What You Need to Be Saved (Faith vs. Works) 

But as a guitar player I totally appreciate your analogy, Father Mike!

so that no one can boast.” In Ephesians 1:14, we are told that the salvation explained in verses 3-14 is “to the praise of His [God’s] glory.” If the plan and process of salvation were from ourselves, based on our good works, then, when we achieved the necessary level of goodness to warrant salvation, we could boast. “I did it!” we might say, or, “I gave it my all and overcame tremendous obstacles, but I finally ascended to the highest levels of goodness and holiness, and God gave me what I deserved!” And we could look down on those who did not make it: “Those others failed because they lacked the fortitude, insight, and piety that I cultivated.” Boasting would abound. If the plan and process of salvation were based on human works, then we would elevate ourselves over other people and even in some sense over God Himself, because our salvation was our own doing, not His. Ephesians 2:8-9 says an emphatic NO. The plan and process of salvation is from God as a gift, it is by grace, and it is accessed through faith in God’s promises in Christ. Nothing about salvation is worked up from within ourselves, and it is not based on good things we do. Boasting in our own achievements is out of place, but, as Paul says in 2 Corinthians 10:17, “Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.” Many people memorize Ephesians 2:8-9, and it is an excellent synopsis of the gospel, but the passage does not end at verse 9. Verse 10 is necessary to complete the thought. Someone might wonder what place good works have in the life of a Christian. We have already seen that chapters 4-6 are all about good works and right behavior. Just as chapters 4-6 come after chapters 1-3, so Ephesians 2:10 comes after Ephesians 2:8-9, not only sequentially but also conceptually and chronologically. We are not saved by doing good works, but we are saved for the purpose of doing good works: “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Good works are a vital part of the Christian life because doing good is one of the reasons God saves us-He has things for us to do. But the sequence is all-important-good works are not the cause of salvation but the purpose of it. God saves us so that we can go into the world, doing good works in His name, and this brings Him all the more glory (cf. Matthew 5:16). Given the truth of Ephesians 2:8-9, it is crucial to ask oneself, “What do I rely on for my salvation?” Are you relying upon good things you have done, or do you recognize that you have nothing to contribute and simply cast yourself upon the grace of God through faith in Jesus Christ?

That is a brilliant analogy

And I know what your Protestant friends say: “You don’t understand Protestant teaching at all.” And we can’t blame you with videos like this.

Excellent comparison.

Hi, You can go to your local Catholic Church. They will have a rectory. You can go there and ask questions. They will set up classes for you. To learn about our faith. They will welcome you with open arms.

Go for it. Be not afraid.

i pray for you to belive in God and Jesus Christ , and the truth , and that the King James Bible is true, and that you pray and pray and pray and read the bible and read it and read it....And if you are meant to believe, you will.....And when you realize the truth, you will see that it has.nothing to do with organized religion...If you believe in the bible you will see that less than one tenth of one percent of organized religion is based on true doctrine...Of these the furthest one from any semblence of christianity is the catholic church.....i pray God blesses you to see.this, In the name of Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior, Amen..

@@jordanmeija7384 What about the early church father writings?

Have you repented of your direction in life from following the world to following Christ ? Have you asked Jesus to forgive your sins and accepted His gift of salvation through faith? Do you need to join a church group with questionable history that claims to be the one and only church? You need to see yourself as a believer in Christ first, and a member of a church group second .

And we love because He loved us first. 1 John 4:19

​@@KevvoLightswiftIn That case The Catholic View has more Biblical Actuality and Factuality than most Modern day Churches in The West Friends 👋🙏

@@krystleconley6109 "And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil, correcting his opponents with gentleness. God may perhaps grant them repentance leading to a knowledge of the truth, and they may come to their senses and escape from the snare of the devil, after being captured by him to do his will." 2 Timothy 2:24-26

@@KevvoLightswift Yes! That is baptism, you being loved and forgiven, the Holy Spirit filling you with grace

that is the protestant view of salvation by the way.

