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Articles |
Born Again - The Biblical Way
Are you "born again"? Evangelicals and Catholics are
often at odds over how to answer this question - and what it
really means in the first place. Staff Apologist Robert
Klaus offers this concise explanation of how the Bible
defines the term "born again" and how Evangelicals and
Catholics often talk past each other! (Klaus - 16KB - 06.03)
An
Analysis of Romans 9:10-24
Art explains the Catholic position regarding this hyper Calvinist
proof text. Very good and very informative. (Sippo - 19KB -
04.09)
Catholic Atonement
Mark Bonocore gives us a brief overview of the Catholic
understanding of Our Lord's atonement, while contrasting it to
the heretical classical Protestant view. (Bonocore - 7KB - 04.03)
The Atonement of Christ
In this excellent yet concise article, veteran Catholic
Apologist Art Sippo gives an excellent overview on the basic
differences between Catholicism and classic Protestantism in the
understanding of Christ's atonement. (Sippo - 20KB - 04.02)
Calvinism, Catholicism, and Salvation
Wibisono Hartono provides a good primer on the differences
between Calvinism and Catholicism. He cites authoritative texts
and meshes in Scripture to make the Catholic case. A good piece
for beginners. (Hartono - 99KB - 03.04)
A Response to Robert Sungenis on "Works
of the Law"
Art responds to Robert Sungesis' position on the Pauline
"Works of the Law". (Sippo - 41KB - 02.11)
Not
By Faith Alone
A tract against salvation by faith alone. (Pacheco - 12KB -
02.01)
Assured
Salvation?
A tract on assured salvation. (Pacheco - 12KB - 02.01)
Sin of Presumption
Are you saved? Of course not. You're Catholic! You would not
presume to be irrevocably saved, especially when the bible does
not teach such a deadly doctrine. Share the saving truth of our
Christian responsibility with a Protestant friend by pointing
them in this direction. (Pacheco - 116KB - 98.11)
Roman Justification
This articles discusses some of the central questions regarding
St. Paul's views of justification, particularly the phrase
"works of the law". Each chapter is examined. (Pacheco
- 113KB - 98.11)
Dialogues |
Dialogue with a Dispensationalist
Visiting apologist Robert Klaus makes short work of the
dispensationalist error in approaching the Scriptures. He ably
exposes the untenable Dispensational hyper reliance (and
distortion) of St. Paul's teachings. (Klaus - 30KB - 05.06)
The Fathers and the Return of
the Jews
Fellow Traditionalist, Mark Cameron, takes on CAI's
president, Robert Sungenis, and his contention that Catholic
Tradition does not support a future return of the Jews. On the
contrary, Mark shows that there is ample patristic proof to
suggest that such events may indeed occur. At the very least,
we believe that our good friend Robert Sungenis should cut us a
little bit of slack on this issue.
Rescuing Romans from the Reformers Again
Some time ago, Martin Foord, Lecturer in Systematic and
Historical Theology at Trinity Theological College (Perth,
Australia) replied to Jacob Michael's article on the Book of
Romans. Despite Jake's fine rescue effort the first time, Mr.
Foord did not hang on to the life preserver. We hope that he
avails himself of the one thrown to him this time. (Pacheco -
80KB - 03.02)
The Punishment Challenge
In 1 Timothy 3:6, St. Paul gives the Church this advice: "He
must not be a recent convert, or he may be puffed up with conceit
and fall into the condemnation of the devil..." Tell us how
a recent convert (i.e. a believer) can fall into the condemnation
of the devil if he cannot lose his salvation? (Pacheco - 14KB -
02.07)
The
Obedience Challenge
In John 3:36, Jesus says this: "He who believes in the Son
has eternal life; he who does not obey the Son shall not see
life, but the wrath of God rests upon him." Why does Jesus
use "obey" and "believe" interchangeably? Why
does Jesus put a condition on eternal life by requiring
obedience? If He does, how does that impact the doctrine of an
irrevocable salvation? (Pacheco - 25KB - 02.04)
Saving Faith Catholic Style
Faith without works is dead. Works are a necessary part of
justification. (Sippo - 16KB - 00.00)
Not
By Faith Alone
While the autodemolition of Protestantism just keeps rolling on,
this dialogue certainly helps understand why heresies like
salvation "faith alone" are so unbiblical. (Sippo -
29KB - 00.00)
Christ Alone & Scripture Alone
Art Sippo takes on "Bible Bill"'s false understanding
of "alone". Learn how Scripture is not alone and
neither is Christ. (Sippo - 15KB - 00.00)
Sippo vs. White on Justification
Sippo and White exchange a few remarks on the differences between
Catholic and Protestant justification. Sippo provides a wealth of
Scripture to support the Catholic view. White relies on
extra-biblical authorities. (Sippo - 85KB - 98.06)
Protestant Justification and Dispensationalism
Refuted (2 Parts)
The Protestant view of justification along with the
dispensational view are readily defeated in this very lively and
lengthy discussion. A wealth of Scriptural evidence provided.
(Sippo - 140KB - 98.03)
Assured Salvation
John's very first poke at Apologetics. Read John's interaction
with a "Bible Christian" on his assured salvation.
(Pacheco - 52KB - 97.06)
Debates |
Justification Debate
Back in 1991, Art Sippo and James White debated the issue of
Justification. Listen to this debate and learn why Mr. White
refuses to debate Art again. Requires Real Audio. (Sippo - 90
min. - 91.06).
Q&A |
Are
Catholics saved?
(Pacheco)
Hating
God by Sinning?
(Pacheco)
What's the difference between sanctification and
justification? (Sippo)
Does
Romans 10 teach a rigorist view of salvation? (Pacheco)
Justified before men or God? (Sippo)
Does
Catholicism teach original sin? (Sippo)
Loss
of Salvation? (Sippo)
Can
a Catholic have peace about salvation? (Sippo)