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The Virgin Mary Mariolatry: The Great Divide

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  • Johan D. Tangelder

This article looks at the Roman Catholic doctrine of virgin Mary (Mariology).

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Baptism: The Sign and the Grace Not Inseparably Connected

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  • James A. Laning

Baptism is the visible word of God’s grace to his church. In it God speaks and points his church to his promises. However, there are different views on the meaning of baptism. In this article the views of the Roman Catholic and Lutheran churches are examined.

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Seven Problems with the Roman Catholic Mary

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  • Jordan Standridge

This article lists seven reasons with the Roman Catholic view of Mary (Mariology).

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Five Problems with Roman Catholic Confession

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  • Jordan Standridge

This article presents five problems with the Roman Catholic practice of confession: priests cannot see the heart, only God can forgive sin, the practice encourages easy-believism, it propagates sin, and it damns people to hell.

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Five Differences between Catholic Theology and the Gospel

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  • Jesse Johnson

This article outlines the main differences between Roman Catholic theology and Protestants regarding the gospel. These differences concern justification, the place of the pope, mass vs. communion, Mary, and purgatory.

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The "Gospel" According to Rome

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  • Nathan Busenitz

This article showcases the Roman Catholic teaching regarding the essence of the gospel. It demonstrates that according to Rome, salvation is not by grace through faith alone, good works are necessary for salvation, baptism brings forgiveness of sins, Christ's sacrifice on the cross is not sufficient to send the redeemed directly to heaven, and Christ's sacrifice is repeated every time the Mass is celebrated.

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Is the Pope Really the Appointed Successor to the Apostle Peter?

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  • Gregg R. Allison

This article looks at the Roman Catholic concept of apostolic succession. It explores how this concept emerged out of an episcopalian church government and an understanding of the interconnection of Christ and his church. It then follows up with what evangelicals believe concerning apostolicity, namely, the Word-centredness of the church that has as its focus the writings of the apostles.

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The Authority of Scripture

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  • William Webster

What is the basis upon which believers must accept the authority of Scripture and the inspiration of Scripture? The author argues that the main basis should be in Scripture's own witness. In the process, the claim by the Roman Catholic church for tradition as a source of authority in the believer's life is refuted based on Scripture.

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Why I Am Not Roman Catholic

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  • Tim Challies

What will you tell someone who asks you whether he can join the Roman Catholic Church because it is the nearest church to him? This article lists reasons why its author is not a Roman Catholic.

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Reflections on Salvation and Justification in the New Testament

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  • D. A. Carson

This article offers some reflections on how the New Testament views salvation and justification. It first notes the common ground in Roman Catholic and evangelical views of salvation.

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The Instant Track to Sainthood – Regeneration

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  • Geoff Thomas

This article provides a discussion on the New Testament word "saint," against the Roman Catholic concept of sainthood.

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The Doctrine of Inspiration Since the Reformation

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  • William E. Nix

In this paper, the author gives a historical overview of how present positions on the inspiration of Scripture developed since the Reformation. Different confessional positions from a Lutheran, Reformed, Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Baptist tradition are noted.

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Rahner on the Development of Doctrine

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  • Stanley N. Gundry

What is the Roman Catholic concept of doctrinal development? This paper discusses the views of Karl Rahner on the development of dogma and thus the nature of doctrine.

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The Lollards: Brief Legacy of John Wycliffe

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  • Bill Langerak

Lollard is a derogatory nickname given to the followers of Wycliffe which describes somone as a 'nobody', without having any academic background. This article focuses on how God used these followers, in the midst of persecution, for His purposes. Their condemnation of certain Roman Catholic Church practices depicts their biblical stance.

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Rome, a Synagogue of Satan?

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  • Darryl G. Hart, John R. Muether

This article identifies the errors of Roman Catholicism today by looking at the Ten Theses of Berne and John Calvin's objections to the Roman Catholic Church.

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Broken Bridges

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  • Billy Foley

Some evangelicals believe that the Roman Catholic Church has changed, and therefore unity with the church can be pursued. The author of this article maintains that since the Roman Catholic Church has not changed its position on the doctrine of salvation, unity is not possible.

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Witnessing to Roman Catholics

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  • C. John Miller

What does witnessing to Roman Catholics entail? This article discusses preparing for this witness, the doctrine of Roman Catholics, and specific dangers to be careful of.

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Roman Catholicism and Christianity

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  • Franco Maggiotto

This article looks at the Roman Catholic doctrine of the church.

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Reactions to Historic Protestantism During the Modern Era in Europe

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  • Jack L. Arnold

This article on church history discusses the reactions to the Protestant Reformation. Within the Roman Catholic Church the reaction was a counter-Reformation through the work of the Jesuits and the Council of Trent.

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Church History: The Reformation in Scotland

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  • Jack L. Arnold

This article on church history describes the Reformation in Scotland, which gave birth to Presbyterianism. Through the heritage left by others and the corruption of the Roman Catholic Church, God made sure that John Knox and Andrew Melville had the ground to build on and the opportunity to bring about the Reformation.

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The Reform Before the Reformation

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  • Jack L. Arnold

This article on church history looks at the way God prepared His church before the Reformation through some groups and individuals. It records the impact made by the Albigenses and the Waldenses, the groups which separated from the Roman Catholic Church.

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The Height and Decline of the Papacy (1073–1517 A.D.)

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  • Jack L. Arnold

This article on church history records the rise of the Roman Catholic Church under Gregory VII, the pope. The author discusses the influence of Monasticism and the Crusades on the church. Corruption and chaos were the major contributors to the decline of the Roman Catholic's power and influence.

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The Entrenchment of the Roman Catholic Church (590–800)

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  • Jack L. Arnold

This article looks at the the development of the Roman Catholic papal system under the influence of Gregory the Great. Related matters also discussed are monasticism, the Lombards and the Franks, and the rise of Mohammedanism.

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The Holy Door

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  • W. Robert Godfrey

This article is about Roman Catholic piety, specifically also about the ceremony of the holy door and relics.

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The Immaculate Church

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  • W. Robert Godfrey

This article is about the Roman Catholic view of the church, specifically with regards to the holiness of the church.

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Purgatory - A Cruel Doctrine

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  • Ewan Wilson

This article is about the Roman Catholic belief in purgatory.

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The Debate with Rome Today

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  • Maurice Roberts

Why is there complacency in our discussions and debate with Rome and the Roman Catholic faith? The author looks at the Roman Catholic faith and the importance for us to see its differences with the churches of the Reformation.

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The Immaculate Conception

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  • Ronald C. Christie

This article is about the immaculate conception of Mary. It focuses on the Roman Catholic view of Mary, and also on Mary and original sin.

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Intercession by the Saints?

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  • Nicolaas H. Gootjes

This article is about the Roman Catholic belief in the intercession of the saints and the intercessory work of Jesus Christ.

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The Alleged Apostolic Origins of Priestly Celibacy

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  • Andreas J. Köstenberger

The Roman Catholic church maintains that the celibacy requirement for all its priests is essentially of apostolic origin. It was according to this view therefore binding on priests from early church history. If this claim of an apostolic origin for the Roman Catholic celibacy requirement can be refuted, it seems as if celibacy is left without adequate foundation. The question is not whether or not the Roman Catholic church will change the requirement of celibacy.

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Vatican makes peace with Darwin

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  • George P. van Popta

This article is about the Roman Catholic Church and evolution.

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Sola Scriptura

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  • W. Robert Godfrey

In this article on sola scriptura, the author discusses the sufficiency and clarity of Scripture, the Roman Catholic position on Scripture and tradition, and the difference between the Protestants and the Roman Catholics.

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