The Patrick Madrid Show

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The Patrick Madrid Show: July 12, 2024 - Hour 2 Jul 12, 2024

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Patrick dives deep into the evolving definitions of marriage, the sanctity of truth, and the importance of addressing uncomfortable realities in leadership and personal relationships. He also shares heartfelt insights from Jody on protecting our loved ones from exploitation.

We might see “5 dudes and chicken” in the near future (00:38)
Jodi – Relevant Radio is always looking for the truth (06:04)
Email – What did Jesus say about abortion? (19:55)
Bill – I heard that you get a Plenary Indulgence if someone prays on a regular basis. Where does that come from? (23:02)
Mindy - North American Man/Boy Love Association is an organization that has been watching things and are trying to get people to be able to 'marry' children. It is very disturbing. (26:56)
AUDIO: LGBTQ activists speak out against SB1414, a California bill which would make it a felony to purchase children for sex. They claim it will affect LGBTQ people more. (30:46)
Tessa - Is the word pedophile in the bill? People are now calling them Minor Attracted Persons (MAP’s).
Ann (email) – Upset that Patrick talks about politics (41:53)
Kevin - Does ancestry.com have any connection with the Mormon Church? (44:22)

The Patrick Madrid Show: July 12, 2024 - Hour 3 Jul 12, 2024

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Patrick dives into Ruth Graham's New York Times article about America's new wave of Catholic priests. These young, confident, and conservative men are bringing traditional values back to the forefront despite the divisions within the Church. He explores why this shift is happening, how it's shaping parish life, and what it means for the future of Catholicism in the U.S.

Audio: Bishop Athanasius Schneider on how Communion in the hand became widespread (01:25)
Lucina - My marriage is in a bad place. My husband and his brother are saying untrue things about me. What should I do? (13:26)
You only have one shot at life. Make it count for Jesus (21:17)
Dan – Should we bring back kneelers and traditions that are not the normative today? (24:44)
America’s New Catholic Priests: Young, Confident and Conservative (28:33)
Patricio – I struggle with the commandment 'Thou shall not kill.' (46:44)

The Patrick Madrid Show: July 11, 2024 - Hour 2 Jul 11, 2024

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Special Guest Host Ken Hensley

Ken dives deep into the intriguing discussion of faith, works, and materialism. He explores the logical implications of atheism and the power of faith in moments of life and death. He also tackles the profound complexity of justification by faith alone versus faith working through obedience, drawing from Old Testament stories to illustrate his points.

Brandon - At the point of our death we have the ability to accept or deny God. I think that faith alone would be the thing that would save you at that point.
Frank – Is it true that Martin Luther was Anti-Semitic? (28:57)
Dave – Romans 1 mentions “the obedience of Faith” (38:37)

The Patrick Madrid Show: July 11, 2024 - Hour 1 Jul 11, 2024

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Special Guest Host Ken Hensley

Today's episode is a deep dive into Ken's journey from being a Baptist pastor to embracing the Catholic faith. He discusses the critical issues of sola scriptura and the doctrine of justification by faith alone. Ken shares how curiosity led him to question his beliefs and how discovering Catholic teachings transformed his spiritual path.

What is “Justification”?
James - How much do you think Martin Luther was influenced by a trip to Rome he took in which saw a lot of problems? (30:30)
Andre - I really appreciate what you do and I listened to your 30-part series on the Coming Home Network. (33:48)
Bob - How do I talk with friends who don't believe we have a soul? (41:28)

The Patrick Madrid Show: July 11, 2024 - Hour 3 Jul 11, 2024

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Special Guest Host Ken Hensley

Ken dives deep into the intricate relationship between faith and obedience in the context of salvation and justification. He examines how Paul contrasts faith with works of the law, not with simple obedience to God. Plus, he addresses historical misinterpretations surrounding Luther's struggle versus Paul's struggle. He also takes a caller's valuable critique on addressing antisemitism head-on.

Paul the Apostle’s statements about “Works” (01:09)
Christine - Complaint about comment that Luther was anti-Semite because he was German. (15:57)
Mark - Did Luther ask for a Catholic priest when he was on his deathbed? (19:53)
Sal – A lightbulb came on listening to your talk today. (21:53)
Brian – I read the Lutheran confessions and I don’t believe the battle between faith and works is necessarily what people think it is. (32:23)
David - I call it the 'Protestant Revolution.' Luther introduced a lot of new ideas. (41:45)
Jim – Did Allister McGrath bring out a new theology about Justification? (46:46)
Mark - Is it okay to choose between the lesser of two evils? It seems like that is something we have to do in politics today? (48:09)

The Patrick Madrid Show: July 10, 2024 - Hour 1 Jul 10, 2024

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Patrick connects with Laura who's grappling with scrupulosity and despair. He delves deep into understanding her fears and assures her that forgetting a sin from years ago does not mean she's in a state of sin. Despair, Patrick explains, isn't simply a feeling but a harmful, spiritually damaging state one should avoid. He emphasizes that God's grace is boundless and encourages seeking comfort in the sacraments and trusting in His love. For those struggling, Patrick suggests reaching out to a spiritual advisor and considering reading "Scruples and Sainthood" or "A Thousand Frightening Fantasies."