Welcome home

As someone who was already Christian, how is it now that when you ask forgiveness of sins, it's still a long way to getting forgiven. It used to be when you were convicted of sins, you confessed to God and you knew you were forgiven. Maybe you were compelled to need to confess to someone, because sin was heavier, or maybe you did someone wrong, so you needed to confess to whoever you wronged, but it was simple. In Catholicism, it's not simple. You have to confess to a priest. I have no issue w/ that method, it's a lovely sacrament and many find it very freeing. But then you need to do penance. You're not just forgiven, you need to go earn that somehow. But it's not over there, because you may, or more likely have build up of temporal sin and you have some time to do in purgatory. So then you need to seek indulgences, and do more works to try and lighten your time in purgatory. Maybe you have a relative you loved, but you know they are doing hard time in purgatory, so you need to seek indulgences for them too. I'm told it's not works based, but it seems the work doesn't ever really end to be a great Catholic.

@@saintejeannedarc9460 your completely entitled to your opinions. God has led me to conversion so I’m at peace with it. I’ll pray for you.

@@JackGleason543 thank you so much and God Bless you.

@@BiornBear Thank you for praying for me, I do appreciate that and bless you for it. It's not really about my opinions. I have wondered about Christian converts, and what they make of all that. It looks like a burden to me, so I am genuinely wondering what you think of all that. Doesn't it ever weigh on you?

❤🙏. You’re in my prayers.

@@ohwhataday7171 thank you. I'm on my way. Currently doing the RCIA ✌️

@@Given_Grace, Welcome home, prodigal son or daughter! I became Catholic 6 years ago after a LOT of homework. Always thought “those Catholics” were wrong in all of it. I believed all the lies and propaganda put out by non-Catholics. I decided to attend RCIA, just for information and to gain weapons for fighting Catholicism. And now I’m a Catholic. 😄 Welcome home, @Given_Grace!🙏🏼💕💜

I surrendered to the lord after 52 years and was confirmed into the church at this year’s Easter Vigil after going thru the RCIA program! It has been the greatest gift of my life.

He really is great.

Be careful my friend as Catholicism doctrines can be very unbiblical they deviate from what thw Bible teaches.

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

When someone asks I answer them, the day I was baptized I am saved! Yes As a Catholic I am saved! But ones saved is not always saved as Protestants claim!

@@mollyjv1 A wonderful Anglican Christian lady I knew never had a moment of conversion. She simply grew gradually into a profound faith through participation in the Eucharist. She had an amazing gift of intercession, with some remarkable healing occurring through them. Her funeral was triumphant, celebrating her entry into Heaven.

Please read my comment. God bless.

Once saved always saved is a false teaching. Beware! Salvation is conditional. There are conditions to be met before we are saved. These are the verses in the Scriptures. 1 Peter 1:3 Hebrews 3:12 Mathew 24:13 Mark 13:13 John 10:27 John 6 1 Timothy 4 2 Peter 1:3 Revelation 2:4-5 1 Corinthians 9:4 Revelation 3:11.

@@bethanyrose2023 1 Peter 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. In his great mercy he has given us a new birth to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead Hebrews 3:12 Take care, brethren, that none of you will ever have an evil and unbelieving heart that will cause you to forsake the living God. 13 Rather, encourage each other every day, as long as it is today, so that none of you will become hardened by the deceitfulness of sin. Mathew 24:13 13 But whoever endures to the end will be saved. Mark 13:13 13 You will be hated by all because of my name, but whoever stands firm to the end will be saved. John 10:27“My sheep listen to my voice. I know them, and they follow me. 1 Timothy 4 . These are the things you must insist upon in your teaching. 12 Let no one regard you with contempt because of your youth, but serve as an example to the believers in your speech and conduct, in your love, your faith, and your purity. 13 Until I arrive, devote yourself to reading,[d] to exhortation, and to teaching. 14 Do not neglect the gift that was bestowed upon you when, as a result of prophecy, the elders laid their hands on you.[e] 15 Meditate on these things and put them into practice so that your progress may be evident to everyone. 16 Be conscientious about your life and your teaching. Persevere in both of these tasks, for by doing so you will save both yourself and your listeners. 2 Peter 1:3 His divine power has bestowed on us everything that is necessary for life and for devotion through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and virtue. Revelation 2:4-5 “However, I have this complaint against you: you have lost the love you had at first. 5 Remember from where you have fallen. Repent and do as you did originally. Otherwise, unless you repent, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place. 1 Corinthians 9:4 misquote? Revelation 3:11.11 I am coming soon. Hold fast to what you already have so that no one may rob you of your crown. Once saved always saved is a false teaching. The problem with saying you are saved but you still live in the world , shows us that there has not been any transformation from the flesh led life, to the Spirit led life. Those who proclaim they are saved and still embrace the world are deceived. Salvation is dependent on God, not us. Jesus atoned for every sin we have committed , are doing and will do and He even nailed the punishments for our sins to the cross Coll 2:9-15 Lots of exhotations to maintain a right relationship with God , there is no denying that , but God does not take His gift of salvation away for any sin, the Holy Spirit never takes away His mark on the believer for any sin , What is saved is our born again spirit not our flesh. Our flesh does not inherit the kingdom of God. Eph 2:6 what does God do with our born again spirit ? Our spirit is incapable of sin and our flesh is filled with sin . Again our flesh counts for nothing . Thank you for your list most of which I looked up. and copied from New Catholic edition.

