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My Thoughts and Comments on Marian Apparitions
Since we are on our way to Fatima and Loudes, and just returned home from Knock, I thought it appropriate to repost this interview I did on Apparitions and Supernatural.
As a former Protestant, I would have rejected all the Marian apparitions, along with what we thought was the cult of Mary. But having discovered the rich and beautiful teachings of the Catholic Church, my views on Mary and Marian apparitions have done a 180° turn.
Recently, I was interviewed by Brandon Wallace on his Truth and Shadow podcast. The topic was new to me — Marian Apparitions.
Janet and I have been to most of the famous apparition sites, including Fatima, Lourdes, Guadalupe, La Sallette, Pontmain, Our Lady of Pillar, Knock, Our Lady of Champion, and more. We have led pilgrimage groups to many of these sites. So, I agreed to an interview to share our conclusions and experiences and to consolidate my thoughts into a coherent hour-long presentation.
I hope you enjoy it and find it helpful and informative. My interview begins at 13:15.
This show features a conversation between host BT, and Steve Ray, exploring themes of spirituality, faith, and the supernatural. They discuss the impact of science and technology on humanity, the importance of unique beliefs, and delve into supernatural topics through the “Truth in Shadow” podcast. Steve Ray shares his experiences with Marian apparitions, the role of the Catholic Church, and the significance of pilgrimages. The dialogue emphasizes the intersection of the spiritual and physical realms, discussing divine councils, angels, and demons. The conversation concludes with a call to prioritize scripture and known revelations over speculative spiritual experiences, highlighting the importance of maintaining faith and devotion in modern times.
00:00:00 Introduction to Truth in Shadow
00:05:00 Science, Technology, and Humanity
00:10:00 Unique Beliefs and Spirituality
00:15:00 Supernatural Realms and Divine Councils
00:20:00 Marian Apparitions and Catholic Traditions
00:25:00 Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare
00:30:00 Role of the Catholic Church
00:35:00 Pilgrimages and Personal Experiences
00:40:00 Maintaining Faith in Modern Times
00:45:00 Conclusion and Call to Action
Me Getting into Line! Funny!
You may have seen this already but it’s funny every time I watch it.
My wife said this is definitely ME! I have to agree, but a bit of jocularity is a good thing, as it’s laughing at myself.
“Why Reject Sola Scriptura? Tradition and Mary Explained” – my recent appearance on Catholic Answers Live
Always fun joining Cy Kellett on Catholic Answers Live to field questions unrehearsed.
We jumped in with the question: What are three reasons you reject Sola Scriptura (Bible Alone), and we took off from there.
“Why Reject Sola Scriptura?” This episode addresses key concerns about the authority of Scripture versus Tradition, including the top reasons to reject sola scriptura and the implications of Mary’s sinlessness for those exploring Catholicism. Additional questions tackle the interpretation of Acts 17:11 and whether Jesus criticized Tradition, providing a comprehensive look at these important topics.
Questions Covered:
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- 03:20 – Top 3 reasons to Reject Sola Scriptura
- 16:20 – I’ve heard Protestants cite Acts 17:11 in support of sola scriptura: “they received the word with all eagerness, examining the scriptures daily to see if these things were so.” Is that a good translation?
- 22:30 – My friend believes in sola scripture, and is interested in Catholicism, but can’t get over our belief in the sinlessness of Mary. How can I help him?
- 29:15 – Does Jesus speak badly of Tradition?
- 33:30 – Would John 21 verse 25 (that not everything Jesus did could not be contained in books) be a good citation in refuting sola scriptura?
- 36:18 – Which of the Bible writers were Protestant? If none, why are the Protestants trying to claim it is their bible?
- 45:35 – In my Church there are some “traditions” that are not part of the Mass but are done during Mass anyway.
- 48:29 – My evangelical friend told me there are books in the Catholic Bible that were written 400 years before Jesus was born, and that’s where Catholics get all their crazy teachings. He says they are not divinely inspired but Catholics put them in there.
- 51:55 – My niece told me she left the Church because it was founded by the Romans, and that her priest didn’t know scripture.
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