Why Do Catholics Pray to Mary? Bible References and More

“Why do Catholics pray to Mary?” This question opens a discussion on the role of Mary in Catholic devotion, supported by biblical references. Other topics include the Catholic perspective on 1 Corinthians 15:29, the origins of purgatory, and how to address misconceptions about Catholicism in conversations with friends from different denominations.

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Questions Covered:

• 01:13 - I’m in the process of converting. Is there anything I should avoid doing? I just don’t know much?
• 08:00 - What is the Catholic position on 1 Cor. 15:29?
• 18:34 - St. Gabriel… Where does the idea of purgatory come from? What other sources other from Maccabees?
• 29:01 - Why do Catholics pray to Mary? What are your bible references?
• 36:21 - My Pentecostal friend invites me to his Church, and they say some crazy things about Catholics. How do I correct them during their services?
• 41:52 - Jn 6-7. How do you have a discourse with a protestant who doesn’t believe what Jesus is saying?
• 48:25 - How do I respond to Protestant challenge that being a Christian doesn’t mean you have to be a part of a visible church?
• 53:20 - Does the Church have any teaching on speaking in tongues?