I have never
been a Roman Catholic but the religion is familiar to me. My cousins and
neighbors are all Catholics. My classmates and some of my teachers are also
Catholics. I could still remember whenever the priest would come we would not
have our classes because the students are required to attend the mass. I heard
from my auntie about the bishops and the “pope” they are so fanatic to it. I
also observe how they honor the leader of the church, the pope. I thought it
was just a leader like what I've used to know.
From the
class I learned that the bishops and pope are using the scriptures to gain
authority. On the other side these claim was being opposed by its weaknesses.
Eventually the claim did not progress but the question why there are still pope
claim that way? Is it not selfishness knowing that the authority of the pope
cannot surpass the power of the state leader? Now that I know about it I am so
grateful to know this fact. This will help me deal with catholic in evangelism.
The truth that I have learned is the best thing to discuss and open their mind
and it is free from all judgmental mindset.
Therefore, I
will try to learn more about history in the area of the Roman Catholic Church. I will read more information. Also, to keep me reminded I
will share this truth to those who once view the way I was about the Roman
Catholic view to the authority of the pope. We can deny the fact that these
really exists even our time today, many of my friends honor the authority of
the pope towards their beliefs and practices. Even this claim was being opposed
but still they find their way to pursue such selfishness of power.
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