@dawnlapka... , it's actually "FAITH WORKING THROUGH LOVE." That's in Galatians 5:6.

God's Word says that we are saved by grace through faith in Christ Jesus and not by our own efforts or works (Ephesians 2:8-9).

@@jacobz2269, can you pls complete the Bible passage by continuing through Ephesians 2:10, and then, make a complete interpretation of the whole passage. Otherwise, you are just cherry-picking Bible verses that suit private interpretation and belief without understanding the intended message of the whole passage. Because as far as I know, since the 5th century when the Catholic Church condemned and denied the Pelagian heresy, we Catholics have never been taught that we can earn our salvation by our good works because salvation is essentially a free gift of God to us, as Fr Mike Schmitz has expressed. But just like how you need to include verse 10 to verses 8 and 9, you have to make sense of the whole Biblical passage. Doesn't your pastor include verse 10 to Ephesians 2:8-9 when he made you understand their version of interpretation of the incomplete Bible passage? (I'm pretty sure he doesn't, does he?) Let's see, @jacobz2269, kindly make sense of verse 10 in relation to verses 8 and 9, and explain it to us here... Thanks.

Adding to God's Word is tight!!!

@@jacobz2269 If we do what we do out of love for God and love for each other, that Faith and good works aren't wasted. I Cor. 1 through 23.

@davidmorton, it's actually FAITH WORKING THROUGH LOVE. It's in Galatians 5:6.

@@voxangeli9205 And on the other side of that.... Protestants beleive all you have to do is announce that Jesus is my Lord and Savior and no matter what they do after that they are going to heaven. It is the punched ticket that can never be taken away. Salvation CAN BE LOST even if you make that declaration. Sin supersedes that declaration and you can lose your salvation.

@davidmorton, you bet!

@@christiandpaul2022 And on the other side of that.... Protestants beleive all you have to do is announce that Jesus is my Lord and Savior and no matter what they do after that they are going to heaven. Name one church that teaches this nonsense? Roman 6:1,2 refutes that lie. Salvation CAN BE LOST even if you make that declaration. Go to the scriptures and show us all in context where salvation of the believer can be lost? Sin supersedes that declaration and you can lose your salvation. 1 Peter 2:24 atoneing for sin is not your perogative. 1 John 1:9 when you confess does God leave some sins out of the cleaning process? 1 John 2:1,2 How many sins did Jesus die for? Baptism is representative of dying to sin and rising as a new creation in Christ so do tell us how we as spritual beings are resposible for cleaning our flesh up? Look what God does with our born again spirit Eph 2:6 . That means our spirit not our flesh is eternally saved . Our flesh is what we live in and work with the Holy Spirit to renew our minds. Romans 7:17,20 points out what sin is in the believers life. Salvation which is a gift from God can not be lost or God is a liar.

God's Word says that we are saved by grace through faith in Christ Jesus and not by our own efforts or works (Ephesians 2:8-9).

All the best.

He's using scripture to groom. Catholics don't believe in Jesus alone. They pray to Mary which is not biblical. Only Jesus is equal with God.

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

Thank you

Thank you and may God Bless your soul.

Thank you and may God bless your soul.

I LOVE YOU! So many people get that wrong 😭

John 14:12 sums up the Catholic view pretty well in my opinion. Thank you for standing up for the truth and correcting the misrepresentation of what Catholics actually believe. As you say, we believe that God paid for our sins and that our works do not earn our ticket to heaven. However, if you love someone, you'll show it. Why would God desire only empty words? We show our faith by how we live our lives and through true faith we are saved.