Guardian Angel appears dressed as a Catholic priest, prays and then disappears, even from photographs (02:18)
Peter - If the Liturgy of the Word is not said at Mass, is it still valid? (24:34)
Jerry - What is your opinion of 12 step programs? (29:28)
Laura - How do I know if I am in despair? Am I sinning? Is this scrupulosity? (33:00)

The Patrick Madrid Show: July 10, 2024 - Hour 2 Jul 10, 2024

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Patrick dives deep into the challenge of standing up for what's right in the workplace. Martin shares his courageous story of confronting inappropriate content at his job and the backlash he faces. Patrick explores actions, moral integrity, and the tough conversations with family. Sometimes, standing your ground and fighting for a respectful environment means ruffling a few feathers.

Patrick recommends “A Thousand Frightening Fantasies: Understanding and Healing Scrupulosity and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder” by William Van Ornum and “Scruples and Sainthood: Overcoming Scrupulosity with the help of the Saints” by Trent Beattie
George - I have doubts about some end of life decisions I made years ago. (05:07)
Martin – My co-worker brought pornography to my work place and I destroyed it and now I’m being told to apologize. (17:39)
Irma - My son’s fiancé is very demanding and not kind to us (27:43)
Dennis - Scrupulosity: I have struggled with it all my life. It is necessary to find a good Spiritual Director and a confessor. (37:34)
Mary – The business Martin works at should have some sort of work place policy to protect the work place from pornography (42:27)
Gilbert - How accessible will the NEC be on television? (43:52)
Cynthia - My son struggles with OCD. Could it be scrupulosity? (48:17)

The Patrick Madrid Show: July 10, 2024 - Hour 3 Jul 10, 2024

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Patrick has an intense discussion on the evolving landscape of the Republican Party's platform heading into the election cycle. He covers the controversial shift away from pro-life language, the introduction of birth control and IVF as new party planks, and the political motivations behind these changes. He also tackles the crucial role parents play in the religious upbringing of their children and the stark realities facing Catholic families today.

RNC releases party platform with softer abortion stance, call for voting restrictions (00:47)
John - I think that most children and their parents don't attend Mass. I think it should be addressed by the Catholic Church.
Audio: CNN plays clips of Biden and suggests he’s incoherent (21:34)
Leo – It’s political suicide for Republicans to move away from being pro-life (25:19)
Al – Is the mother’s life more valuable than the baby’s? (27:38)
Sarah - Can children who are making their first communion practice with unconsecrated hosts at home? (36:52)
Tasha – I am diagnosed with OCD and I have a few coping mechanisms for dealing with it. (40:10)
Linda - Concerns and observations about the president. (49:01)

The Patrick Madrid Show: July 09, 2024 - Hour 1 Jul 09, 2024

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Patrick explores misconceptions around Catholic traditions and the term "Roman Catholic." He discusses why some Protestants reject Catholic practices without biblical basis and the origins of key elements like the Bible's canon and Sunday worship. He also dives into the importance of tradition as mentioned in the Bible itself.

Protestant Pastor celebrates being “simply-Biblical” Christians and just “Sola Scriptura”: Part 1 (00:42)
Nick - There is a lot of people with special needs and our Church doesn't do a good job of taking care of them. How can we help them? (08:35)
Mark - Do you think the current government policy is to make sure people are working all the time so they can't go to Church? (12:59)
Isabella - How does the start of life at conception work with twins? (20:19)
Jonathan - Some people will use Goddesses from their own cultures in place of Mary. (23:35)
Protestant Pastor celebrates being “simply-Biblical” Christians and just “Sola Scriptura”: Part 2 (34:49)

The Patrick Madrid Show: July 09, 2024 - Hour 2 Jul 09, 2024

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Patrick engages in a lively discussion with Leon from Fort Myers about the timing of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, the interpretation of scripture, and the concept of sola scriptura. He dives deep into how the Church Fathers understand key biblical phrases and the historical context behind them. It's a thought-provoking exchange that challenges assumptions and underscores the richness of our Catholic traditions.

Leon - There is no way you can get three days and three nights if Jesus died on Friday and rose on Sunday, so he couldn't have died on Friday. (00:53)
Maggie - Thank you Patrick and Cyrus. I am not Catholic but I always enjoy listening to your show! (19:57)
Sadie (12-years-old) - Why do Churches have Adoration? (28:05)
Elijah - I am an Aramaic Christian and when I hear I need to convert; I wonder why I should? What are the differences? (36:11)

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