40 Questions About Roman Catholicism
The Roman Catholic faith is one of the world's most widespread religious traditions, yet the unique aspects of Roman Catholicism elicit perennial questions from adherents and outsiders alike. Such questions tend to fall into three major categories: historical backgrounds, theological matters, and personal relationships. Using Catholic Church documents and the writings of Catholic scholars, Baptist systematic theologian Gregg R. Allison distills the teachings of Catholicism around forty common questions about Catholic foundations, beliefs, and practices. The accessible question-and-answer format guides readers to the areas of interest, including:
Where do Roman Catholic and Protestant beliefs differ?
What happens during a Roman Catholic Mass?
How does Roman Catholicism understand the biblical teaching about Mary?
Who are the saints and what is their role?
How can my Roman Catholic loved ones and I talk about the gospel?
40 Questions About Roman Catholicism explores theology and practice, doctrine and liturgy, sacraments and Mariology, contributions and scandals, and many other things, clarifying both real and perceived differences and similarities with other Christian traditions.
Publisher: Kregel
Type: Paperback
ISBN: 9780825447167
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Gregg R. Allison (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is professor of Christian theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Allison teaches annually on Roman Catholicism for the Rome Scholars and Leaders Network and regularly teaches seminary courses and church seminars on Catholic theology and practice. His other works include Roman Catholic Theology and Practice: An Evangelical Assessment.
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“This book is long overdue. Deftly providing perspective from Scripture and the history of Christian thought, Gregg Allison answers 40 critical questions about Roman Catholic teaching and practice. This outstanding volume will equip you to lovingly and accurately engage with your Catholic friends and loved ones over issues that we all hold so dear.” Chris Castaldo, Lead Pastor of New Covenant Church, Naperville, IL