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The Pope, devotion to Mary, confession ... just where are these topics in the Bible? Why does the Catholic Church seem to focus on so many things that aren't Scriptural?Or so thought former Protestant pastor John Bergsma.Stunned by Scripture: How the Bible Made Me Catholic is an engaging examination of the things Dr. Bergsma once considered obstacles to ever becoming Catholic himself. Over an eighteenmonth spiritual journey, Bergsma was stunned again and again by the biblical support he found for even the stickiest teachings of the Catholic Church.Weaving his personal story into clear explanations of Catholic teachings as found in Scripture, Dr. Bergsma explores seven key Catholic doctrines, including: The Pope Devotion to Mary Confession The Eucharist The priesthood Belief in the Bible alone Salvation by faith alone theologiesStunned by Scripture will help Catholics understand, defend, and explain the biblical basis for the Faith and show them how the Bible solidly supports even the most frequently misunderstood Catholic teachings.ABOUT THE AUTHORDr. John Bergsma is Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville. He served as a protestant pastor for four years before entering the Catholic Church in 2001 while pursuing a Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame specializing in the Old Testament and the Dead Sea Scrolls. Since 2004, his primary work has been teaching Scripture to the theology and catechetics majors of Franciscan University of Steubenville. A frequent guest on Relevant Radio's Drew Mariani Show and Sacred Heart Radio's Son Rise Morning Show, Dr. Bergsma has appeared on EWTN's The Journey Home and Life on the Rock, and he speaks regularly at conferences and parishes nationwide. Dr. Bergsma has numerous academic and popular publications, including the books BibleBasics for Catholics and New Testament Basics for Catholics from Ave Maria Press. He and his wife, Dawn, reside with their eight children in Steubenville, Ohio.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Stunned by Scripture: How the Bible Made Me Catholic' about? A: 'Stunned by Scripture' is an exploration by former Protestant pastor John Bergsma, detailing his spiritual journey towards Catholicism. It addresses key Catholic doctrines and their biblical foundations.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Dr. John S. Bergsma, who holds a Ph.D. and has a background as a Protestant pastor.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers several key Catholic doctrines, including the role of the Pope, devotion to Mary, the sacrament of confession, the Eucharist, the priesthood, Sola Scriptura, and Sola Fide.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Stunned by Scripture' contains 144 pages, making it a concise yet informative read.
- Q: Is the book suitable for someone new to Catholicism? A: Yes, the book is designed to help both Catholics and non-Catholics understand the biblical basis for Catholic teachings, making it accessible for readers new to the faith.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in a paperback format, which makes it easy to handle and read.
- Q: When was 'Stunned by Scripture' published? A: The book was published on February 6, 2018.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Stunned by Scripture' is available in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a quality product.
- Q: Can this book help in defending the Catholic faith? A: Yes, Dr. Bergsma's examination of biblical teachings supports understanding and defending Catholic doctrine.
- Q: What is the significance of the book's title? A: The title reflects Dr. Bergsma's personal experiences of being surprised by the biblical evidence supporting Catholic beliefs, which he once viewed as obstacles.