What do you mean if necessary? Did Jesus go around without speaking??? 🫠

That quote from St Francis is completely made up. Look into it.

@@amartinez589preach through your actions and deeds and heart, be like Jesus. If this doesn’t get through to someone and they wonder why you are so graceful and kind and loving, THEN preach the Gospel with words (explain it to them).

@@OnlyEnea then why don't catholics do it (speak it). You can't speak to something you don't have or know how to receive (grace).

That's an over simplification. You still need to teach if someone ask you what the Church teaches.

Amen!

What happens to a person who has faith but is incapable of work. Either by being physical or mentally deficient.

@@Mr-Clark God is a just judge.

@@Mr-ClarkThey might do spiritual works of mercy, including praying for others and bearing wrongs patiently.

@@Mr-Clark not that kind of 'work'. Work as in study of Scripture, praying, contemplation & just plain old Love Thy Neighbor. Don't have to be smart or physically inclined to Love your Neighbor!

As do I. I may not always agree with everything the Catholic church teaches, but Father Mike has a God-given ability to explain the nuances of Catholicism in a simplistic manner. And, at least in this case, my Protestant understanding would agree with his. I'm thankful for his ministry to us.

​​@@annalovesjesus16I absolutely agree with what you said about faith not accompanied by works is not true saving faith, but I personally don't believe in eternal security, but if you believe it is biblical, how would you explain passages such as: Hebrews 6:4-6, Hebrews 10:26, 2 Peter 2:20-21, I personally would like to know how you would interpret these verses.

​@annalovesjesus16 exactly. If you believe, you will act a certain way that shows it. But it is still a gift from God. If you give me a gift, it doesn't mean now I have to mow the lawn of your house!

John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever [believes in him] shall not perish but have eternal life. Romans 10:9-10. If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and [believe in your heart] that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. Acts 10:43 All the prophets testify about him that everyone who [believes in him] receives forgiveness of sins through his name. 1 John 5:13. 13 I write these things to you who [believe in the name of the Son of God] so that you may know that you have eternal life. Ephesians 2:8-9 For it is by grace you are [saved through faith], and this is not from yourselves, it is a gift from God, so that no one can boast. Romans 3:28. 28 We conclude that a person has [God’s approval by faith], not by his own efforts. John 6:40 40 For my Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and [believes in him] shall have eternal life, and I will raise them up at the last day.

It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh is no help at all. The Spirit is the one who testifies, because the Spirit is the truth. The Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. For who has understood the mind of the Lord so as to instruct him? But we have the mind of Christ. By this you know the Spirit of God: every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God. God abides in us, by the Spirit whom he has given us. This is why the gospel was preached even to those who are dead, that though judged in the flesh the way people are, they might live in the spirit the way God does. No one speaking in the Spirit of God ever says "Jesus is accursed!" and no one can say "Jesus is Lord" except in the Holy Spirit. Blessed are those whose lawless deeds are forgiven, and whose sins are covered; blessed is the man against whom the Lord will NOT count his sin. Even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ-by grace you have been saved-through Faith. - And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. So now Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. It is the spirit that transforms you. From within. Everyone who has been born of God does not keep on sinning, but he who was born of God protects him, and the evil one does not touch him. Jesus said "If you love me, you WILL keep my commandments.” You WILL. The is w characteristic trait of the legitimate regenerate believer.

Wow that is awesome.

Plus *other Christians Catholics are Christians.

@@MorreHope Catholic Christians, that's what we are, Catholic Christians.

​@@michaelphillips5786, we Catholics are the original and historical Christians.

Wow 👏 Thank God for all of those who participated in this event. God bless you all. Viva Cristo Rey ❤

Acts 15 kJV ♥️ 7 And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, Men and brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe. 8 And God, which knoweth the hearts, bare them witness, giving them the Holy Ghost, even as he did unto us; 9 And put no difference between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith. 10 Now therefore why tempt ye God, to put a yoke upon the neck of the disciples, which neither our fathers nor we were able to bear? 11 But we believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved, even as they. ♥️ Grace ♥️ Ephesians 1 kJV 7 In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; Romans 11 kJV 6 And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work. 🩸 Faith 🩸 Romans 3 kJV 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

im not a priest but will pray for you and your family and just add that it would be great if you spoke to a priest about recieving Confirmation as an adult. Then going to confession and partaking in holy communion where you receive the body and blood of Christ, will transform your life. God bless you

Thank you.

