"She’s not overly pushy, but she will take advantage of a loophole if you let her. What can I say? She’s a mom." —Ha! I love this, Rachel.
These are also pretty much the steps that led me to my similar path of doom—along with contemplating that Jesus really, REALLY emphasized unity and that new Protestant denominations pop up every 35 seconds.
I love this! As a poorly catechized Revert, I had to giggle through most of it...I was frequently baffled by these positions and was drawn back home. Thanks for sharing your wit and humor.
Hi, Michael, I assume you mean that you're a cradle Catholic who became Protestant. I have had some very close friends who took that path. God brings us to himself in various, mysterious ways. I believe that the Catholic Church is the fullest expression of the Christian faith, but I am thankful for my Protestant upbringing that taught me so many valuable things about God's love for me. Blessings to you!
I became a christian 7 years ago, but it never crossed my mind to find out whether I'm a baptist, a protestant, a Lutheran, an Anglican or catholic (tbh, this never crossed my mind as the bible doesnt support).
I'm a bible believing Christian ! No worldly church tamtam. It's about heavenly things already.
You might say this sounds like a baptist, but they have strange and harsh teachings like once saved always saved (and others) which are wrong.
Bible believing Christian, the holy spirit teaches, follow and believe in Jesus Christ his death and resurrection.
One more thought, Michael, I co-host a podcast called "Ordinary Catholic" with Tsh Oxenreider. You can hear more about my story, and the stories of other former Protestants who have become Catholic, if that interests you. The podcast will debut around the 1st of June.
Fortunately this critically important step is the easiest oneto take. Make yourself the source and summit of your own faith tradition. Just don’t go full cringe and name your cult after yourself.
A Pope here on Substack known mostly to himself as “Bona Fide” has gifted the faithful with an avatar of a man aiming a rifle. A metaphor, no doubt, for rooting out the heretics who dissent from his teachings.
Whelp. I’m over here as a Protestant calling myself a protocatholic 😆 I’m guilty of 4/5 of these and just looked up Where We Got the Bible at my local library so I suddenly feel a strong urge to go to the library today. My life is ending 😩
Ah, Friend, I've been there. Just be willing to follow Jesus wherever He leads you, no matter how difficult the path. It's one of those Proverbs 3:6 situations. By the way, while the content of the "Where We Got the Bible" book is excellent, the tone is somewhat acerbic. I think the author must have been a grumpy old fellow. You have been warned!
All the saints in heaven are praying for you Michael, along with at least one Catholic guy here reading your gracious interactions with this author. May God bless you and fill your life with graces.
You mentioned Orthodoxy and the sacrementality of creation---have you read "For the Life of the World" by Alexander Schmemann? The book is well worth your time.
She’s not just witty; she’s right, folks. I broke all five rules and ended up with a patron saint, three rosaries and a thicker Bible.
Consider yourselves warned.
That’s funny!
"She’s not overly pushy, but she will take advantage of a loophole if you let her. What can I say? She’s a mom." —Ha! I love this, Rachel.
These are also pretty much the steps that led me to my similar path of doom—along with contemplating that Jesus really, REALLY emphasized unity and that new Protestant denominations pop up every 35 seconds.
Jesus' talk of unity perplexed me greatly as a Protestant, too. I just assumed it wasn't actually possible.
6. Do not think about the logical contradiction of sola scriptura not being in the Bible.
7. Do not think about Martin Luther throwing out books of the Bible that he didn't like.
He he. You took all my good ones. John 6:66 is one of my killers.
I find John 6:66 a very convincing argument for transubstantiation.
Sound advice, that I did not follow at all. Confirmed five years ago last week.
Lol. If only you had read my piece first!
Happy confirmation anniversary, Brother!
Okay, this made me cackle. GOLD.
Sometimes I even write funny stuff.
I love this! As a poorly catechized Revert, I had to giggle through most of it...I was frequently baffled by these positions and was drawn back home. Thanks for sharing your wit and humor.
John 6 wrecked my pretty little Baptist life like an avalanche rampaging a Swiss village.
I have to admit, I'm fairly confused at your points, as I took this journey in reverse.
Hi, Michael, I assume you mean that you're a cradle Catholic who became Protestant. I have had some very close friends who took that path. God brings us to himself in various, mysterious ways. I believe that the Catholic Church is the fullest expression of the Christian faith, but I am thankful for my Protestant upbringing that taught me so many valuable things about God's love for me. Blessings to you!
I appreciate you being kind and courteous in our disagreement.
I was raised in catholic Louisiana and in April of 1995 as a 21 year old sailor accepted Jesus Christ as my Saviour.
I have very strong opinions about the See and her doctrines, but thank you for your kindness nevertheless.
I became a christian 7 years ago, but it never crossed my mind to find out whether I'm a baptist, a protestant, a Lutheran, an Anglican or catholic (tbh, this never crossed my mind as the bible doesnt support).
I'm a bible believing Christian ! No worldly church tamtam. It's about heavenly things already.
You might say this sounds like a baptist, but they have strange and harsh teachings like once saved always saved (and others) which are wrong.
Bible believing Christian, the holy spirit teaches, follow and believe in Jesus Christ his death and resurrection.
One more thought, Michael, I co-host a podcast called "Ordinary Catholic" with Tsh Oxenreider. You can hear more about my story, and the stories of other former Protestants who have become Catholic, if that interests you. The podcast will debut around the 1st of June.
I appreciate the offer.
This is gold!
“Be a tiny pope unto thyself”
Fortunately this critically important step is the easiest oneto take. Make yourself the source and summit of your own faith tradition. Just don’t go full cringe and name your cult after yourself.
Like Pope Michael I. That poor soul. He went full cringe.
A Pope here on Substack known mostly to himself as “Bona Fide” has gifted the faithful with an avatar of a man aiming a rifle. A metaphor, no doubt, for rooting out the heretics who dissent from his teachings.
Oh cringe, where is thy sting?
Whelp. I’m over here as a Protestant calling myself a protocatholic 😆 I’m guilty of 4/5 of these and just looked up Where We Got the Bible at my local library so I suddenly feel a strong urge to go to the library today. My life is ending 😩
Ah, Friend, I've been there. Just be willing to follow Jesus wherever He leads you, no matter how difficult the path. It's one of those Proverbs 3:6 situations. By the way, while the content of the "Where We Got the Bible" book is excellent, the tone is somewhat acerbic. I think the author must have been a grumpy old fellow. You have been warned!
Btw- I'm a revert from hedonism and many other false 'isms', you can read it on my stack, Dr's stack.
Excellent!!!!
With your permission, I'd like to read this article on my own podcast, and offer some thoughts.
Yes, Michael, you may. If you would, please share your podcast episode with me.
Thank you, and I will endeavor to be as kind as you have been.
All the saints in heaven are praying for you Michael, along with at least one Catholic guy here reading your gracious interactions with this author. May God bless you and fill your life with graces.
You mentioned Orthodoxy and the sacrementality of creation---have you read "For the Life of the World" by Alexander Schmemann? The book is well worth your time.