I didn’t mean on a formal manner. But because Paul was the one to start Christianity, I consider him the first Pope. Of course, I know that even the word is of a late invention. Even the first Bishop in Antioch he was not properly called, although Antioch was his headquarters until he was arrested and taken to Rome where he died.
Hello SST,Thanks for that answer.
Would you mind revealing the point in your spiritual development that you came to the view that you could never hold tradition as more important than Scripture and perhaps briefly detail the influences that led you to it?
Inquiringly,
Mick
very interesting to me because reading St Paul he talks about being celibato to serve the Lord better. i see in Rev. that God chose men that have never being with women to be with Him wherever He is. i also read Jesus saying would be good if man stay celibato like Him but that not everyone could. unless you dont believe that Jesus was celibato.
What does the Catholic Church teach about graven images that is contrary to scripture?
When I walk into a Catholic Church I see graven images, I see kneelers before these images an candles to be lit.
I see sin everywhere. Does that mean I should sin too?
I understand what is being said, I dont believe your definition of church —it is bogus.
I find most people leave because the Church WON’T compromise.
So, your assertion is that the Cathiolic Church teaches that we are to worship statues? Is that it?
What is your definition of God’s ONE Church?
We will but get into another discussion of what Jesus intended I’m afraid. I think it clear that Jesus told Peter to lead the movement and be in charge so to speak of the other apostles. I cannot presume the mind of Christ as to why he changed Peters name, other than he felt he could count on Peter in the end to continue preaching in the manner that Jesus had. I don’t know that Jesus called Peter the “leader of the flock” as you say.
Perhaps you can explain why some Catholics here make the same claim about all non-Catholics. Does this not violate charity rules as well? To suggest that all Protestants are by definition heretics seems pretty strong and quite uncharitable, but it is said here every day. Do the rules only apply one way? I
I see what you mean, Thank you for explaining further. There are many who would agree with you. I agree that the terms used were added later, and were not necessarily the one’s in use at the time. Homosexuality is an example of this, a word never used until around the 18th century.I didn’t mean on a formal manner. But because Paul was the one to start Christianity, I consider him the first Pope. Of course, I know that even the word is of a late invention. Even the first Bishop in Antioch he was not properly called, although Antioch was his headquarters until he was arrested and taken to Rome where he died.
Ben:
Thanks for such interesting remarks. Pauls’ remarks about celibacy are related to his early belief that the second coming would occur within his lifetime. He was basically telling people to stay in the place they were, remain married if married, remain single if single. And of course, if single, celibate. He did not claim that that life was better in any way, although he claimed that he was happy to be in the single category.
Gospel According to Matthew:
maybe somebody can tell the passage where Jesus talks about marriage and what He said about being like Him without marrying.
Why dont you start by addressing Peter and the other married aposltes.
Hisalone. how long have you been here?
when I walk into a baptist or pentecostal church I see people kneeling in front of a Preacher or sprawled out with a hankercheif on their head (pentecostal) or kneeling before a piano. Does it mean they are worshiping the pastor (which is a graven image), hankercheif or piano? When I walk into a school and see people with their hands over their hearts murmering repetative words like a chant to the american flag are they worshiping a graven image? You need to come up with something better.
You perceive that as Jesus claiming that all are better off celibate? My, the human race would be in a fine pickle then wouldn’t it? It seems to me he is saying that each should respond as called. He was called apparently to celibacy, much against the culture of his faith. I see nothing that suggests that everyone should emulate this in any way. It is a calling, rather than some requirement.