Speaking in Tongues, Exorcist Fr Chad Ripperger, Is it real? 

Well said! Thank you for sharing your journey, and may God bless your journey home, Sr Farah, OFS

Satheesh Kumar May God bless you my brother in Christ Jesus. Thank you for putting into words exactly what I have felt in my heart. I thank God for your journey to our Lord and to the one, holy, Catholic and apostolic Church. Stay blessed.

@@inchristalone7860 Thank you 😊

Agreed...I am a convert and share your concerns.

What a great image of the draw Pentecostalism has on Catholics.. the elder brother and wayward little sister..

They were praying in tongues ...no interpretation needed. Speaking in tongues is different (only one person does it at a time) and requires an interpretation.

@@lollybancker4060 I never saw the Apostles do that in public in the Bible. I don’t trust it.

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@@michaelmckeown9695 explain

@@michaelmckeown9695 and sound judgment is good... we exercise it every day

They push tongues so hard. Really turned me off.

MyImmaculateQueen thank you! Amazing how the holy ghost leads us to truth. You were blessed to be protected from that error.

What you endured was the fascination of "self promotion / egoism" the fact the leader was an "ex psychologist" means he/she was probably steeped in the Marxist perversion that focuses on "self"... I stopped my work towards becoming a clinician out of contempt for the innate "victimhood / socialist" aspect within the 'educational' establishment in Psychology... pure and utter bullshit IMO. So, count yourself lucky you escaped. Try learning the core of Catholicism (not the hogwash that is presented by the pseduo clergy like "fr" James Martin (a homo heretic) ). If you want to get immersed, and learn at a solid, "no fluff" pace, try Church Militant. join and get access to hundreds of short instructional and totally based in real bible research, lessons. Many clergy hate Church Militant because it teaches core beliefs, and the foundation of the Church, whereas many clergy today are homo heretics more concerned with SJW crap than Saving Souls. "The Truth Is Out There.... and it resides in Church Militant's educational videos :-)" PS. I'm not in any way associated with them... but found them by accident after years of "floating" and they are rock solid... But, they are blatantly honest and don't sugar-coat things... that 'offends' many snowflakes in the world today.... FYI

Farah Deel dear Lord, Farah! I JUST thought of writing you on Facebook a second ago on this subject and then I see your comment here, LOL! Guess I got my answer! Much love your way (it’s Lala Krüger here from Brazil)

Yes it is the false spirit of pride and haughtiness these people have inherited from the charismatic event which is not of God that now rejects a true believer. You will notice these changes in those who now possess the evil spirit.

God has given his Spirit of truth to protect you. May he continue to grow your faith, Gods peace be woth you, Sr Farah OFS, OSDE

I guess you missed the part where the Blessed Mother spoke in tongues? St Peter our first pope spoke in tongues. If the The Holy Blessed Mother and St Peter spoke in tongues that is all the validation any Catholic needs. It basically boils down to accepting the gifts of the Holy Spirit or telling God you don't want to do things his way.

Well, that your choice and it was because you were uneducated about that matter. GOD won't force anybody to accept these gift. But your own perception doesn't change anything on what the bible says. do not limit GOD. " On the last day of the feast, the great day, Jesus stood up and cried out, If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink. 38 Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’ 39 Now this he said about the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were to receive

Yeah the first time I went to Steubenville they had a massive adoration and before my group went into the stadium the leaders started telling us about all of the different things we might see or experience. Let's just say that was the scariest adoration experience I've ever had.

I do the same thing Holy Hour Adoration, Rosary, Sacramentals, Reading of Saints, Daily Mass. God gives his Charismatic gifts to the Church. What I experienced was authentic gifts of Holy Spirit at Fr. Diorio's service. I Thank God for having human vessels that He uses for the uplifting of the Church through the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. St. Paul tells us to pray for the gifts of Holy Spirt.

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. I would have understood those words 😂😂😂😂

😂 great trick to expose them 😅

Fantastic 🤣🤣🤣 that's a way to the test the spirit 👏 👏👏

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Brilliant!!!!

stahlas Thanks be to God you are back into Jesus Christ church Matthew16,18

Wow you sound just like me!!!

For 16 years I was a total ditz loser and a lukewarm Catholic. I literally had nothing but my family and the Catholic church... even my friendships were weak.... no boyfriend.... had it not been for that, I might've been tempted into leaving... cause I had no knowledge about the faith either and I was scared to ask questions because sometimes, someone or my dad couldn't answer it.... but I didn't wanna leave the faith cause Jesus, Mary, Heaven, the faith was literally my only hope and reason for going on living. I knew if I left the anxiety and wanting to die thoughts would get worse. So glad you're coming back. I'm sad for so many fallen away Catholics, who simply weren't educated on the true faith. ;(

Yes, I felt the same each time- and ive witnessed much!

Me too

Fantastic!

You are right, -Ive been to these churches - there was confusion and all sorts of bad things happened to me spiritually (demonic stuff) when I attended those churches. I left and returned to the Catholic Church where Im happy.

1 Cor 14:2

It is not demonic. It is the invasion of other people who speak in their devilish language to speak. You probably lack the Wisdom to differentiate the voice of evil from the Voice of God .

Look up Cor et Lumen Christi, here on YT.

exactly!

Testimonials like yours are what keeps me thinking that speaking in tongues might be a real gift from God. In Corinthians it talks about a personal prayer language. I personally have not experienced it but I know people who are very earnest in their pursuit of God who speak in tounges all the time. Really really good people. It's such a mystery to me and I don't know what the truth of the matter is.

​@@jasminemariedarling The truth is that gift of tounges is real gift from God. When someone prayed for me in tounges, I was getting healing from Lord. As also I saw someone to manifest, when someone else were talking in tounges. Demons doesnt like the tounges, they dont want as to have this gift.

I have a very similar testimony, mine sounded a lot like Arabic. For those questioning this gift, I was once there too, so I can understand. However, I received the gift of tongues when I was I alone in prayer and it was the most profound thing that has ever happened to me. I also felt a joy, peace and no longer had any doubts when it came to my faith in Jesus. That day absolutely changed my life 🤍

Regarding speaking in tongues, I believe that the tongues in Acts and that spoken of by St Paul in 1 Corinthians 14 are the same thing. *They're both real, human languages, not spontaneous outbursts of unintelligble sounds.* There's no reason I've seen so far to say otherwise. Something that helped me see this is to replace *"tongues"* with *"languages"* in 1 Corinthians 14. And you can also replace *"in Church"* with *"when you're with others"* to help see the point. *1. How then do we make sense of 1 Cor 14:2?: Establish context first* To begin with, the context of 1 Cor 14 is love: how we should make love our aim (See vs 1) You'll see this if you read chapters 12 to 14 _(which is talking precisely about spiritual gifts and I encourage everyone to read those three chapters),_ where it was established that love is the highest spiritual gift. *What then is Love?* - Simply, it is seeking the good of others. Or doing things that will benefit others. - You'll notice that in chapter 14, Paul said many things about tongues. He said that he speaks in tongues more than others, but then added, _"in Church (i.e. when you're with other persons), do so and so"._ - Basically, St. Paul is saying, in your private prayer, you can edify yourself. But in Church (i.e. when you're with others), do things that will edify (benefit) others. *2. Returning to 1 Cor. 14:2* - 14:2 _For one who _*_speaks in a tongue_*_ speaks not to men but to God; _*_for no one understands him,_*_ but he utters mysteries in the Spirit._ - Why does no one understand him? Simply because he is speaking Chinese (for instance) to Indian men that don't know Chinese AND there's no interpreter. - Basically, he's speaking a foreign language to those that don't speak the language AND there's no interpretation. Remember, he is not benefitting those people by doing so. Hence, he isn't making love his aim, which he is supposed to be doing. - In Acts, every one of the hearers understood because even though the language being spoken was foreign to the speaker, it wasn't foreign to the hearers; hence, no interpreter was required. - So someone that is saying things you don't understand is not actually communicating (speaking) to you. He is rather speaking to anyone that understands. (For instance, if there's a Chinese in the midst of those Indians, he would be the one being spoken to). - And since *God understands every single human language,* the person is speaking to God. *3. Then you might say, obviously, the speaker isn't meant to be concerned about men understanding him because he is speaking to God alone* - But recall the context, LOVE. Whatever he does *while in Church* should benefit others. - I think verse 17 would help buttress this point: - _1 Cor 14:17. "For you may give thanks well enough, but *the other man is not edified.*"_ - Someone that is giving thanks is *obviously speaking to God.* But St Paul points out that the other man isn't edified, no matter how well the speaker gives thanks *to God.* _N.B. Praying in tongues = Speaking in tongues _*_directed_*_ to God._ - So St. Paul seems to agree that even though your speech is obviously directed to God, while you're in Church, other people should be edified. And how can they be edified if they don't understand you? - So, going back to the context, whatever we do while in Church (i.e. while we're with others) should benefit others. - That is how to *"make love your aim"* - If no one understands, then interpret. 1 Cor 12:7 further supports this point: - _"To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit *for the common good.*"_ So all gifts, including the gift of tongues is for the common good, not necessarily personal good. *4. How about when there's no interpreter in Church?* - 1 Cor 14:28 answers this question directly: - _"But if there is no one to interpret, let each of them _*_keep silence in church_*_ and speak to himself and to God."_ - Indeed, we can talk to God in the silence of our hearts without using our voice *because God is Spirit.* He doesn't need sound. Sound depends on matter to be produced and propagated and received. It is we humans that require sound to communicate. God is beyond that limitation. That's the beauty of our God; you can pray without anyone knowing. *5. Lastly, tongues is just one amongst all other gifts of the Spirit. It is not meant for everyone.* - See 1 Cor 12:28-30 - All the other gifts, when used, clearly benefits others. Is it prophesy?, or teaching?, or healing? or apostleship? - Why not speaking in tongues too? *6. Final note* In the event in the book of Acts, some persons see a reversal of the Tower of Babel event. - Where initially God used multiple languages to confuse and scatter the family of man (Gen 11:1-9); - then in Acts, the Spirit uses multiple languages to communicate the gospel and gather together the family of God. - And they were both talking of real, human languages. - But if we begin to say things in Church that no one else understands and there's no interpreter, we would seem to be returning to the Tower of Babel scenario. Just something to think about. The whole point of this is for us not to forget that, in all we do, we should make love our aim.

