Is Lent Biblical? Tradition, Saints, and Witnessing Others

“Is Lent biblical?” This question opens a discussion on the origins and significance of Lent, addressing whether it is a divine command or a human tradition. Additional topics include the nature of God’s sacrifice, the fate of Protestants, and the practice of refraining from saying Hallelujah during Lent, providing a rich exploration of faith and tradition.

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Questions Covered:

• 01:46 - Is Lent biblical or is it a man made tradition?
• 12:30 - Did God want to die for us? Why did he put the tree of the knowledge of God and evil in the Garden in the first place?
• 20:15 - Do all protestants go to hell?
• 28:30 - Are there any recognized Catholic saints from Scotland?
• 36:12 - Why do we not say Hallelujah during lent and when did that practice start?
• 41:00 - Am I sinning by how I think about other people? I’m not judging others but I can’t help but see their sin. How can we be witnesses to others without being forceful?
• 43:45 - Am I sinning by how I think about other people? I’m not judging others but I can’t help but see their sin. How can we be witnesses to others without being forceful?