#12347 Did Jesus Appear to 500 People at Once? Confirmation and Grace - Jimmy Akin

“Did Jesus really appear to 500 people at once?” This episode explores this intriguing question while also addressing topics such as the relationship between good works and grace in mortal sin, and how Catholics can affirm the Filioque without compromising the Trinity. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these essential aspects of faith. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:38 – Did Jesus really appear to 500 people at once? 04:31 – Do good works earn grace if I’m in mortal sin? 06:31 – How can Catholics affirm the Filioque without compromising the Trinity? 10:51 – Why does the Angelus say “conceived by the Spirit” before “be it done”? 15:09 – Can someone avoid sin without grace? 17:16 – If Jesus finished His sacrifice, why do we still suffer? 20:24 – What’s the significance of confirmation? 28:38 – Where are Jesus’ and Mary’s bodies now? What is Heaven? 35:58 – How can Jesus be both divine and human? 38:09 – When did the liturgy of the word begin? 45:35 – Why do even trained exorcists risk being deceived by demons? 51:41 – Must a Doctor of the Church be a canonized saint?