Anyone interested in sharing the gospel with Catholic friends or understanding where members of that denomination stand on important points of theology will appreciate this thorough yet easy-to-use reference. Using the simple, step-by-step format applauded by readers in Rhodes' previous books, Reasoning from the Scriptures with Catholics covers the many theological issues that divide Protestants and Catholics.
Anyone interested in sharing the gospel with Catholic friends or understanding where members of that denomination stand on important points of theology will appreciate this thorough yet easy–to–use reference. Using the simple, step–by–step format applauded by readers in Rhodes’ previous books, Reasoning from the Scriptures with Catholics covers many theological issues that divide Protestants and Catholics, including¼
- purgatory and indulgences
- the reverence of Mary, mother of Jesus
- papal infallibility
- Catholic traditions
- and much more
Each chapter examines a single Catholic belief or practice as taught in the Catholic Catechism and other major Catholic sources, provides biblical responses, and offers questions to help Catholics examine their church’s readings. Pastors, teachers, and lay leaders will find this insightful guide a must–have tool for sharing the good news of salvation by faith alone with Catholic friends and family members.
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5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Bret Z (Howell, Mi), September 26, 2009
This is an accurate account of Catholic doctrine that uses Catholic publications, RC Counsels, and books by authoritative RC theologians. Of course a Catholic person would be bothered by this book. It takes RC teachings and tests it by Scripture with the proper methods of Biblical interpretation.
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Reviewed by Ed (Las Vegas, NV), May 26, 2009
Since interpretation is the key ingredient in understanding Holy Scriptures, then why doesn't Ron Rhodes look to those who learned from the apostles - like Clement of Rome or Ignatius of Antioch - those who lived with the Apostles. Those two, who lived and learned from the Apostles wrote that the bread and wine were indeed Jesus Body and Blood - in a spiritual sense - NOT a symbolic sense. God is Spirit (John 2) and Jesus IS God, and after his death and Resurrection, He had a glorified body. The Eucharist is "God food", Spiritual but very REAL. More Real than our human life, as our souls are what will live forever. When Jesus saw them leaving Him over this doctrine, He did not say, "Hey, wait a minute - I was only talking symbolically! Come on back!" (John 6:66). No, he asked Peter, "are you going to leave too?" and Peter said, "No, You have the words to eternal life".
Read about the Passover meal in Exodus to get a better understanding on the Eucharist.
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Reviewed by Maria Galgani (Maryland), May 23, 2009
This author does not understand the Catholic Teaching nor has he been able to refute the biblical responses of catholic doctrine.He would do well to read Scott Hahn's books on Catholicism. Scott Hahn is the apologist who best explains the "Catholic faith".
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Benjamin (WheatRidge,CO), December 09, 2008
I've always had a hard time witnessing to Catholics at my job, but with this book I've started to breakthrough and show them the light.These are friends that have welcomed my testimony. Ron Rodes is todays most intelligent apologist,and his books are a wealth of knowledge. I highly recommend this book if you have any Catholic friends.
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Reviewed by Michael (Johns Creek), September 14, 2008
This book, makes it seem as if Catholics are a completely different religion that has been condemned if you follow its doctrine. This is false, all Christians came from Catholics. All branches of Christianity came from Catholicism.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Chip L (Kirkland, WA), January 17, 2005
Ron Rhode's Reasoning from the Scriptures series has become a standard staple in my library. Ron does an outstanding job of picking out the most pertinent subjects, articulating and explaining the Catholic position, and then charitably responding from the Bible. The author has gone to great pains in researching a vast subject so that we will not have to.
This book is not an exhaustive resource, but if you want to purchase one well-written book that will better prepare you to witness to your Catholic friends, you will not go wrong with this one.
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