Barriers to being Catholic. Demons, Ignorance and Pride

Join our channel for exclusive content / @catholicunscripted Visit https://www.catholicunscripted.com/ to support our work and pick up a membership for access to exclusive blogs and videos. keywords Catholicism, faith journey, church history, early church fathers, saints, holiness, papacy, Mary, spiritual battle, pride summary In this conversation, Gavin Ashenden explores the complex journey of becoming Catholic, emphasizing the interplay of intellect, spirituality, and historical understanding. He discusses the significance of the one holy Catholic apostolic church, the role of saints, the challenges of pride and submission, and the misunderstandings surrounding Catholic beliefs, particularly regarding Mary and the papacy. Ashenden highlights the transformative experience of embracing Catholicism and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in reconciling individuals to the church. takeaways The journey to Catholicism involves both intellect and spirituality. Understanding the one holy Catholic apostolic church is crucial. Many Protestants lack knowledge of early church history. Reading the early Church Fathers can reveal the roots of Catholicism. Holiness and the role of saints are central to Catholic belief. Corruption in the church does not negate its holiness. Pride is a significant barrier to becoming Catholic. Misunderstandings about Mary and the papacy persist. The papacy holds a unique authority within the church. Becoming Catholic is a transformative experience. titles The Long Road to Catholicism Understanding the Catholic Church The Role of Saints in Catholicism Sound Bites "The price for becoming a Catholic is pride." "It's a very, very big and difficult jump." "The Holy Spirit grows saints in their place in every generation." "To honor Mary is to honor Jesus." "Becoming a Catholic is the most wonderful thing." "The Holy Spirit never ends his quest to reconcile us." Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Catholicism 03:01 Understanding the One Holy Catholic Apostolic Church 06:03 Historic Amnesia and the Early Church Fathers 08:45 The Role of Saints and Holiness in Catholicism 12:05 Corruption and Renewal in the Catholic Church 14:52 The Challenge of Pride and Submission 17:52 Misunderstandings and the Role of Mary 21:01 The Papacy and Its Authority 23:56 The Spiritual Dimension of the Catholic Faith 27:09 The Transformative Experience of Becoming Catholic