I contacted my local Catholic Church and am starting RCIA courses there next week after listening to Father Mike’s podcasts

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

Again Grace, working its way out; in your life; as what you will begin to practice; Faith in your guitar; that which will be Worked on by your fingers; as you play; so lovely and true to what was given to you; the gift of the Guitar.

♥️ James 1 kJV 1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting. 🤔 what tribe of Israel is the Catholic Church?

I'm a Jewish convert to the Catholic Faith and I don't know what tribe I am genetically, but being adopted by God and becoming a sister of Jesus, I'm in His Tribe now -- tribe of Judah.

@@AlexanderBrown77 The 12.

@@jameskearney4100 ♥️ Jew and Gentile. Romans 1 KJV ✝️🩸 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. ✝️ gospel🩸 1 Corinthians 15 KJV 1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: Romans 4 KJV 5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. 🤔 Faith in what? Romans 3 KJV 🩸 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;

Please go back to the one true Church

So you claim Jesus Christ lied when he said "It is finished"? Why does he cite the Book of James when the Book of James is about fellowship, not salvation? If you're catholic you have an excuse to not read the Bible, but you are without excuse while claiming to be protestant. Are you sure you're not catholic?

@@cba4389 Yes, very much a protestant. As for my statement, I can see why someone would misunderstand what I meant. First I do NOT believe that there is one thing anyone can do to "help" in gaining their salvation. What I was trying to say was that there are those that think that saying a little prayer and then continuing to live life on their terms without a changed heart have a issue. We all continue to sin, but Christ changed my heart and I can see and repent...AND I know that Christ saved me from death. Others just hold the attitude that they can do what ever they want because they have a "get out of jail free" card....heart has not changed. I Totally reject works based salvation !

protestants and catholics are saying the same thing in different ways... well, those who are as educated as this padre.

@@Vintage_GenX You are implying a merit system that requires a minimum level of spiritual maturity or grace is revoked. I understand that God offering salvation with no strings attached and no small print sounds too good to be true. With God, it is true. You also act like living spiritually has no benefit and nobody would do it unless it was required for salvation. Its the difference between not committing a crime because you might get caught and not committing a crime because it's wrong. Grace is the only option that insures the only motivation is a love for what is right.

@@cba4389 I am NOT implying a merit system. Your heart has either been changed or not. There is NOTHING you can do to merit/earn your salvation.

Don't rely on your Healthcare plan. Also if you are Catholic please confess your suicidal thoughts to a Catholic Priest.

I love your attitude of gratitude. So glad you made it out of the valley. God is so good. ♥️

thank you for your beautiful words. God bless you.

@@johnpglackin345I would never confess to a priest. Never believed that

@@MultiJoe84 I am sorry but all sins must be confessed to a Catholic Priest. And if you are sincere Christ will absolve you. If you don't do this you will not get to Heaven.

Thank you so much for your generous gift! 💛

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

Ask your friend how they reconcile this verse John 14:12. I'm truly curious. This particular verse from Jesus's own mouth makes the relationship between faith and works crystal clear.

@@SeanzGaragethoughts on Romans 4:5 kjv?

​@@Kjvbible1611t The scripture is discussing whether gentiles should have to be circumcised in accordance with Jewish law. Is it the works of the law (in this case circumcision) that conveys righteousness or is it faith. Romans 2:25:26 (but really for multiple chapters). What good is works without faith? The scripture references Abraham's faith saying that he "believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness" Abraham would have sacrificed his son. He trusted and he believed God and was willing to do as God commanded of him. He was credited according to his faith, because God knew his heart. Consider Romans 2:12-16 God knows all of our hearts. This is why Catholics do not believe that they are saved specifically by works but rather that works are an outward expression of true faith. It is not the works themselves that earn our salvation. It is God's grace that He makes available to us through faith and in faith we serve. Again, those who believe in God will at least try to do as he commands. Just like Abraham did as God commanded before God's angel stopped his blade. Gen 22:9-19 "because you have *done* this thing and have not withheld your son, your only son, indeed i will greatly bless you"

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

John 14:12 From the mouth of Jesus himself and couldn't be anymore clear.

