The Biblical Basis for the Priesthood w/ Dr. John Bergsma

I chat with Dr. John Bergsma about his conversion to Catholicism, the biblical basis for the priesthood, and why and how to love sacred scripture.

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[hannah-ekyw]

I am from Germany and I am very scared of the things that are happening here right now. As a young catholic woman it becomes increasingly harder to defend the church teachings while prominent figueres of the church preach the exact opposite. It seems kind of ironic that such a great division is again starting in Germany of all places. I pray that God will direct them back to the truth.

[ehanson]

I love how Matt always asks the question of the skeptic in order to draw out more depth.

[nikitasergeev]

As an Orthodox listening to this, I really really enjoy that tangible, logical and intellectual side of the Bible brought out by Dr Bergsma — so refreshing! Thank God!

[PInkW]

I’m a cradle Catholic
I love all these Protestant converts
God Bless u all

[anastaciacervantes]

On my journey to Catholicism at age 18 (now 19) I wanted to find a great book that simply explained and gave truthful reasons behind the belief in God, why it’s true, and how to follow him. John Bergsma’s book “Yes, There is a God” very easily broke down what I needed to know while still being fun and not overly theological, difficult or discouraging for an already confused and overwhelmed person, I highly recommend it for anyone in any circumstance it’s thought provoking while still being so simple and I just absolutely adore it. Thank you John and Matt for helping me on this adventure to God and His truth.

[happysoul]

Dr Bergsma is great, I was brought up a catholic and tried to join other churches but found myself returning back to the catholic church. Listening to Dr Bergsma and dr Brant Pitre convinced me it was the right decision. God bless you both! Keep up a good work!

[Bungadin]

I’m not a Catholic but these two men are a joy to listen to. Thank you

[AJanae.]

He said something important to conversion early on which is, he stopped debating and started listening. That was key to my conversion as well! I stopped trying so hard to debate it and demonize the Catholic Church and I started praying, and listening… this was like whip lash, insta-convert!

[deborahbujnocki]

I am not a Catholic but listening to these men is such a great experience: learning much. Thank you.

[adamcraig]

Here goes Matt again, making it difficult to remain a Protestant!!! I liked this a lot. Great interview!

[johnossi]

Mr. Fradd is one of the best Christian interviewers out there because he askes the best and the fewest questions. Because the questions are so good he necessarily and optimally asks very few and lets the guest answer completely. Stellar.

[toddgruber]

I love how all the people from the St. Paul Center describe things in the Catholic faith. There is just so much depth and relatability to what they are saying. I think they are game changers in the world of Christianity. I can't imagine how someone who grew up Catholic, left the faith, then spends time listening to these folks doesn't want to RUN back to the faith. They are so powerful in the way they communicate it. I could go on and on...

[sarahburke]

So many nuggets of fascinating Biblical history, I wish I could take a class from Dr. Bergsma, and of course Dr. Hahn. What amazing riches there are at Steubenville <3

[zacharynelson]

Thank you Matt Fradd for always asking your guests about their personal devotions. It is incredibly helpful as a Catholic who does not have many other Catholic friends/mentors to seek advise from.

[MrDoyle]

I am truly happy Dr Bergsma suffered the agony of allowing his soul to be opened because I do connect very much with the reality of the wonder of the Catholic awakening. I was born into Catholic and somewhere along the way I took a turn out and away. When it became an issue in my eyes, the farcical nature of Baptists and SDAs especially, I suddenly felt a need from the center of my sould to find out where I belonged and it began to emerge from the drowning Prot murky swamp that I had a Catholic living in me that was fist fighting with my resistance to going back to "that church". Suddenly after much study, and some from Dr Bergsma here too, that there was truth in "That Church". I have never been more Christian than I am now with eyes, ears, soul and heart wide open. I Am A Catholic, and that is not just OK, it is GREAT! 🙏🏻 And I'm from Grand Rapids too so, there must be a great spirit making its way around here.

[lonelyberg]

Will you have Dr Brant Pitre one day ?

[johnsayre]

I've always appreciated how Matt doesn't simply cheerlead for the home team. He asks the hard questions. Catholic now, but I was fortunate to have been raised in a Bible-reading Protestant home, so it's nice to hear a fair treatment and not Protestant bashing. Much appreciated.

[bbnoblebright]

Dr. Bergsma is a great presenter of the faith—humorous and insightful.

[rodneyferris]

This is the most listenable 2hr conversation I've yet found. Dr Bergsma is such a great teacher! And he has a charism to teach!

[mikeoconnor]

What an excellent biblical overview of the priesthood! A topic often misunderstood by Catholics and Protestants alike.
Cheers to Dr John Bergsma and Pints!