I’m glad to find this thread in the comments. It’s very disheartening to hear fellow Catholics treat this particular expression of the Holy Spirit the way Protestants treat the Catechism. It was, in fact, my personal experience of receiving the Gift of Tongues that eventually led me “back home” to the Catholic Church. Where I might add, allowed me to lead a powerful ministry which included the role of Pastoral Associate. I’ve always loved that the Holy Spirit allowed me to choreograph a Beautiful Charismatic Dance with the Strengthened Longevity of Catholic Tradition.

As Lay Catholic working in this healing deliverance and exorcism ministry - my experience says it's pure demonic according to the scripture definition of genuine tongues and the explanation of the body of the faith. However - Jesus isn't here to tell us that this person or that priest or this cardinal is "gifted' with a language that constitutes 'genuine tongues". Remember - it is used for the exhortation of the spirit and body of the believers in order for those that spoke other languages to understand those that were preaching in others languages and they could go out and share the gospel? Well- that's what I stick to and that is the definition of many exorcists..so as a believer you must make the distinction of what you will expose yourself to and what invitation level you will invest your faith in. Personally when i hear those 'speaking in tongues' I LEAVE! and pray for them for I do not want anything that is not of God in my hearing..thats me...God bless your faith and the Holy Spirit that guides you! Sr, Farah, OFS

Praying in tongues is private Speaking in tongues public Two different things Prayer in tongues to talk to God without demons listening it is never used in public.

I’ve seen quite a few videos of Fr Blount’s speeches and homilies and I have never heard him “speak” in tongues. Just say that he prays in tongues. Although he says he thinks highly of Pentecostals who speak in tongues, this seems to be a key difference, prayer Va public speaking. When I was Assemblies of God Pentecostal, I heard many people “speak in tongues” and pray aloud in “tongues.” It was always unintelligible and people would “interpret” at will, claiming that the person just said whatever they (the “interpreter) really wanted to say. I think Fr Blount acts in good faith and is geniune, but I hope he stays away from the evil spirits and being “slain in the spirit,” I’ve heard him say that if he and Benny Hinn ever met he thinks they would both be slain in the spirit.

I would listen to Fr Blount first. He understands it can demonic or from God. That's why we are to test the spirits. Even being slain in the spirit can be real but unfortunately a lot of ppl that try to operate in such an atmosphere does so without any discernment. Fr Rip is only speaking from never having experienced any such things himself. I come from the pentecostal side and I do believe there's a lot of doors being opened to the enemy for lack of discernment. There are some gifts that are better practiced private or with like minded people. What good does it do to pray in tongues in front of people that will only get freaked out by it? I myself have been slain in the spirit and it basically just felt like my body became light as a feather. Sometimes I war in the spirit when praying in tongues but It comes naturally.. I'm not trying to do it. Many times after receiving Jesus in the eucharist when I get to me seat and kneel I begin to pray in tongues under my breath like nobody would know. There needs to be a balance I believe and I believe people should be skeptical and test each spirit. I love Fr Blount and he's a man who had experienced such gifts himself. Not everyone is open to the spirit world that way and the holy spirit is a gentlemen and will never force himself on people.

Exactly, God does not operate in a void- the actual Greek translation is a mystery or prophecy- which is directed to the body to uphold the body in all 3 faculties. Desiring and pusuing this "gift" of "tongues" is a violation of the first commandment. When the Holy Spirit moves- it is the will of God to man, not man pestering for a present to show off. With public glossalalia we have a discordant funk of junk.

@@SwordsofSaintMichaelOrg - The Apostle Paul plainly commands us to desire to pray in tongues, and says we can and ought to do it silently if there's no one to interpret it. Public or liturgical tongues is inappropriate unless there's an interpreter, and those are few and far between. But there's nothing wrong with edifying ourselves in faith, hope, and love through praying in tongues.

As a devout Catholic, daily communicant who has been praying in tongues for 32 years I can say you are all very ridiculous! I like Father Ripperger but in this case he is “a bit” misleading. He is not the only exorcist priest I know. I know Charismatic exorcist priests who speak in tongues. I really hope he will learn the truth about the gift of tongues. It is SO useful! I’ve prayed over my 5 kids since they were little. They are all doing great, close to the Lord. I’ve prayed over people in tongues. I worship God as I pray in tongues. It is not true that it is the language of the devil. No way! And yes, Saint Paul urges us to desire the charisms of the Holy Spirit including the gift of tongues. Come Spirit of Truth! Come Spirit of Discernment! Come Holy Spirit! 🔥🙏❤️

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@marielle, yes the pressure to "prove" faith exists in many denominations. You are blessed the Holy Ghost opened your heart to truth! Thank you for sharing!

Beautiful, private gift!

This is not good op. Stay away from those “charismatic” groups. This is a form of spiritism and can leave on open to demonic influence

Baptism with water is a baptism in the Holy Spirit. “I believe in one baptism for the forgiveness of sins”

Exactly! (On your conclusion)

Dueng Design how can people say words they don't understand not knowing if they give praise to satan? Stay away, its the Kundalini spirit

You're not supposed to practice tongues. The Holy Spirit is who speaks through you not yourself. This kundalini spirit or whatever only comes if like you say you practice tongues or if you allow entry ways for it. The gift of tongues is real, we just have to walk righteously and come into close connection to God. Don't let other people talk you out of looking, most catholics are spiritually blind. Read the Bible, pray, fast, find a good church.

We have all power and authority over the enemy !...the demons will only come in if you let them. They hate God and us. We have to use our authority. The only reason they came was that you let them. It has nothing to do with tongues. Tongues is praying directly from your spirit to God's Spirit. It's not the same as praying normally because our flesh is involved. Not everybody speaks in tongues but if you desire to benefit the most out of a relationship with the Father it is the only way. If you desire this ask the Lord to increase your faith in tongues... May God bless you richly in everything you do !

@@Username-hd1co "Most Catholics are spiritually blind" Same with Protestants. Catholicism is better off at least because She is Apostolic. The Holy Ghost can and does administer His gifts. No one is denying that. But if a "spiritual manifestation" of any sort contradicts or leads one away from the Apostolic faith, then it must be rejected. The vast majority of "tongue speakers" I know do precisely that.

very sad...and for many deadly. It is hard when we realuze the treasure trove of faith we have to build on in our Catholic tradition! thank you for stopping by and sharing your story..for it truly is part of our "history:

@auraxfire, preach! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!

I'm sorry, that's flirting with Nietzsche. There are times when you just don't have words to express yourself in prayer; and others when you don't know what you should pray for, but are longing for His will to be done. That's what Tongues are for.

Yes

Do you think expressing your will can only be done through the intellect ?

Read the New Testament! This is not even biblical to say.

Thank you for sharing, Grace has paved the way to your peace. May you grow according to his holy will! Pax et bonum, sr farah

Wow, @markwelch9250, I can relate very well to your experience because I had a similar experience in my Protestant journey. Every church service was about generating a feeling. Usually with either the sermon or the music, or speaking in tongues, or some combination of those 3, depending on the denomination. It was spiritually unsatisfying, and I eventually became apostate. Then I found the Catholic Church and the Holy sacrifice of the Mass, and my life changed forever. Thanks be to God! Been Catholic 3 years now and love the true Church and the true Faith.

Pentecostalism is a heresy.

I agree! Its aggregious

If the catholic church was only a little smaller, it would look extremely cult like. "drink my blood", "pray the rosary on these beads", "Confess your sins to the church official", I've seen literal cardboard cut outs of the pope in some churches. Very, very "cultish".