It’s easier when you think of it as God already gave you an A in class. All you have to do is maintain it because you have faith in Him. If you don’t do your homework, assignments, pass the exams you’re going to fail that class. So without works faith is not faith at all. Works is needed for faith to work.

@@basstheangelo What about someone who didn't believe that God gave him an A in the class but aced all the assignments, tests, homework etc. just out of determination and dedication? Supposedly, that person still fails because they didn't believe that God gave them an A, even if they had better test results than those who believed.

♥️ I have a question what tribe of Israel is the Catholic Church? James 1 kJV 1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting.

@@AlexanderBrown77 the Catholic Church is the Church that Christ founded, entrusted to the Apostles, and thus has persisted the world's attempts to destroy it by God's grace and the working of the Holy Spirit. God has kept the Catholic Church standing for almost 2000 years

@@samemery ⬅️ ✝️🩸 2 Corinthians 4 kJV 3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: 4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them. 1 Corinthians 15 kJV 1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: Romans 2 kJV 16 In the day when God shall judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ according to my gospel. 2 Thessalonians 1 kJV 8 In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ: 9 Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power;

@@samemery ♥️ 1 John 5 kJV 13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.

Eph 2:1-22 is pretty clear . Salvation is a gift. Salvation is not maintained by you . Salvation being a gift means you do not work for it as it is free. Salvation being free does not mean you accept and go back to the world Roman 6:1,2 Salvation being free and not ever taken away from the believer for any sin 1 John 2:1 means you can live for Christ knowing you are eternally secure.

​@@bobloblawb2593but you must submit to God's will in order to live for Christ. Your submission and living for Christ is how you cooperate with God's grace.

@@Defender_of_Faith God's grace is given to you , it is never taken away . you do the works that God has created you for, not for anything ,but because our salvation is secured in Christ who lives in us. Cooperating with God's grace sounds a lot like a job description vs the what the gospel gives us. If we repent , are baptized , and are born again , but do absolutely no works , you see the results in 1 Cor 3:10-15

@@bobloblawb2593 be doers of the word and not merely hearers who deceive themselves. And having been made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him. In the world and its desire are passing away, but those who do the will of God live forever.

@@Defender_of_Faith This seems to be the concept that roman Catholics are taught , that protestants who go by faith do nothing . That is false as all believers are to be spreading the gospel in word and deed and showing Christ by how they live . Faith without works is a dead useless faith which is what James points to . However salvation is a gift not worked for and faith in God's promises is paramount not works to enhance God's free gift.

Amen

Father Mike is a Godsend. I tell everyone I know about him...Thank you God!!

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

How about Protestant non-binaries?

​@nnmgt0 what about?

Protestant here. I'm very thankful for Father Mike. While I don't agree on everything, he truly has a gift for explaining difficult concepts in simple ways.

*John 14:12* sums up the Catholic view pretty well in my opinion. Catholics do believe that we are saved by faith. But understanding what it means to be faithful is the key. Faith is not shown by empty words. God sees our faith and love for Him by how we live our lives and if we do what he has commanded us to do. *Mark 12:30-31*

You also have to believe in what He taught.

