OK, so I took a break because you did. Peggy was the only one posting, so I figured I should just stop and call her if I wanted to talk Catholic...well (no offense Peggy) that is just not what needs to happen.
I just attended EntreLeadership in Nashville, TN and for those of you that know me (who else is reading this) you know that I had a great time and learned a tremendous amount about leadership and running a small business.
What you don't know is that on Tuesday, Dave Ramsey speaks from his heart about his ups downs and particularly about his spiritual journey that led him to begin His company (capitalized purposely) God's company that Dave runs. The main point-if I was paying attention, was not this business practice or that one-it was DON'T QUIT, DON'T QUIT, and DON'T QUIT!
Well as luck would have it, I was thinking more about my spiritual journey and not business which leads me to continue with this blog. So those of you that were disappointed I stopped I am back, and those that were wondering why I started, I am back.
I have a few questions, 1. why don't more Catholics know the bible and understand the basis of Catholicism is not simply tradition-but the bible; 2. why don't we do a better job of teaching the biblical basis of our faith? 3. why is witnessing to others almost taboo for Catholics?
OK, so I will wait (kinda) for you to reply and comment. I have set up the blog to email you when a comment is left, and when I post...so you will know when you should comment.
I have some more questions...but I have to leave something for other posts.
Until next time...
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welcome back big daddy! well I haven't posted any comments yet, but you keep going and I will jump in soon... as the only non-Catholic in the 'followers' group, I think I should read some of your books before I start jumping in... but we'll see. :)
ReplyDeleteAfter pondering your questions for some time, I came up with the following answers.
ReplyDelete1. Apathy
2. Apathy
3. Apathy and probably fear of looking foolish to those (usually our Protestant brothers) who do know something about the Bible.
It's amazing, we have this rich biblical heritage and we don't get excited about it.
The first teachers of the Faith are the parents. Formal religious training via Catholic schools, CCD & RCIA programs, etc. is supposed to supplement what the parents teach at home. That's why the marriage vows include a promise (covenant with God) to educate our children in the Faith. Obviously, that requires a commitment on our parts as parents to inform ourselves and continue our own study. I think it's supposed to be a life-long course of study - a journey.