Very true

@@IsaacMillerRocks Look at you with your occult mudras 😂

Yes, and in those videos- no interpretations of these babblings. Its crazy gibberish that the people uttering it "claim" makes them "feel" so close to God. I think it is a sad testimony of ridicule induced by lower level demonic angels. Peace! Sr farah, OFS

@@SwordsofSaintMichaelOrg It must be! Thank you for your video and voice! God bless. 🙏🏻

I always thought it was just gibberish too. I am not a very skeptical person either. If a person tells me they have a gift I’ll give them the benefit of the doubt, but when I was really researching I’d look up the gifts of tongues and just see absolute ridiculous gibberish that was super off putting. I couldn’t accept it or get behind it. Sometimes people would get really weird in them and make all kinds of noises too not just speaking or other odd mannerisms

He really knows how to hit it out of the ball park! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!

Marie Miller do you pray the prayers of the Auxilium Christianorum? If not, check it out. I heard of it from one of Fr. Ripper's other talks

I will pray for him. As a friendly reminder and encouragement, never give up on him. Prayers sometimes work in the most unexpected way but I truly believe that they will work if we are persevere in our prayers.

Lan Anh Nguyen thank you he needs prayers

@Max, my deceased husband has the similiar experience! Very frightening and not at all edifying!

The Bible says that it is permissible ONLY IF there is someone to whom can understand it and has the gift of interpretation. St Paul says that the gift of tongues is the LEAST of the gifts.

Swords of Saint Michael Pentecostalism is satanic.

There was a priest who once went there, this priest know a few language. He told them do you know what your saying, they told him no, he told them your are cursing God.

I'm sorry that happened to you. I understand, believe me.

Humility in all things!! As my fellow brothers and sisters proclaim, "preach the Gospel in all things, and when that fails use words.." Pax et bonum! Sr farah

Lesser, perhaps, but it’s there in scripture.

True.

Love is the greatest spiritual gift, All other gifts should tend towards it or express it.

Regarding speaking in tongues, I believe that the tongues in Acts and that spoken of by St Paul in 1 Corinthians 14 are the same thing. *They're both real, human languages, not spontaneous outbursts of unintelligble sounds.* There's no reason I've seen so far to say otherwise. Something that helped me see this is to replace *"tongues"* with *"languages"* in 1 Corinthians 14. And you can also replace *"in Church"* with *"when you're with others"* to help see the point. *1. How then do we make sense of 1 Cor 14:2?: Establish context first* To begin with, the context of 1 Cor 14 is love: how we should make love our aim (See vs 1) You'll see this if you read chapters 12 to 14 _(which is talking precisely about spiritual gifts and I encourage everyone to read those three chapters),_ where it was established that love is the highest spiritual gift. *What then is Love?* - Simply, it is seeking the good of others. Or doing things that will benefit others. - You'll notice that in chapter 14, Paul said many things about tongues. He said that he speaks in tongues more than others, but then added, _"in Church (i.e. when you're with other persons), do so and so"._ - Basically, St. Paul is saying, in your private prayer, you can edify yourself. But in Church (i.e. when you're with others), do things that will edify (benefit) others. *2. Returning to 1 Cor. 14:2* - 14:2 _For one who _*_speaks in a tongue_*_ speaks not to men but to God; _*_for no one understands him,_*_ but he utters mysteries in the Spirit._ - Why does no one understand him? Simply because he is speaking Chinese (for instance) to Indian men that don't know Chinese AND there's no interpreter. - Basically, he's speaking a foreign language to those that don't speak the language AND there's no interpretation. Remember, he is not benefitting those people by doing so. Hence, he isn't making love his aim, which he is supposed to be doing. - In Acts, every one of the hearers understood because even though the language being spoken was foreign to the speaker, it wasn't foreign to the hearers; hence, no interpreter was required. - So someone that is saying things you don't understand is not actually communicating (speaking) to you. He is rather speaking to anyone that understands. (For instance, if there's a Chinese in the midst of those Indians, he would be the one being spoken to). - And since *God understands every single human language,* the person is speaking to God. *3. Then you might say, obviously, the speaker isn't meant to be concerned about men understanding him because he is speaking to God alone* - But recall the context, LOVE. Whatever he does *while in Church* should benefit others. - I think verse 17 would help buttress this point: - _1 Cor 14:17. "For you may give thanks well enough, but *the other man is not edified.*"_ - Someone that is giving thanks is *obviously speaking to God.* But St Paul points out that the other man isn't edified, no matter how well the speaker gives thanks *to God.* _N.B. Praying in tongues = Speaking in tongues _*_directed_*_ to God._ - So St. Paul seems to agree that even though your speech is obviously directed to God, while you're in Church, other people should be edified. And how can they be edified if they don't understand you? - So, going back to the context, whatever we do while in Church (i.e. while we're with others) should benefit others. - That is how to *"make love your aim"* - If no one understands, then interpret. 1 Cor 12:7 further supports this point: - _"To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit *for the common good.*"_ So all gifts, including the gift of tongues is for the common good, not necessarily personal good. *4. How about when there's no interpreter in Church?* - 1 Cor 14:28 answers this question directly: - _"But if there is no one to interpret, let each of them _*_keep silence in church_*_ and speak to himself and to God."_ - Indeed, we can talk to God in the silence of our hearts without using our voice *because God is Spirit.* He doesn't need sound. Sound depends on matter to be produced and propagated and received. It is we humans that require sound to communicate. God is beyond that limitation. That's the beauty of our God; you can pray without anyone knowing. *5. Lastly, tongues is just one amongst all other gifts of the Spirit. It is not meant for everyone.* - See 1 Cor 12:28-30 - All the other gifts, when used, clearly benefits others. Is it prophesy?, or teaching?, or healing? or apostleship? - Why not speaking in tongues too? *6. Final note* In the event in the book of Acts, some persons see a reversal of the Tower of Babel event. - Where initially God used multiple languages to confuse and scatter the family of man (Gen 11:1-9); - then in Acts, the Spirit uses multiple languages to communicate the gospel and gather together the family of God. - And they were both talking of real, human languages. - But if we begin to say things in Church that no one else understands and there's no interpreter, we would seem to be returning to the Tower of Babel scenario. Just something to think about. The whole point of this is for us not to forget that, in all we do, we should make love our aim.

Is still considered to be one of the Lesser gifts , Lesser Gifts !!!!!! ,HOW ungrateful That is the sort of thing you would hear from a spoilt child at Christmas . I wanted a car ...

@Marilyn, amen!

@Ernest Doe Gbadago 2 Those who speak in a tongue speak to God, but not to other people, because nobody understands them; they are speaking in the Spirit and the meaning is hidden. 1Corinthians 14:2 Is speaking of only one language[singular], but in verse 5 look at what it said tongues[plural] 5 While I should like you all to speak in tongues, I would much rather you could prophesy; since those who prophesy are of greater importance than those who speak in tongues, unless they can interpret what they say so that the church is built up by it. 1Corinthians 14:5

Amen! Nor recieve "giftings by renewed chrismation ceremonies" . These are dangerous and sark invitations by timeless creatures of chaos. Once invited in, they wont leave so easily! Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment, Pax Christi, Sr Farah OFS, OSDE

Yes indeed!!

Ahahahahah

Truth!

Fr Ripperger has a good deal of wisdom!

Yes- what you saw, what you experienced was demonic! You are protected, reject satan and he is forced to flee!

@@SwordsofSaintMichaelOrg Thank you. Yes I have rejected Satan and asked God to forgive me for thinking the falling out was from Him.

He knows your heart and tewards your faith! God bless you dearly

Thank you, clarity avoids rooting in the self agrandizing. Pax et Bonum, sr farah, ofs

Very appropriate Bret! And how true, so much deception and so little time..

Wisdom has spared you and his Spirit has closed those doors!

Tony Pittsburgh I think it's posession I've heard really bad things about the Pentecostals

Possession

@@gingerellacookie5641 they devils

Gingerella Cookie Bad things like what

1234567 1234567 How are we Devils

Truth is known by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit! God bless!

