Forgive me my ignorance, please. I'm really curious.
Thanks in advance!
2006-12-12 13:26:50 · 29 answers · asked by Regina 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Thank you Pilgrim
2006-12-12 13:36:11 · update #1
Christians believe that Jesus is the head of the church.
Catholics believe the Pope is the head of the church.
Christians believe that the Bible is the Word of God.
Catholics believe the Pope speaks the word of God even when it contradicts the Bible.
Christians believe redemption is through the completed sacrifice of Christ.
Catholics believe the seven sacraments are necessary for salvation.
Christians pray by the moving of the Holy Spirit directly to the Father because the Son made it possible.
Catholics pray through Mary.
Christians believe idolotry is a sin because one of the ten commandments prohibits it.
Catholics took that verse out of their Bible.
2006-12-12 13:30:05 · answer #1 · answered by s2scrm 5 · 2⤊ 6⤋
The difference between a Catholic and a Christian is the same as the difference between a Methodist and a Christian, a Presbyterian and a Christian, a Baptist and a Christian, an LDS and a Christian, an SDA and a Christian, a Lutheran and a Christian, an Episcopalian and a Christian, and so on.
A Catholic, a Methodist, a Presbyterian, a Baptist, an LDS, an SDA, a Lutheran, and an Episcopalian are all subsets of Christians, but the important thing is that they are all Christians.
Catholics are no different from other Christians in that respect.
2006-12-12 21:36:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
To all the people who don't know don't answer. Ugh! Christians and Catholics are not the SAME. Yes they (catholics) follow the teachings of Christ but believe more in the trinity. 1+1+1=1. They also believe in a priest forgiving you for your sins through the power of Jesus as where a Christian believes that only Christ can. Which was the teachings of Saul of Tarsus. More known as St. Paul. He was a Jew by the way, as was Jesus. Also, Catholics have a pope where as Christians don't. The pope is NOT the voice for Christians, that would be a slap in the face to both.
There is more I can say but I'm sure you catch what I'm saying. Hope this helps. And I suggest reading "Islam and Christianity in the Modern World," by Dr. Muhammad Ansari
"The History of Christianity in the light of modern knowledge; a collective work," by Blackie and Son limited 1929
"Secret Teachings of all Ages," by Manly P. Hall
2006-12-12 21:50:47 · answer #3 · answered by LordTool 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Well, I like Pilgrims answer best so far. As for me, I'm a Christian. I love Catholics but think they revere Mary, the Saints and the Pope too much but that's their way. I believe that Jesus is the only way and although I respect the teachings of others I wouldn't alter my thinking as I have a relationship with Jesus. I was once told - we are like ducks in separate penns at the market, Baptist, Catholic, Anglican, Methodist, URC. When the flood comes we rise and all be together.
2006-12-14 07:06:01 · answer #4 · answered by JEC 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A Christian is someone who want to be Christ like according to the Bible, from Genesis to Jude.
A Christian does not just take the dictation from mans ideas. He prays that GOD alone will be all and all to him/her
No man made rules or formalities is for the true Christian. Living for Jesus twenty-four seven is not only what a Christian wants, it is also what God wants.
The word Christian means to be Christ -like.
The true Christian does not go by rituals they do not save you or cleanse you from sin
It was not until after the ACTS 2:38 experience had taken place and the disciples went to Antioch and continued to teach there that people were called Christians Acts 11:26 However, it was because of their clean lifestyle and being different because of the Holy Spirit dwelling within them that they were called Christians, LIKE CHRIST. They had even done miracles like He did. through the power of the Spirit of God and the power of God upon them. Read the Book of ACTS it will help you to better understand the whole answer to what you are looking for..
2006-12-12 21:47:57 · answer #5 · answered by groveton_32 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
"What separates us as believers in Christ is much less than what unites us." (Pope John XXIII)
Almost all important doctrine is completely agreed upon between Catholic Christians and other Christians.
Here is the joint declaration of justification by Catholics (1999), Lutherans (1999), and Methodists (2006):
By grace alone, in faith in Christ's saving work and not because of any merit on our part, we are accepted by God and receive the Holy Spirit, who renews our hearts while equipping us and calling us to good works.
There are many minor doctrine issues and some major cultural traditional differences which, I believe, do not matter that much.
A Catholic worships and follows Christ in the tradition of Catholicism which, among other things, recognizes that Christ made Peter the leader of His new Church and Pope Benedict XVI is Peter's direct successor.
With love in Christ.
2006-12-14 02:01:20 · answer #6 · answered by imacatholic2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Catholics beleive that the bread and wine at Mass are actually the body and blood of Christ (no, it's not cannabalistic, it's an order from Christ "do this in memory of Me."). Non-Catholic Christians (Catholics are Christians, too, you know) thinks it's just a symbol. Catholics also hold the Pope as their highest religious leader, chosen by God through the Holy See. N-C Christians do not, nor do they believe Mary was a virgin.
And Catholics DO BELIEVE JESUS IS GOD. N-C Christians can't seem to get that right for some reason.
2006-12-12 21:32:09 · answer #7 · answered by Kodoku Josei 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
The Roman Catholic church dates back to the forth century when a Roman emperor, Constantine, made Christianity the official faith of the Roman Empire giving Christianity a major boost. The protestant churches are sects that broke away from that church during what is known as the reformation in the middle ages. Other Christian churches are designated by there place of origin, (Greece, Ethiopia, ect.)
2006-12-12 21:42:00 · answer #8 · answered by Mr. Bodhisattva 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Oh my goodness!!! I am more confused about the real answer than ever!
I was raised Catholic....I never really felt anything inside for it. About a year ago I became Christian. I feel like it brought me to life! I love learning about it....I have so much to learn....but with answers like the ones above, I am left at an awww.....
2006-12-14 02:22:41 · answer #9 · answered by DREAMY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Catholics are members of the Catholic Church, which has the Pope as its head, and follows the tachings of Jesus Christ. So Christians can be Catholics, but they can also be protestants (comes from the breaking off from the Catholic Church), or any religion that follows the teachings of Christ.
2006-12-12 21:31:02 · answer #10 · answered by Miz Teri 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It depends on what a Christian is these days.I think that a Christian is one who follows Christ.Different catholics,different paths.Thus,I think that most of them are Christians.Then again,I do not know what is within their hearts.
2006-12-12 21:30:09 · answer #11 · answered by Myaloo 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