Published on July 4, 2024, 12:34 am

In our ongoing pursuit of offering trusted news and fostering a robust Christian worldview, we continue to delve into various key issues affecting the faith community. Among these topics is the duality of perception within Roman Catholicism and its controversial views on Virgin Mary.

Catholics often state that they do not worship Mary. However, their words and actions consistently indicate otherwise. A striking example can be found in the recent conversation between Matt Fradd, a prominent Catholic apologist, and his guest on the podcast “Pints With Aquinas”. The two adults earnestly discussed the intriguing notion that Satan fears the Virgin Mary more than God Himself. Bizarre as it may seem, these men firmly stand by this belief.

From a rational standpoint, it’s hard to comprehend why Satan—an entity symbolizing pride and rebelliousness against God—would fear a human woman more than our Creator. This perception not only lacks credibility but also rejects scriptural truths for fanciful tales. According to Scripture (Matthew 28:18), all authority over heaven and earth belongs singularly to Christ. Despite being an incredible woman of faith, Mary was also human and required salvation just like us (Luke 1:47).

Regrettably though, in Catholic folklore Mary often eclipses God as she garners an almost divine status following her obedience which supposedly nullified Eve’s disobedience. But attributing divine traits to Mary or saints is an illogical route of thinking bordering around idolatry while diverting attention from Christ’s role in salvation—a key notion central to Christianity.

As with most aspects of faith traditions worldwide, beliefs can range from deeply grounded scriptural teachings to unchecked hearsays passed down through generations. In this age of information overload where real news is vital; it becomes more crucial for believers to discernand opt for biblical principles over convenient interpretations.

Amid these critical considerations related to religious beliefs lies other significant societal dialogues such as advancements in technology vs basic human values. Take, for example, the tricky art-science of In-vitro fertilization (IVF). Celebrated as a modern miracle solution for childless couples, the process involves creating embryos outside the womb stirring up ethical debate.

Similarly, we continue to observe sustained religious illiteracy and intentional misinterpretation of scripture for personal gains or convenient interpretations within our community. We encourage engaging with these issues from an informed and biblically backed perspective.

Our commitment remains to offer real news, relayed through a reliable and Christian worldview that promotes scriptural engagement while dispelling misleading superstitions and half-baked theological understandings.