Hello Anthony, this is a related explanation: Regarding speaking in tongues, I believe that the tongues in Acts and that spoken of by St Paul in 1 Corinthians 14 are the same thing. *They're both real, human languages, not spontaneous outbursts of unintelligble sounds.* There's no reason I've seen so far to say otherwise. Something that helped me see this is to replace *"tongues"* with *"languages"* in 1 Corinthians 14. And you can also replace *"in Church"* with *"when you're with others"* to help see the point. *1. How then do we make sense of 1 Cor 14:2?: Establish context first* To begin with, the context of 1 Cor 14 is love: how we should make love our aim (See vs 1) You'll see this if you read chapters 12 to 14 _(which is talking precisely about spiritual gifts and I encourage everyone to read those three chapters),_ where it was established that love is the highest spiritual gift. *What then is Love?* - Simply, it is seeking the good of others. Or doing things that will benefit others. - You'll notice that in chapter 14, Paul said many things about tongues. He said that he speaks in tongues more than others, but then added, _"in Church (i.e. when you're with other persons), do so and so"._ - Basically, St. Paul is saying, in your private prayer, you can edify yourself. But in Church (i.e. when you're with others), do things that will edify (benefit) others. *2. Returning to 1 Cor. 14:2* - 14:2 _For one who _*_speaks in a tongue_*_ speaks not to men but to God; _*_for no one understands him,_*_ but he utters mysteries in the Spirit._ - Why does no one understand him? Simply because he is speaking Chinese (for instance) to Indian men that don't know Chinese AND there's no interpreter. - Basically, he's speaking a foreign language to those that don't speak the language AND there's no interpretation. Remember, he is not benefitting those people by doing so. Hence, he isn't making love his aim, which he is supposed to be doing. - In Acts, every one of the hearers understood because even though the language being spoken was foreign to the speaker, it wasn't foreign to the hearers; hence, no interpreter was required. - So someone that is saying things you don't understand is not actually communicating (speaking) to you. He is rather speaking to anyone that understands. (For instance, if there's a Chinese in the midst of those Indians, he would be the one being spoken to). - And since *God understands every single human language,* the person is speaking to God. *3. Then you might say, obviously, the speaker isn't meant to be concerned about men understanding him because he is speaking to God alone* - But recall the context, LOVE. Whatever he does *while in Church* should benefit others. - I think verse 17 would help buttress this point: - _1 Cor 14:17. "For you may give thanks well enough, but *the other man is not edified.*"_ - Someone that is giving thanks is *obviously speaking to God.* But St Paul points out that the other man isn't edified, no matter how well the speaker gives thanks *to God.* _N.B. Praying in tongues = Speaking in tongues _*_directed_*_ to God._ - So St. Paul seems to agree that even though your speech is obviously directed to God, while you're in Church, other people should be edified. And how can they be edified if they don't understand you? - So, going back to the context, whatever we do while in Church (i.e. while we're with others) should benefit others. - That is how to *"make love your aim"* - If no one understands, then interpret. 1 Cor 12:7 further supports this point: - _"To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit *for the common good.*"_ So all gifts, including the gift of tongues is for the common good, not necessarily personal good. *4. How about when there's no interpreter in Church?* - 1 Cor 14:28 answers this question directly: - _"But if there is no one to interpret, let each of them _*_keep silence in church_*_ and speak to himself and to God."_ - Indeed, we can talk to God in the silence of our hearts without using our voice *because God is Spirit.* He doesn't need sound. Sound depends on matter to be produced and propagated and received. It is we humans that require sound to communicate. God is beyond that limitation. That's the beauty of our God; you can pray without anyone knowing. *5. Lastly, tongues is just one amongst all other gifts of the Spirit. It is not meant for everyone.* - See 1 Cor 12:28-30 - All the other gifts, when used, clearly benefits others. Is it prophesy?, or teaching?, or healing? or apostleship? - Why not speaking in tongues too? *6. Final note* In the event in the book of Acts, some persons see a reversal of the Tower of Babel event. - Where initially God used multiple languages to confuse and scatter the family of man (Gen 11:1-9); - then in Acts, the Spirit uses multiple languages to communicate the gospel and gather together the family of God. - And they were both talking of real, human languages. - But if we begin to say things in Church that no one else understands and there's no interpreter, we would seem to be returning to the Tower of Babel scenario. Just something to think about. The whole point of this is for us not to forget that, in all we do, we should make love our aim.

Yes, I ask people to ask themselves that question. especially when they quote scripture to edify confusion and chaos such as that. God is not the author of riddles, mysterious languagues, unknown messages. He communicates cleary, openly seeking the unification and edification of the entire body! Not once in one passage of scripture do we have examples of a human having "fits" or body siezing in speaking tongues nor prophesy! When it is mentioned IT IS cleary outlines AS Demonic in origin!!! I am perplexed at the level of argument that ensues at this topic. Reason constitutes reason. There is none to be had flapping like a maimed bird!!

I'd be willing to bet.

I'm sorry

@@SwordsofSaintMichaelOrg Do not be sorry. It was real and authentic. Read Francis McNutt books and watch video's of Fr. Ralph Diorio who was blessed with many Gifts of the Spirit

hankgolfer1 wait... so you fell down in a paralyzed manor after Fr Diorio touched you?

@@m-hayek1985 I was not paralyzed, I was awake, completely aware of surrondings, total use of all my limbs, arms, legs. I was "resting" in the Lord, the Holy Spirit.

Amen...

I agree wholeheartedly! Its quite simple. He never says it doesn't exist- he says true "tonques" is rare. And is instantly understood by the person requiring the message. Todays glossalaia club in the charismatic circles defend thier titles as roman gladiators- to the death. Instead the obvious alternative, it could be a lower level demonic spirit. Which having witnessed many first hand, explains the insistance to defend. Deus vult!

Regarding speaking in tongues, I believe that the tongues in Acts and that spoken of by St Paul in 1 Corinthians 14 are the same thing. *They're both real, human languages, not spontaneous outbursts of unintelligble sounds.* There's no reason I've seen so far to say otherwise. Something that helped me see this is to replace *"tongues"* with *"languages"* in 1 Corinthians 14. And you can also replace *"in Church"* with *"when you're with others"* to help see the point. *1. How then do we make sense of 1 Cor 14:2?: Establish context first* To begin with, the context of 1 Cor 14 is love: how we should make love our aim (See vs 1) You'll see this if you read chapters 12 to 14 _(which is talking precisely about spiritual gifts and I encourage everyone to read those three chapters),_ where it was established that love is the highest spiritual gift. *What then is Love?* - Simply, it is seeking the good of others. Or doing things that will benefit others. - You'll notice that in chapter 14, Paul said many things about tongues. He said that he speaks in tongues more than others, but then added, _"in Church (i.e. when you're with other persons), do so and so"._ - Basically, St. Paul is saying, in your private prayer, you can edify yourself. But in Church (i.e. when you're with others), do things that will edify (benefit) others. *2. Returning to 1 Cor. 14:2* - 14:2 _For one who _*_speaks in a tongue_*_ speaks not to men but to God; _*_for no one understands him,_*_ but he utters mysteries in the Spirit._ - Why does no one understand him? Simply because he is speaking Chinese (for instance) to Indian men that don't know Chinese AND there's no interpreter. - Basically, he's speaking a foreign language to those that don't speak the language AND there's no interpretation. Remember, he is not benefitting those people by doing so. Hence, he isn't making love his aim, which he is supposed to be doing. - In Acts, every one of the hearers understood because even though the language being spoken was foreign to the speaker, it wasn't foreign to the hearers; hence, no interpreter was required. - So someone that is saying things you don't understand is not actually communicating (speaking) to you. He is rather speaking to anyone that understands. (For instance, if there's a Chinese in the midst of those Indians, he would be the one being spoken to). - And since *God understands every single human language,* the person is speaking to God. *3. Then you might say, obviously, the speaker isn't meant to be concerned about men understanding him because he is speaking to God alone* - But recall the context, LOVE. Whatever he does *while in Church* should benefit others. - I think verse 17 would help buttress this point: - _1 Cor 14:17. "For you may give thanks well enough, but *the other man is not edified.*"_ - Someone that is giving thanks is *obviously speaking to God.* But St Paul points out that the other man isn't edified, no matter how well the speaker gives thanks *to God.* _N.B. Praying in tongues = Speaking in tongues _*_directed_*_ to God._ - So St. Paul seems to agree that even though your speech is obviously directed to God, while you're in Church, other people should be edified. And how can they be edified if they don't understand you? - So, going back to the context, whatever we do while in Church (i.e. while we're with others) should benefit others. - That is how to *"make love your aim"* - If no one understands, then interpret. 1 Cor 12:7 further supports this point: - _"To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit *for the common good.*"_ So all gifts, including the gift of tongues is for the common good, not necessarily personal good. *4. How about when there's no interpreter in Church?* - 1 Cor 14:28 answers this question directly: - _"But if there is no one to interpret, let each of them _*_keep silence in church_*_ and speak to himself and to God."_ - Indeed, we can talk to God in the silence of our hearts without using our voice *because God is Spirit.* He doesn't need sound. Sound depends on matter to be produced and propagated and received. It is we humans that require sound to communicate. God is beyond that limitation. That's the beauty of our God; you can pray without anyone knowing. *5. Lastly, tongues is just one amongst all other gifts of the Spirit. It is not meant for everyone.* - See 1 Cor 12:28-30 - All the other gifts, when used, clearly benefits others. Is it prophesy?, or teaching?, or healing? or apostleship? - Why not speaking in tongues too? *6. Final note* In the event in the book of Acts, some persons see a reversal of the Tower of Babel event. - Where initially God used multiple languages to confuse and scatter the family of man (Gen 11:1-9); - then in Acts, the Spirit uses multiple languages to communicate the gospel and gather together the family of God. - And they were both talking of real, human languages. - But if we begin to say things in Church that no one else understands and there's no interpreter, we would seem to be returning to the Tower of Babel scenario. Just something to think about. The whole point of this is for us not to forget that, in all we do, we should make love our aim.

Write to his web page email I read comments that they reach to him and he answer

Sorry to hear that :( Never lose faith in Christ. Jesus is the only hope for you and all of us. Find a real Catholic exorcist, don't let the demon scare you, he is the one that is scared of the Lord. But know that you must stop any bad practices, return to the Catholic church and orthodoxy. Turn away from anything exciting that is not from God, and especially magic and "energy", any rebelious spirituality. There are demons in those practices, or at least evil. God alone must be your Lord, not even you own yourself, only Him. Peace be with you. Praised be Jesus, He is mighty to save! God the liberator! Dime si te queda mejor español

Truly disappointing how he doesn't mention the relevant scriptures at all... That letter from Paul also encourages the readers to ask for charismatic gifts, so I suspect that Fr Ripperger's explanation of gratuitous grace is not exactly what the Council of Trent taught.

