Dear Catholic friend, if you are genuinely seeking after God and longing to know his forgiveness and peace, I pray that these short articles will be of help to you. In many ways, they reflect my own journey and struggle as I searched the Scriptures to understand the gospel message and the way of salvation.
It was not a comfortable journey for me, and I do not suppose it will necessarily be an easy one for you either. Questions of faith touch some of our deepest loyalties and convictions. Yet they are worth facing honestly and prayerfully. The Bible calls us to pursue God earnestly: “Seek the LORD while he may be found; call upon him while he is near” (Isaiah 55:6).
God’s grace completely changed my life, and I am forever grateful. My prayer is that your heart too will be drawn to Jesus and that you will experience his loving embrace. Truly, there is no greater joy in this world.
I suggest that you take these questions one at a time. To get the most out of these articles, you might find this simple approach helpful:
- Read carefully: Take your time with each topic. Think rationally and critically about what you read. Examine the arguments, question assumptions, and weigh every claim against the truth of Scripture.
- Search the Scriptures: Have your Bible at hand. Look up the verses for yourself and read them in context, to make sure that they are quoted fairly and understood correctly.
- Pray for guidance: Ask God to give you understanding and to help you grasp the gospel message.
- Make it personal: Ask yourself how you should respond to the truth of God’s Word, especially in your relationship with the Lord Jesus.
You will know that your study is leading you in the right direction as your heart grows in confident trust in Jesus and grateful love for your Saviour.
- How can I find the right path?
- Does the Church need a priesthood?
- Is Christ’s sacrifice enough?
- Who is our mediator?
- How can I receive forgiveness?
- What is the foundation of the Church?
- How can God justify us and still be just?
- What is the role of good works in salvation?
- Am I born again?
- What shall I do with Christ?