Open Forum

Jimmy Akin answers any question regarding Catholicism. We begin day two of our quarterly pledge drive. Become part of the team by donating to Catholic Answers Live at www.catholicanswersradio.com or by calling 888-291-8000. Thank you for all of your help and support. May God bless you.

Questions Covered:

• 06:39 - I help with a young adult group ministry. Some members attend a group called “I Am.” They claim it is Christian but they talk about “energy” and “positive affirmation.” That sounds New Age to me. What can I tell them?
• 18:12 - There are four Gospels in the Bible, but how many more are out there and why aren’t they included in the Bible?
• 21:58 - Is cursing always a sin? For example, cursing in the car, not cursing someone.
• 32:35 - Why does it say that Jesus “descended into hell” in the creed?
• 37:00 - I am freshly Catholic, and my non-Catholic family is giving push back regarding apostolic succession. How can I reply to their comments that the “apostolic age” is over?
• 44:46 - Why do Catholics have to give confession in person and not over the phone? Protestants hear confessions over the phone, but maybe that is because they don’t consider it to be a sacrament?