@@natemup You suspect? Meaning you don't know? Please do not comment unless you are saying something factual about the Council of Trent. Go back, find out and give us an update. We do not deal with suspects here. We deal with actual teachings.

@@chiefchick I don't know who "we" is (as this is RU-vid), but the documents of the council are free online for everyone. I looked it up and couldn't find what he was talking about, so I consider it a moot point. He seems clearly to be contradicting scripture, tradition, and the entire Charismatic Renewal movement.

@@natemup St. John of the Cross cleanly states that this elation that the Charismatics seek will eventually leave the individual empty as God gives and removes consolations at the appropriate times. When the novelty ceases to be there, the individual is worse off and falls to an apostate state. Fr. Ripperger extends his wisdom and charity to those that are willing to listen by thankfully contradicting the Charismatics.

@@glennryan646 While the opinions of St John are of course interesting to ponder, they are not exactly an authoritative teaching of the Church. Moreover, if taken a face value, they contradict Fr Ripperger's assertion that the gifts cannot be received by request. Again, the evidence is clear.

Beautifully said!

Sadly the church is full of those exhorting the "use" and "desire" for the gifts of tongues! Easiest opportunity for a lower level demonic step in possession- while claiming a preturnatural gift- illusionary at best.

I disagree...its a Gift of the Holy Spirit...

Rita, i welcome your disagreement! Look for the fruits, satan and his minions have no time and we know his gifts mimic Gods pure spirit on ALL levels here. God Bless, Sr Farah, OFS, OSDE

@@SwordsofSaintMichaelOrg yes Sister Farah, but he cant minic transformation and real change in peoples lives.

@@rmel8131 Ive seen changes in the lives of pagans as well.

Sorry that’s not the original tongues as used in the Bible Let me bust your bubble, it is an extreme emotional reaction. Indoctrination is hard to do away with. I understand you

Jesus said "they will speak new toungues". And paul spoke about the speaking in toungues.

@Colin Sheehan I believe it is still true that "by their fruits you shall know them" Mt. 7:20. If people who exercise charismatic gifts as part of their Catholic faith are able to live authentic productive lives which means holy lives without sin or at least minimize them considerably and avoid grave and mortals sins compared to their previous lives, then why judge how they practice the faith? "Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. To one there is given through the Spirit a message of wisdom, to another a message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, to another miraculous powers, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in different kinds of tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues. All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and he distributes them to each one, just as he determines." 1 Cor. 12:7-11 Dr. Mary Healy is not the sole expert in this field you know. We also have the likes of Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa who has been and still is Preacher to the Papal Household for 3 terms now. I believe Dr. Ralph Martin has the same mind as well. There a lot of reputable personalities who have this mindset so you can not discount the possibility that there is at least some truth to the claims of the Charismatic Renewal in the Catholic Church. One of the most convincing evidence is the amount of changed lives as a result of it.

Wonderful argument ❤

.... nice! did anyone interpret what he SaiD in those purported "tongues"??? that is the real answer the bible tells us about!

Well, it doesn't matter whether he was or not. What matters is that we need to be careful of fakers, and honestly, tongues isn't what's gonna get us to Heaven. But praying, fasting, following the laws of the church and avoiding sin.

​@@SwordsofSaintMichaelOrg I add my personal testimony. Nobody interpreted, but the fruits were many: I quit smoking (used to smoke 2 packages a day! I never felt any withdrawal symptoms, haven't put on weight, and am still a non-smoker, after 25 years); I fell in love with the Word of God and am still reading it and praying daily; miracles happened in my life (conversions and baptisms in family, and other miracles) - all after Fr Rufus' prayer. I think you cannot generalize and say that prayer in tongues is wrong.

Absolutely true, and easy to understand that gibberish NEVER came into it.

Amen!

You forget that it also says that they mocked them as drunks.

I said that in the comments: A miracle of hearing; Hebrew spoken Many languages manifested

@@hanklhayes But even today, Christian believers and political conservatives get that kind of treatment all the time from leftists, atheists and satanists.

Trust me the Charismatic Gifts are real. St. Paul says to pray for the Gifts of Holy Spirt in 1 Corinthians 8.1, 11-14. I experienced through Fr. Diorio's healing service years ago the "resting in the Spirt " or also called "slaying in the Spirt" When Fr. Diorio touched my forehead with blessed oil, I fell straight back like a feather as if the energy I had to stand on my two feet was momentarily lifted.

@@hankgolfer1 Self-Delusion is very real, indeed. The Power of Suggestion and Social Proof can make people do wacky things because they want to believe it so much.

@@patricm.3718 self delusion is in the mind. You are delusional to say what I experienced was "power of suggestion" I know what I experienced physically and it nothing to do with "power of suggestion" or "self delusion" Your assumptions are 100% wrong. I went to service without any pre conceived notions of anything to happen. Never even knew about "slain in spirit" before it happened. They was nothing about suggestion because I had no idea about anything of this to even suggest to my mind, or even delude myself. You need to be openminded about the realness of the spiritual world, and not closeminded.

@@hankgolfer1 Then how do you explain that many denomination and non Christian cults do an Identical thing. Swooning actually has a psychological explanation, you can make animals do it too. Hypnotists also.

@@veronica_._._._ I don't explain what happens to others in other denominations..I know what happened to me and it wasn't "swooning" as you call it. I explained in great detail my experience with being "slain in the spirit" 'For those who believe no explanation is necessary. For those who don't believe no explanation is possible" To paraphrase St. Ignatius.

We are in the church evento we pray in tongues and is so beautiful to experience the gift of tongues ,look at 1cor 14:1-,is true what father says some tongues are given by the devil.like any other gifs...the result of a true tongues ,it will give you more desire to love God more

If they are Charismatics Catholics they should be in the Church. Else they are following something else!

For me I had my Mom and our very good neighbor were praying for me to come back to the Church. It took decades but their prayers were answered. Not just for me but my daughter also10 years more when I returned to the Church. Their prayers were answered though it took a long time for me to return (20 years). My advice is keep praying. My mothers friend whose known me since Im 1 yr old who is now 91 and told me she always prayed for me to return. When I told her at her assisted living she said Ive been praying for you to return once you left the church and said shes so thankful to be alive and see her prayer and my Mom's prayer answered. -- So keep praying for your loved one, dont give up.

The more we set the truth free- the angrier people become- coincidence? I think not. Yes, speaking in tongues is a real phenomena, have I witnesse a true "gift" of speaking in tongues OUTSIDE of a demonically oppressed person- NO. I have witnessed countess incidents of glossalalia, and the Catholics I've encounted swear by Gods grace its TRUE... By all things holy- the current practise of asking for and speaking in tongues is a BOLD FACE LIE OF DEVILS!!!!! I speak and understand and can identify multiple ACTUAL languages, God remove the scakes ftom the eyes of those decieved! Sr farah, ofs, osde

@@SwordsofSaintMichaelOrg good to hear this sermon by Fr. Chad and the much you highlighted here. A lot.of catholics have really been left in the back as regards the understanding of the tongues in the bible especially 1 corinthians 14 which seems to be very difficult to understand and a lot of people has been led astray by false teachings.When you say you speak in tongues and understand what is been said, is it that you spontaneously speak and understand another country's language that you never formally learn? Please could you buttress futher.