Baptism is part os dalvation too and that's biblical. Good works don't save but are needed for salvation... the big protestant problem is saying that good works are not needed fo salvation. That's their faith alone evil doctrine. Biblical answer is in James 2, 14-26 and Matthew 25, 31-46. We must be careful with those heresies that want to discard the church and make follow these so-called superheroes. You have to study about the first church and then see why there are 66,000 protestants sects. The Bible is clear in Matthew 16, 16-19. Jesus founded his church and it is indestructible... it's logical that it is the Catholic, the others go with the heretic Martin Luther. A traitor to the church who betrayed JESUS ​​like Jude and ended up hanging himself just like Jude, who betrays the church, betrays Christ because the church is so important that it is the body of Christ. Ephesians 5, 23. 1 Corinthians 12, 12-28. Whoever leaves the church is not a Christian, he is an antichrist. 1 John 2, 18-19. John 17, 21 clearly says that JESUS ​​wants unity and not sect divisions. Ephesians 3, 21 we must give glory to God forever in his church, which is the pillar and base of the truth. 1 Timothy 3, 15. We should not listen to those who come with new doctrines or stray from God. 2 John 1, 8-11. Galatians 1, 6-10. Isaiah 56.10-11 [10] His guardians are all blind, none of them know anything. They are all stupid dogs, incapable of barking. They would lie down, they would like to doze. [11] Those voracious dogs are never satisfied, and they are the shepherds! They do not know how to discern, each one takes his way, all, until the end, in pursuit of his own benefit. Protestant sects are neither evangelical nor Christian. Only the Catholic Church is truly Christian and evangelical. The others claim to be evangelical, but they are not. Example: The Gospel of John 6, 48-71 says that JESUS ​​truly dwells in consecrated bread and wine, but Protestants deny the real presence and only say that it is a symbol. The Gospel of John never says it is a symbol. As John 20, 21-23 and James 5, 16 JESUS ​​gives his church the power to forgive sins, Protestants say no, that they do not confess and that men cannot forgive sins and therefore contradict Christ and the word of God. John 2, 1 says that Mary intercedes even when JESUS ​​has no plans to perform a miracle, Protestants contradict the gospel and say no. John 17, 20-26: Be one as the father and I are one, be united, but the Protestants separated from the church and among them are divided into more than 66,000 sects. John 19, 26-27 It says that JESUS ​​gave his mother Mary as a mother to his disciple John and equal to the church, she is a spiritual mother. Protestants say no. Matthew 16, 18-19 JESUS ​​gave Peter authority over the other apostles and left him as the main leader of the church, as pope, father or leader. Like Isaiah 22, 20-22, it says that when a king gives the keys to his servant who becomes the father of the community, JESUS ​​is the king of kings and his community is the church, that is why the Catholic church has a pope. In Matthew 25, 31-46 JESUS ​​criticizes very strongly those who do not do works for others, and Protestants criticize the Catholic Church because it teaches that good works should be done. Protestants teach that we are saved only by grace, when in truth we were saved in the past, JESUS ​​gave himself on the cross by grace and saved us, but to do good works. Ephesians 2, 8-10. The key is in verse 10 that they do not read and in another book that Luther tried to eliminate because this agrees with the Catholic Church doctrine and contradicts that evil heresy. That book is James because in chapter 2, 14-26 it says that faith without works is dead faith and ask. Can that faith save you without works? Even stronger is what Jesus will say about works on the day of judgment. Matthew 25, 31-46. Baptism, Galatians 3, 27 says that through baptism we give ourselves to Christ and JESUS ​​said let the children come to me and do not prevent it. 1 Peter 3, 21 also says that through baptism we are saved ... because as Galatians 3, 27 says through it we give ourselves to CHRIST !! He also says that it does not consist of bathing to clean the body in a river or beach, that was the baptism of John the Baptist and it is over. So the protestants prevent children from reaching Christ and deny them salvation. This is only a summary of the gospels, if we had to be other topics in the apostolic letters, we will also see other contradictions of the Protestants with the gospel of JESUS ​​CHRIST! The cross, moving to another faith, prayer to the dead, purgatory, repeated prayers, the images, say that Mary had more children, they say that the bible is the truth and the bible itself says that the CHURCH is the pillar and foundation of the Truth 1 Timothy 3, 15. They say that it does not matter to be in any church, etc. Quite the opposite of what the word of God teaches! ru-vid.com/show-UCRT7jcpX9kOtrlwhyV9X30A

Amen. Well said

That is exactly opposite of what scripture says.

@markmeyer4532 To which part do you take issue? For receiving eternal gifts? Matthew 6:19-20 “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.” Or do you take issue with your works revealing your faith in Christ? James 2:19 “But someone will say, ‘You have faith and I have works.’ Show me your faith apart from your works, and I will show you my faith by my works.” James 2:22 *Speaking of Abraham* “You see that faith was active along with his works, and faith was completed by his works.”

You left the Proteatants for these insolent... Just kidding. I am an ecumenical Pentecostal, and I believe in the brotherhood of all congregations of Christianity.

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN: IT IS THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT MAKES ATONEMENT FOR YOUR SOUL AND NOTHING ELSE: God, speaking to Moses, declares: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”-1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The sacrifice of Jesus and the shedding of his blood on the cross is what makes atonement for the souls of believers.

