Thinking about leaving the Roman Catholic Church, but...

[Carbon]

Are any Roman Catholics here thinking about leaving the church of Rome but, are afraid?

I know many RC's believe there is no salvation outside the Roman Catholic Church.

I'm also aware that it is a common practice of the Roman Catholic Church to teach that there are so many protestant denominations, they are always quarreling with each other and each denomination claims they alone hold the truth as does the RCC. This can be a really serious stumbling block for those who are thinking about leaving the RCC. And I can understand that.

Please, feel free to ask any questions. This forum CCAM has some very good, informed, and mature Christians who would be happy to answer questions and discuss questions and topics concerning this.

 

[Alive]

I would like to see this topic produce fruit.

 

[Carbon]

I would like to see this topic produce fruit.

Indeed

 

[Alive]

I was blessed early on, to see RCC members freed from bondages and fear when scriptures were examined and explained.
It was not at all an ugly time, but a gentle and peaceful work of the Lord.

 

[Carbon]

I'm also aware that it is a common practice of the Roman Catholic Church to teach that there are so many protestant denominations, they are always quarreling with each other and each denomination claims they alone hold the truth as does the RCC. This can be a really serious stumbling block for those who are thinking about leaving the RCC. And I can understand that.

It is true however, that because there are many denominations and many have claimed the right to private interpretation. And it is because of this, that many denominations have formed. However many of these denominations do not claim to have all the answers and to be the only true church, and most of them will tell you salvation can be found in any of them where the gospel is faithfully preached.

 

[Keiw1]

{EDIT - The JW church is not a Christian church. This area does not apply to you, but if you are planning to leave the JW's we can talk elsewhere.
Thank you.

Also, Jesus is more than just a king that is needed, He is God Himself}



Jesus is the only king one needs right now in this satan ruled system.

 

[Carbon]

Jesus is the only king one needs right now in this satan ruled system.

The pot calling the kettle black.

 

[Alive]

It is true however, that because there are many denominations and many have claimed the right to private interpretation. And it is because of this, that many denominations have formed. However many of these denominations do not claim to have all the answers and to be the only true church, and most of them will tell you salvation can be found in any of them where the gospel is faithfully preached.

There are many denominations it’s true, but what is very rare is one that places shackles of bondage on its adherents in terms of salvation in Christ.
At the very core of the correct understanding is there is only one mediator between God and man and that is Christ.
That understanding, dismantles the entire hierarchy of the RCC.

 

[makesends]

It is true however, that because there are many denominations and many have claimed the right to private interpretation. And it is because of this, that many denominations have formed. However many of these denominations do not claim to have all the answers and to be the only true church, and most of them will tell you salvation can be found in any of them where the gospel is faithfully preached.

With most of the major denominations I have not heard this claim, but some local groups project that attitude. I remember visiting a Southern Baptist church once during which worship service somebody was giving a report, complete with graphics, concerning missions the S. B. denomination had sent/supported. The guy actually said something like, "In [such and such an area of such and such a country] there are no Southern Baptist churches nor missionaries, which leaves x number of people completely without the Gospel." If I hadn't of been there with friends who were members of that church, I probably would've snorted, gotten up and left.

 

[Carbon]

Are any Roman Catholics here thinking about leaving the church of Rome but, are afraid?

Let me encourage you. The word of God is the foundation upon which the Church is built :......................
(Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God;
And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone; Ephesians 2:19-20.)
..............the insignia of the true Church, its the nourishment of the church, the only rule of faith and life, and it is the sword against the enemies who err and battle against the truth. The Scriptures are everything to the church. There is no church without the word, and there is no word without the church.

 

[Carbon]

With most of the major denominations I have not heard this claim, but some local groups project that attitude. I remember visiting a Southern Baptist church once during which worship service somebody was giving a report, complete with graphics, concerning missions the S. B. denomination had sent/supported. The guy actually said something like, "In [such and such an area of such and such a country] there are no Southern Baptist churches nor missionaries, which leaves x number of people completely without the Gospel." If I hadn't of been there with friends who were members of that church, I probably would've snorted, gotten up and left.

Wow huh.

 

[Alive]

With most of the major denominations I have not heard this claim, but some local groups project that attitude. I remember visiting a Southern Baptist church once during which worship service somebody was giving a report, complete with graphics, concerning missions the S. B. denomination had sent/supported. The guy actually said something like, "In [such and such an area of such and such a country] there are no Southern Baptist churches nor missionaries, which leaves x number of people completely without the Gospel." If I hadn't of been there with friends who were members of that church, I probably would've snorted, gotten up and left.

There are always either over zealous or immature ones as well as those who are not born again, but talk a good talk.
In my years, I have seen much.
Our task as God wills is to preach and teach a simple Gospel message and Trust the Lord.
The Lord taught me to leave complicated in the rear view mirror.

 

[Carbon]

Let me encourage you. The word of God is the foundation upon which the Church is built :......................
(Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God;
And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone; Ephesians 2:19-20.)
..............the insignia of the true Church, its the nourishment of the church, the only rule of faith and life, and it is the sword against the enemies who err and battle against the truth. The Scriptures are everything to the church. There is no church without the word, and there is no word without the church.

And why shouldn't it be?

All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 2 Timothy 3:16.