Regarding speaking in tongues, I believe that the tongues in Acts and that spoken of by St Paul in 1 Corinthians 14 are the same thing. *They're both real, human languages, not spontaneous outbursts of unintelligble sounds.* There's no reason I've seen so far to say otherwise. Something that helped me see this is to replace *"tongues"* with *"languages"* in 1 Corinthians 14. And you can also replace *"in Church"* with *"when you're with others"* to help see the point. *1. How then do we make sense of 1 Cor 14:2?: Establish context first* To begin with, the context of 1 Cor 14 is love: how we should make love our aim (See vs 1) You'll see this if you read chapters 12 to 14 _(which is talking precisely about spiritual gifts and I encourage everyone to read those three chapters),_ where it was established that love is the highest spiritual gift. *What then is Love?* - Simply, it is seeking the good of others. Or doing things that will benefit others. - You'll notice that in chapter 14, Paul said many things about tongues. He said that he speaks in tongues more than others, but then added, _"in Church (i.e. when you're with other persons), do so and so"._ - Basically, St. Paul is saying, in your private prayer, you can edify yourself. But in Church (i.e. when you're with others), do things that will edify (benefit) others. *2. Returning to 1 Cor. 14:2* - 14:2 _For one who _*_speaks in a tongue_*_ speaks not to men but to God; _*_for no one understands him,_*_ but he utters mysteries in the Spirit._ - Why does no one understand him? Simply because he is speaking Chinese (for instance) to Indian men that don't know Chinese AND there's no interpreter. - Basically, he's speaking a foreign language to those that don't speak the language AND there's no interpretation. Remember, he is not benefitting those people by doing so. Hence, he isn't making love his aim, which he is supposed to be doing. - In Acts, every one of the hearers understood because even though the language being spoken was foreign to the speaker, it wasn't foreign to the hearers; hence, no interpreter was required. - So someone that is saying things you don't understand is not actually communicating (speaking) to you. He is rather speaking to anyone that understands. (For instance, if there's a Chinese in the midst of those Indians, he would be the one being spoken to). - And since *God understands every single human language,* the person is speaking to God. *3. Then you might say, obviously, the speaker isn't meant to be concerned about men understanding him because he is speaking to God alone* - But recall the context, LOVE. Whatever he does *while in Church* should benefit others. - I think verse 17 would help buttress this point: - _1 Cor 14:17. "For you may give thanks well enough, but *the other man is not edified.*"_ - Someone that is giving thanks is *obviously speaking to God.* But St Paul points out that the other man isn't edified, no matter how well the speaker gives thanks *to God.* _N.B. Praying in tongues = Speaking in tongues _*_directed_*_ to God._ - So St. Paul seems to agree that even though your speech is obviously directed to God, while you're in Church, other people should be edified. And how can they be edified if they don't understand you? - So, going back to the context, whatever we do while in Church (i.e. while we're with others) should benefit others. - That is how to *"make love your aim"* - If no one understands, then interpret. 1 Cor 12:7 further supports this point: - _"To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit *for the common good.*"_ So all gifts, including the gift of tongues is for the common good, not necessarily personal good. *4. How about when there's no interpreter in Church?* - 1 Cor 14:28 answers this question directly: - _"But if there is no one to interpret, let each of them _*_keep silence in church_*_ and speak to himself and to God."_ - Indeed, we can talk to God in the silence of our hearts without using our voice *because God is Spirit.* He doesn't need sound. Sound depends on matter to be produced and propagated and received. It is we humans that require sound to communicate. God is beyond that limitation. That's the beauty of our God; you can pray without anyone knowing. *5. Lastly, tongues is just one amongst all other gifts of the Spirit. It is not meant for everyone.* - See 1 Cor 12:28-30 - All the other gifts, when used, clearly benefits others. Is it prophesy?, or teaching?, or healing? or apostleship? - Why not speaking in tongues too? *6. Final note* In the event in the book of Acts, some persons see a reversal of the Tower of Babel event. - Where initially God used multiple languages to confuse and scatter the family of man (Gen 11:1-9); - then in Acts, the Spirit uses multiple languages to communicate the gospel and gather together the family of God. - And they were both talking of real, human languages. - But if we begin to say things in Church that no one else understands and there's no interpreter, we would seem to be returning to the Tower of Babel scenario. Just something to think about. The whole point of this is for us not to forget that, in all we do, we should make love our aim.

Exactly, very troubling and confusing. God bless your continued discernmemt! Prayers 🙏🙏🙏

The Bible says that in the last days many will be deceived even the elect. That’s why we see a lot of the clergy and religious even bishops fall for this deception.

You are so welcome, we were blessed to meet him and enjoy his wit in person. Very inspired priest. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment.

Regarding speaking in tongues, I believe that the tongues in Acts and that spoken of by St Paul in 1 Corinthians 14 are the same thing. *They're both real, human languages, not spontaneous outbursts of unintelligble sounds.* There's no reason I've seen so far to say otherwise. Something that helped me see this is to replace *"tongues"* with *"languages"* in 1 Corinthians 14. And you can also replace *"in Church"* with *"when you're with others"* to help see the point. *1. How then do we make sense of 1 Cor 14:2?: Establish context first* To begin with, the context of 1 Cor 14 is love: how we should make love our aim (See vs 1) You'll see this if you read chapters 12 to 14 _(which is talking precisely about spiritual gifts and I encourage everyone to read those three chapters),_ where it was established that love is the highest spiritual gift. *What then is Love?* - Simply, it is seeking the good of others. Or doing things that will benefit others. - You'll notice that in chapter 14, Paul said many things about tongues. He said that he speaks in tongues more than others, but then added, _"in Church (i.e. when you're with other persons), do so and so"._ - Basically, St. Paul is saying, in your private prayer, you can edify yourself. But in Church (i.e. when you're with others), do things that will edify (benefit) others. *2. Returning to 1 Cor. 14:2* - 14:2 _For one who _*_speaks in a tongue_*_ speaks not to men but to God; _*_for no one understands him,_*_ but he utters mysteries in the Spirit._ - Why does no one understand him? Simply because he is speaking Chinese (for instance) to Indian men that don't know Chinese AND there's no interpreter. - Basically, he's speaking a foreign language to those that don't speak the language AND there's no interpretation. Remember, he is not benefitting those people by doing so. Hence, he isn't making love his aim, which he is supposed to be doing. - In Acts, every one of the hearers understood because even though the language being spoken was foreign to the speaker, it wasn't foreign to the hearers; hence, no interpreter was required. - So someone that is saying things you don't understand is not actually communicating (speaking) to you. He is rather speaking to anyone that understands. (For instance, if there's a Chinese in the midst of those Indians, he would be the one being spoken to). - And since *God understands every single human language,* the person is speaking to God. *3. Then you might say, obviously, the speaker isn't meant to be concerned about men understanding him because he is speaking to God alone* - But recall the context, LOVE. Whatever he does *while in Church* should benefit others. - I think verse 17 would help buttress this point: - _1 Cor 14:17. "For you may give thanks well enough, but *the other man is not edified.*"_ - Someone that is giving thanks is *obviously speaking to God.* But St Paul points out that the other man isn't edified, no matter how well the speaker gives thanks *to God.* _N.B. Praying in tongues = Speaking in tongues _*_directed_*_ to God._ - So St. Paul seems to agree that even though your speech is obviously directed to God, while you're in Church, other people should be edified. And how can they be edified if they don't understand you? - So, going back to the context, whatever we do while in Church (i.e. while we're with others) should benefit others. - That is how to *"make love your aim"* - If no one understands, then interpret. 1 Cor 12:7 further supports this point: - _"To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit *for the common good.*"_ So all gifts, including the gift of tongues is for the common good, not necessarily personal good. *4. How about when there's no interpreter in Church?* - 1 Cor 14:28 answers this question directly: - _"But if there is no one to interpret, let each of them _*_keep silence in church_*_ and speak to himself and to God."_ - Indeed, we can talk to God in the silence of our hearts without using our voice *because God is Spirit.* He doesn't need sound. Sound depends on matter to be produced and propagated and received. It is we humans that require sound to communicate. God is beyond that limitation. That's the beauty of our God; you can pray without anyone knowing. *5. Lastly, tongues is just one amongst all other gifts of the Spirit. It is not meant for everyone.* - See 1 Cor 12:28-30 - All the other gifts, when used, clearly benefits others. Is it prophesy?, or teaching?, or healing? or apostleship? - Why not speaking in tongues too? *6. Final note* In the event in the book of Acts, some persons see a reversal of the Tower of Babel event. - Where initially God used multiple languages to confuse and scatter the family of man (Gen 11:1-9); - then in Acts, the Spirit uses multiple languages to communicate the gospel and gather together the family of God. - And they were both talking of real, human languages. - But if we begin to say things in Church that no one else understands and there's no interpreter, we would seem to be returning to the Tower of Babel scenario. Just something to think about. The whole point of this is for us not to forget that, in all we do, we should make love our aim.

,...ummm, from Rhonda??? Lol

Love Ripperger's sense of humour.

It goes, "Shoulda bought a Honda, but I bought a Kia"....said fast

Thankyou for your beautiful and inspiring account. I also feel it in my heart to be a warrior for the LORD. Thanks for telling us on how we should not be afraid, just sometimes it's hard. Could you tell me how to keep your family and others protected as well? Blessings for all. ALELUYAH!

Did you not listen to Fr Ripperger? There are NO PERSONAL TONGUES. You are playing a dangerous game with spirits you do not understand. REPENT! Let go of this attachment and ask God to open your eyes to the truth!!

You are playing right into the hands of Satan. Be careful of things that you truly don’t understand. There is no benefit of talking in tongues in today’s world. That happened at the Pentecost to help the apostles spread the message. Satan always uses what God used first and turns it around, for example rainbow Satan uses it for the gays, etc.

Ah, the demon sugarcoating words to encourage the speaking in tongues. In the Most Powerful Name of Jesus, depart you spirit of deceit from the church of God!

Comet Halley , was the demon sugarcoating the story such as to deceive wherewith they complained of the one women’s submission to Christ and how she loved her Lord that it was maki g hard work for them . She kept praying and seeking God and the demons were complaining that they were going to get in so much trouble from Satan and so they had planned to kill her but could not because of her Lord . Was that sugar coated ? Where does one enter the realm of thinking that every outburst is a lie ??? I believe you have not been witness to the humiliation demons are exposed to by having to submit to Christ . He is there also and this is not an isolated satellite type process . Jesus is with us and loves when we do what He asked . Mark 16 as well as many other indicators describe the requirement .