Awesome

to William Kister, thank you for this distinction between salvation of 'be-ing' need and sanctification by 'doing' gift. Thinking works as sanctification gift and heart having faith in need of salvation are inseparable and qualitatively equal. Having faith is a need met by God's gift of faith. That there are extreme tensions between gift and need is due to diseased family member identity need of union occult as hidden, incest connected as substitute mate, grooming of procreation role gift of emotionally and or psychologically vulnerable family members in their roles to purport to presume this gift is a need as a non-economic status of "higher vocation" (Pope St John Paul 2's Council for the Family "Guidelines", TTMHS, PCF, 1995, 35; cf. St Paul 1 Cor 7:25-34) for economic advantages of the families of these groomers by tax-exemption embezzlements and lower insurance cost by fraud.

Further - the argument you make about the guitar, I think misses the point James makes in his epistle. It’s not that you must use your faith for it to be saving, it’s that a faith that doesn’t work is no faith at all. True, living faith, the kind that saves, is a working faith. Someone who claims to believe that God exists, yet doesn’t truly care what God has told him to do, doesn’t have living faith. It’s a bare belief, without true faith. When Paul says you are saved by faith, he means living faith. James and Paul are addressing different errors, both important, but distinctions need to be made.

For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith working through love. Gal.5.6 It is scriptural.

I will go with the teaching from the Church, Jesus, Himself, founded 2,000 years ago. Not the concept that was formulated by a man who divorced Jesus' Church around 500 years ago. God Bless!!! Matthew 16:17-19 17 Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. 18 And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. 19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.”

Why did Luther notice that believers often do not do the good works that result from saving faith. He blames them for taking advantage of the liberty they have and for not being committed to the gospel. The Gospel, by which they have been delivered from burdens and troubles so manifold, and might feel a little shame because like pigs and dogs they retain no more of the Gospel than such a lazy, pernicious, shameful, carnal liberty! Why wasn’t Faith alone enough for him Luther asks this question can you answer it How can it be that some people have enough faith to be saved but not enough to do good works that are pleasing to God? 1 Corinthians 13 13 And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. "SEE HOW A PERSON IS JUSTIFIED BY WORKS AND NOT BY FAITH ALONE" James 2:24 "IF I HAVE FAITH TO MOVE MOUNTAINS, BUT HAVE NOT LOVE THEN I AM NOTHING" 1 Cor 13:2 "THE ONE WHO ENDURES TO THE END, THE SAME SHALL BE SAVED" Matthew 24:13 "FAITH OF ITSLEF, IF NOT ACCOMPANIED BY WORKS, IS DEAD" James 2:17 "JUST AS A BODY WITHOUT A SPIRIT IS DEAD? SO IS FAITH WOTHOUT WORKS ALSO DEAD" James 2:26 "FAITH HOPE AND LOVE...AND THE GREATEST OF THESES IS (not faith) LOVE" 1 Cor13:13 2 Timothy 3:16-17 KJV📖 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: [17] That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. "For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not your own doing, it is the gift of God--not because of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them" (Ephesians 2:8-10) Romans 2:6-7 Here’s what Paul says: For he will render to every man according to his works: to those who by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, he will give eternal life.😉😉

You are WRONG-Works are NOT required for salvation. THE ONLY REQIREMENT TO BE SAVED IS Acts 16:30-31 KJV-And brought them out and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved? And they said BELIEVE ON THE LORD JESUS CHRIST, AND THOU SHALT BE SAVED, and thy house. Works play NO part in salvation. Faith plus works is a FALSE gospel. It is 100% Grace by which we are saved. Mixing works with grace is a FALSE gospel-There is NO mixture. The works we do here on earth are the rewards we get when we get to heaven, NOT for salvation. Romans 11:6 KJV-And if by grace, then is it no more of works:: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then it is no more grace: otherwise work is no more work. Salvation is a FREE GIFT only received by FAITH, and going to heaven is FREE, NOT worked for or earned-Ephesians 2:8-9 KJV. Romans 4:5 KJV-But to him that worketh NOT, but BELIEVETH on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. TO HIM THAT WORKETH Romans 4:4 KJV-Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt. Salvation is a FREE GIFT and NOT a reward that is worked for or earned. We contribute NOTHING to our salvation apart from BELIEVING the gospel 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 KJV-Death, Burial, Resurrection by Grace alone, faith alone, on Christ alone. PLUS NOTHING, MINUS NOTHING. Very, very sad that people think that they can add their own merit (filthy rags) Isaiah 64:6 KJV to the FINISHED works of Christ Jesus. ALL THE GLORY BELONGS TO GOD.