ExplainingtheCatholicFaith

The History of the Holy Bible: A Journey of Faith and Truth by AE JMJ Since today, January 26, 2025, is the celebration of  the National Bible Sunday (or Sunday of the Word of God), I decided to do some research and some writing about the Holy Bible. But first, What is the National Bible Sunday? The National Bible Sunday, which is celebrated every year on the third Sunday in ordinary time, was instituted by Pope Francis in 2019 to remind us Catholics (and non-Catholics alike) of the importance of Sacred Scriptures in our lives as Christian believers. It seeks to inspire in us a deeper appreciation and reverent use of the Bible. In other words,  this day is dedicated to the celebration, study, and spreading of the Word of God.  Personally I believe that as Christians  everyday should be Bible day since it's supposed to be our most trusted, truthful, and reliable "manual and companion for daily life"— next to the holy sacraments. The History of the Holy Bible The Holy...

 Mary as the Holy Mother of God and Jesus as True God: A Scriptural, Historical, and Theological Explanation by AE JMJ The role of Mary as the Mother of God (Theotokos) and the divinity of Jesus Christ are central to Christian theology. While Catholics hold these beliefs firmly, they often encounter challenges from non-Catholics. This article aims to present a reasoned case, grounded in Scripture, history, and logic, to explain and defend these truths. Scriptural Basis 1. Jesus is True God John 1:1-3, 14: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and THE WORD WAS GOD... The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us." These verses affirm that Jesus (the Word made flesh) is God who took on human form. John 10:30: "I and the Father are one." Jesus explicitly claims unity with the Father, asserting His divinity. Colossians 2:9: "For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form." St. Paul affirms that Jesus embodies the f...