Faith & Doctrine
Did David’s Victory Over Goliath Reveal God’s Power or Human Ingenuity?
Brief Overview David’s defeat of Goliath, as recorded in 1 Samuel 17, is one of the most well-known stories in the Old Testament. The narrative pits a young…
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Scripture & the Canon
Bible Interpretation & Hermeneutics
Was Woman Created as a Subordinate Helper to Man?
Brief Overview The question of woman’s role as “helper” in Genesis 2:18 has sparked debate among Christians for centuries. Many interpret the term “helper” to mean that women,…
Bible Interpretation & Hermeneutics
Did Jesus Permit Divorce?
Brief Overview This article addresses the question of whether Jesus permitted divorce, a topic often debated among Christians. It examines the Catholic perspective, which holds that Jesus did…
Bible Interpretation & Hermeneutics
Should Christians Give a First Fruit Offering?
Brief Overview The concept of a first fruit offering originates in the Old Testament, where it was a specific practice for the Israelites to thank God for His…
Sacraments & Worship
What Are Eucharistic Miracles and What Do They Reveal?
Brief Overview Eucharistic miracles are extraordinary events recognized by the Catholic Church where the consecrated bread and wine of the Eucharist visibly transform into human flesh and blood…
Saints, Mary & Devotions
The Guardian Angels
Not only do believers have faith on their side, but they have "witnesses" of God's Word. Holy Scripture contains numerous examples that witness to the existence of angels…
Answering Atheism & Agnosticism
Is Christian Faith Truly Blind Belief?
Brief Overview Christian faith is often accused by critics, such as atheists, of being a belief without evidence, commonly labeled as "blind faith." Prominent atheists like Richard Dawkins…
Saints, Mary & Devotions
When Did Christians Start Praying the Hail Mary?
Brief Overview The Hail Mary is one of the most recognized prayers in Christianity, especially within the Catholic tradition. It draws from two key scriptural passages and has…
Faith & Doctrine
Why Doesn’t the Good Thief Justify Protestant Doctrines?
Brief Overview The story of the Good Thief, often called St. Dismas, is cited by Protestants to support their belief that faith alone is sufficient for salvation. Catholics…
Scripture & the Canon
How Much Might Judas’ 30 Pieces of Silver Be Worth Today?
Brief Overview Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve apostles, betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver, as recorded in the Gospels. This amount was paid to him by…
