#12269 Fourth of July Mysteries, Mortal Sin After Baptism, and Genesis vs. Ancient Myths - Jimmy Akin
<p>What’s really in a hot dog? Why does the letter “s” look like “f” in the Declaration of Independence? Are bald eagles actually bald? On this unique Fourth of July edition of <em data-start="174" data-end="197">Catholic Answers Live</em>, we dive into five fun mysteries of Independence Day. Plus, callers ask deep theological questions: Did Christ always have a human nature? Can Genesis reflect ancient myths while remaining divinely inspired? Did the apostles expect the Second Coming in their lifetimes? Is it possible that angels are saints from a previous universe? And what happens to grace when a baptized person commits mortal sin?</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Questions Covered:</span></p>
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<li>03:30 – Top 5 Mysteries of the 4th of July</li>
<li>14:25 – Why do some oppose the Traditional Latin Mass?</li>
<li>15:43 – Did Christ always possess a human nature, or did God gain a human nature at the moment of the Incarnation? What is the best language to describe this mystery?</li>
<li>18:28 – Could Genesis incorporate contemporary myths like the Mesopotamian flood stories to explain God’s actions, such as the Flood, using familiar cultural narratives?</li>
<li>31:47 – Why did the Church transition from severe fasting to weekly abstinence and now allows other penances in the US? Is this spiritual progression good or bad?</li>
<li>42:08 – Did the apostles believe the Parousia (Second Coming) was imminent during their lifetimes?</li>
<li>48:32 – Is it conceivable that angels are saints from a previous iteration of the universe?</li>
<li>52:22 – Does a baptized person who commits a mortal sin lose all grace until Confession, despite the indelible mark of baptism?</li>
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