True, Catholics do not "experience" tongues in mass as mass is liturgy not a sensate flow of feeling. This striving for the "gifts" is great however most here misinterpret Fathers point. He and I both speak directly from experience in the Office of Healing Deliverance and Exorcism. It is not right ordered to seek that "which is outside of Gods will for us. When we reject what we have been given to boldly pursue what we believe is a better "gift", or percieve as to be "special" this is where the problems and demons have a field day. We do have great holy people with prophecy and tongues, they are humble enough not to brag. Pax Christi.

I think you may have received the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. 1 Cor 14:13. Paul says we should pray to be able to interpret. Praying in tongues and interpretation are both gifts. Be encouraged.

See an exorcist

Do not worry at all, i know more than one priest that have the exact same gift while praying their chaplet, one of them even said he got the gift on a train while praying is rosary, he try to stop because he was embarrassed since people were looking at him. So, he wanted to force himself to stop, but since it was something that he was very aware off, he decided to let the Spirit do "whatever" He wanted to do in Him. He had many others gift of the Holy Spirit, that help people in the Church here in France

It is new for me to hear that you have the gifts of tongue from praying rosary!!! I have been bombarded by my friends who speak as though BVM is false..although I love praying rosary...! But I'm worried so much...! I came here lookin whether the catholic church had any members who speak in tongues Coz ppl said that we have replaced The Holy Spirit with Our Mother Mary.. Glad I saw your message here it proves that Holy spirit does exist in our Catholic church.. Thank you for posting..

@@joseoliveamirtham9147 The modern "speaking in tongues" is a demonic influence from Protestantism. It's not part of traditional Catholicism.

Very true! It is and so many defend the idea of having a "private prayer languague"! It seems to be a powerful spirit linked to pride..

Regarding speaking in tongues, I believe that the tongues in Acts and that spoken of by St Paul in 1 Corinthians 14 are the same thing. *They're both real, human languages, not spontaneous outbursts of unintelligble sounds.* There's no reason I've seen so far to say otherwise. Something that helped me see this is to replace *"tongues"* with *"languages"* in 1 Corinthians 14. And you can also replace *"in Church"* with *"when you're with others"* to help see the point. *1. How then do we make sense of 1 Cor 14:2?: Establish context first* To begin with, the context of 1 Cor 14 is love: how we should make love our aim (See vs 1) You'll see this if you read chapters 12 to 14 _(which is talking precisely about spiritual gifts and I encourage everyone to read those three chapters),_ where it was established that love is the highest spiritual gift. *What then is Love?* - Simply, it is seeking the good of others. Or doing things that will benefit others. - You'll notice that in chapter 14, Paul said many things about tongues. He said that he speaks in tongues more than others, but then added, _"in Church (i.e. when you're with other persons), do so and so"._ - Basically, St. Paul is saying, in your private prayer, you can edify yourself. But in Church (i.e. when you're with others), do things that will edify (benefit) others. *2. Returning to 1 Cor. 14:2* - 14:2 _For one who _*_speaks in a tongue_*_ speaks not to men but to God; _*_for no one understands him,_*_ but he utters mysteries in the Spirit._ - Why does no one understand him? Simply because he is speaking Chinese (for instance) to Indian men that don't know Chinese AND there's no interpreter. - Basically, he's speaking a foreign language to those that don't speak the language AND there's no interpretation. Remember, he is not benefitting those people by doing so. Hence, he isn't making love his aim, which he is supposed to be doing. - In Acts, every one of the hearers understood because even though the language being spoken was foreign to the speaker, it wasn't foreign to the hearers; hence, no interpreter was required. - So someone that is saying things you don't understand is not actually communicating (speaking) to you. He is rather speaking to anyone that understands. (For instance, if there's a Chinese in the midst of those Indians, he would be the one being spoken to). - And since *God understands every single human language,* the person is speaking to God. *3. Then you might say, obviously, the speaker isn't meant to be concerned about men understanding him because he is speaking to God alone* - But recall the context, LOVE. Whatever he does *while in Church* should benefit others. - I think verse 17 would help buttress this point: - _1 Cor 14:17. "For you may give thanks well enough, but *the other man is not edified.*"_ - Someone that is giving thanks is *obviously speaking to God.* But St Paul points out that the other man isn't edified, no matter how well the speaker gives thanks *to God.* _N.B. Praying in tongues = Speaking in tongues _*_directed_*_ to God._ - So St. Paul seems to agree that even though your speech is obviously directed to God, while you're in Church, other people should be edified. And how can they be edified if they don't understand you? - So, going back to the context, whatever we do while in Church (i.e. while we're with others) should benefit others. - That is how to *"make love your aim"* - If no one understands, then interpret. 1 Cor 12:7 further supports this point: - _"To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit *for the common good.*"_ So all gifts, including the gift of tongues is for the common good, not necessarily personal good. *4. How about when there's no interpreter in Church?* - 1 Cor 14:28 answers this question directly: - _"But if there is no one to interpret, let each of them _*_keep silence in church_*_ and speak to himself and to God."_ - Indeed, we can talk to God in the silence of our hearts without using our voice *because God is Spirit.* He doesn't need sound. Sound depends on matter to be produced and propagated and received. It is we humans that require sound to communicate. God is beyond that limitation. That's the beauty of our God; you can pray without anyone knowing. *5. Lastly, tongues is just one amongst all other gifts of the Spirit. It is not meant for everyone.* - See 1 Cor 12:28-30 - All the other gifts, when used, clearly benefits others. Is it prophesy?, or teaching?, or healing? or apostleship? - Why not speaking in tongues too? *6. Final note* In the event in the book of Acts, some persons see a reversal of the Tower of Babel event. - Where initially God used multiple languages to confuse and scatter the family of man (Gen 11:1-9); - then in Acts, the Spirit uses multiple languages to communicate the gospel and gather together the family of God. - And they were both talking of real, human languages. - But if we begin to say things in Church that no one else understands and there's no interpreter, we would seem to be returning to the Tower of Babel scenario. Just something to think about. The whole point of this is for us not to forget that, in all we do, we should make love our aim.

Mindless babble is a "gift" from Satan. You shouldn't be so easily mislead by Protestant foolishness.

And how does this tale end? Did you leave? Were you "gifted" and start your own prophetic ministry? What great healings took place that the Catholic church documented and acknowledged?

@Ernest Doe Gbadago Amen

Well, that your opinion. Many people like you don't ask but they received it. Other have to ask, Paul suggest to do so, is in the bible.

Michael COWLEY It comes from Protestantism. He's 100% right

Trevor G Scott I haven’t experienced prayer in tongues to be an experience that has in any way diminished my faith. Praying in tongues only deepened my traditional Catholic prayer life.

Two dimensions: only one Church. One cannot oppose 'hierarchy' to 'charism,' any more than one oppose the work of the Incarnate Son to that of the Spirit who pursues it and actualises it. The Church is one indivisible reality: her visible and sacramental institutional dimension is inseparable from her invisible dimension, to which the many and varied charisms of the Spirit belong. Echoing the Church's Tradition, Karl Rahner, S.J., rightly points out that: The charismatic element belongs to the essence of the Church just as necessarily and permanently as the hierarchical ministry and the sacraments.' charismatic reality is an integral part of the Church’s very structure; it is not a kind of subsequent accretion, as if the institutional Church needed regularly a bit of‘extra soul’ and an injection of dynamic power. Cardinal Suenens ‘Renewal and the powers of darkness.’

Michael COWLEY Watch this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-OuwKbaihZZk.html

Thanks I will listen

yes! Fr Ripperger rips it from all sources!

That's true but he was also an avid supporter of Medjugorje. A lot of good clergy fell for Charismaticism in the late 1960s and 1970s.

Exactly only new exorcist find difficulty to understand that.they just looking from far instead approach and dissern by themselves if gift are genuine or not.instead of giving private opinion without having experience on the matter

@@emmanuelfolly9206 It is not necessary to experience something personally in order to discern if it is from God or not, that approach has been used by the devil to corrupt people since the garden of Eden. The Charismatic Renewal came from outside the Catholic Church, therefore it is to be avoided, I strongly advise reading Fr John Hardon SJ critique of the Charismatic Renewal. www.therealpresence.org/archives/Protestantism/Protestantism_002.htm

@@simonnestor3789 Fr. Cantalamessa, preacher to the Papal Household for the last 3 Popes speaks about this. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-9-5tkirrXRQ.html

It is very real...This guy is leading others astray ....

I don't see any tension between the two. Fr. Ripperger says authentic tongues need to be natural languages, which is what is the verse assumes when the need for an interpreter is mentioned. He also emphasizes that such tongue speak is not a turning off of the mind. Fr. Ripperger also emphasizes that. So I'm curious to know what the conflict lies exactly?

Read St. Thomas Aquinas’s commentary on 1st Corinthians. Here, he explains the meaning of tongues, interpretation and prophecy. I was blown away when I read this as it’s a complete 180 from what people understand these verses to mean today. dhspriory.org/thomas/SS1Cor.htm (The above is the commentary by Aquinas) charlesasullivan.com/2608/thomas-aquinas-on-the-miracle-of-tongues/ (This is a good commentary of the commentary). Peace.

@@UriasThePious I think the conflict is that St Paul states in 1 Corinthians that speaking in tongues is praying with your spirit but not understanding what you are saying in your mind ( unless someone can interpret - another gift).Father Ripperger says that this is not the case, you either have to be speaking another language that someone can understand or that you understand what you are speaking. Many peoples e experience ( including my own) is that praying in tongues ( a gift I did not ask for by the way) and not understanding what I saying can be beneficial to prayer. I use it a lot on my own. I do not believe I am possessed by an evil spirit ( of course I could be wrong). Satan counterfiets the spiritual gifts, so possessed individuals do speak in other languages, but it is also a genuine gift given by the Holy Spirit.

Pray for them, as consecrated servants of God if they are in error they are leading others to error as well! We must take the fight to the battlefield it began and pray in earnest with the saints and angels . God bless your fight! sr farah, OFS

Yes we are to desire them- according to Gods holy will, not our own.

Unless someone is there that understands it- it is truly NOT a gift, it is meaningless gibberish. Rebuke it and pray to the Most Holy Ghost to reveal its source. God bless your journey.

@@SwordsofSaintMichaelOrg so speaking in tongues is biblical then, but not now?

@@southpawhammer8644 Correct

Well as for my understanding the gift of tongues is real , I know people and it's wonderful search up Father Eugine I don't know his last name but he speaks in tongues. I recently went somewhere to a big reunion of people who serve and they were speaking in tongues and after they interpreted. But of course we need discernment. But pray to the holy Spirit so he can show you if it is or it isn't , God bless you 🙏

I think that's beautiful. There are many, many Catholics---priests, religious, and lay people -- that pray in tongues and "strive eagerly for the spiritual gifts..." (1 Cor 14:1a) as Paul exhorts us to do in the Bible (the first and foremost Church document) -- see 1 Cor 12-14 (with a proper understanding and context), Jude, Romans 8, Ephesians 6, and more. Fr. Michael Sears wrote a book on this beautiful gift of the Holy Spirit and there are a ton of other wonderful Catholic teachers teaching on it. I believe, with all due respect, that what Fr. Ripperger speaks in this video is extremely misguided & misinformed about a beautiful gift that the Lord intended for all believers to operate in (see Mark 16:17). I would hope that one day he will meet one of the many solid priests and other lay people who are involved in well-run charismatic ministry and be able to come to a first-hand experience of these things to teach from that place, rather than from the place I believe he is coming from in this video, which is one that has little first-hand experience with solid charismatic Catholic ministries and individuals operating in the gifts of the Spirit. I encourage you to check out Encounter Ministries, Fr. John Hampsch teaching ministry, Fr. Michael Sears, Renewal Ministries --these are all wonderful Catholic ministries that teach on, the full life in the Spirit, including the vast treasure that is the gift of tongues.

That's what I thought when I heard him speak also. Fr Ripperger has a couple other talks where he expands on this. Sadly, because apparantly holy priests are practising this and encouraging this at youth conferances- people are more confused than ever. J+M+J

Yes Anna - check this channel 0 my son cleaned up some of the audio and did a scrolling dialog.

Truth!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Gracias, voy a pensarlo!

Indeed , the Hispanic community is very intrigued by the “charismatic renewal “ movement. I’ve seen it first hand and it is Protestantism with a little Catholic dressing

@Jo LoNov ahahahahah

I will 🙏🙏🙏

Truth!

My experience also.

Wrong

Please I pray you find a church that does not center around 'tongues', Sr Farah OFS

Please attend a church where you find healing. God is there.

Very true. I experienced "resting in spirit" many times at Fr. Diorio's service, its like energy is lifted and one falls back like a feather, straight back. I could never experience this on my own, to fall back like a feather, I would be afraid of cranking my skull, or buckle no knees, and sit down. I was "like an ironing board" went straight back.

I've seen videos of it and it's demonic, not beautiful.

@@T_dog1 I think one would have to experience it first hand to make a better opinion of it

@@billydebianchi Why do you have "Tarot" in your name?

Exactly!

Be careful about which spirits you are opening the door into your soul for.

@@michaeld7631 the bible is clear on that subject why to be scare either you believe it or you don't....is not because you are not into it means is wrong,I understand it,at the end what will last is love ,but the catechism of Catholic Church is clear and the Bible say the duty of the charism is to help to build the church and more effectively.

@@emmanuelfolly9206 I am simply saying when you open the door to your soul to spirits, you may be opening your soul to evil spirits. They know humans well. They are much more intelligent than you are, cunning deceivers who know how to trick people. Angelic intellect is far greater than human intellect, and do not think you can’t be tricked.

@@michaeld7631 why you say only about evils ,I know in the realm of the spirit there is angel and demons ,so my question to you is ,when you said you believe in the communion of saints with who to u ask prayer to???how do u communicate with your guardian Angel?so when you guys read story of saints what do you think of them ,their story is a myth or what? Check st Therese of Avila book( interior castle) she spoke about many things ...

The truth is all there in 1st Corinthians. It is one of the lesser spiritual gifts - prophecy is greater. However, speaking in tongues does serve a purpose and it does not need to be feared and avoided. Neither does it need to be worshipped and heavily emphasized the way some people do. Someone speaking in tongues does not mean they are doing so in the Holy Spirit but it doesn't mean they arent.

Tongues of men….. Greek Turkish etc Tongues of angels is very simple , it’s Hebrew: It’s long been accepted that Hebrew Is the language of heaven.

God has blessed you with the Spirit of knowledge! And you are free from the dissonance many embrace in that movement. Pray for direction, God does not operate in a void- he may be calling you to assist others when they question the "charisms" of the movement they allow the senses to move them into. I pray for your vocation. Pax Christi, Deus Vult! Sr farah

@SwordsofSaintMichaelOrg thank you. This was many years ago. It just verified what I thought so long ago. I mainly encourage people and speak out for the children in school and against abortion. As well St Vincent works of mercy. We must fight.

Dan Nelson Why can't you just pray to God in English or Latin then? This is not a Catholic tradition. It's from Protestantism.

@@T_dog1 Wrong , the early Christians had all the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Prayer Language ,Discernment of Prayer Language , Healing , ETC ..Many had different gifts and not the same as others.

@@dannelson4209 Hi, brother Dan. In Corinthians 14 Paul tells us to pray for the gift of interpreation of tongues if we should use tongue in meetings, and this seems an obvious way to both counter skepticism as well as to eliminate the counterfeit gift of tongues. But so few seem to have the gift of interpretation. Why do you think that is, is it James 4:2-3? Did you pray for your interpretation? Peace be with you, sorry for bringing you back to this video if it shakes your faith, hopefully you trust in Christ gifts or no gifts, and so the Holy Spirit may work in you regardless of this.

@@someman7 And your point is......

@@dannelson4209 It's a question

According to this priest interpretation mean translation.

I will look that (Fr. William), thank you. Any links for Fr. Hardon, from his younger years? Sadly, he is very difficult to listen to in his older age. : ( I am going to do a short then a full video on that. Share my experinces in 2nd grade, as a kid, from the office of Exorcism POV, Gonna ruffle feathers

Let me know if you've made the video on that, I searched on your channel but couldn't find that. I'm not a tongues skeptic but I would be interested in the root cause of your opinion, which is quite contrary to what I call tongues

Yes,though the majority are unaware of it. Charismatic theology has a lot of errors

No worries you know the truth soon, when you read your bible very well, and when the Master return( and it is very soon)

No! I myself is in Charismatic Catholics Renewal and I join a community founded by a very good Carmelite priest. Our community's spirits are both carmelite and charismatic. The speak in tounge is a gift from God, how can we say God gifting wrongly? It is not a must for everyone to get this gift, even if you can request it from Him with humble heart. But it is very important for us to know not to put too much emphasize on the gifts of speak in tongue etc but to focus on Jesus. So we have to focus on the eucharist and the Church. The gift of tongue and other charisms received by anyone (I believe including the gift of exorcism as manifested by God through Fr Ripperger), are to be used for doing His work and for His glory. We have to question anything that drive us further from God, if it is really from God, or from our selfish nature or from the evil one. Even the gift from God can be wrongly used (just like how often we wrongly used the talents God give us, or as basic as the gift of life?)

Carmelites, if properly formed, will not need to resort to the charismatic movement. The charismatic movement is not compatible with the Carmelite charism. Carmelites seek silence, meditation, and contemplation which is not found in tongues or at any of these boisterous, loud, cacophonous charismatic events so I am concerned this priest does not have a vocation to Carmel but a different order. So many “Carmelites” have been drawn into non-Carmelite movements when all they need to do is go back to their spiritual role models and do what the Order asks of them assuming they actually have a true vocation to Carmel. They have been misled and now are misleading others by using their association with Carmelites to make these charismatic groups appear legitimate. Both the OCDs and O.Carms need to clean this up but too many of the higher ups have forsaken/adulterated the Carmelite methods of prayer for new age (centering prayer) or exciting new methods to spice up their prayer life (charismatics).