What It Takes To Be Catholic

Catholics literally mean "universal." Therefore, the Catholic Church is present around the entire world. Why is the Catholic Church so popular? Centuries upon centuries, the Catholic Church has led nations, governments, and entire continents. Granted, there have been some slip ups, and some poor judgement throughout the history of the Church. However, there has never been an issue with the doctrines of the Church nor has anyone ever been able to shake its sturdy foundations rooted in 1st century Palestine.

Many religions have ways of questioning whether or not Catholicism is the true answer of holiness. Many heresies have been brought up to disregard and to tempt others to fall from the path of the righteous. Overal, the faith was started by a carpenter, who dared to call himself the Son of God. However, if one believes in the fact that the Bible holds truths written inspired by the Holy Spirit, then it is clear that the truths and validity of Catholicism cannot be doubted. Consequently, as a fervent Catholic myself, I believe that there is no other "correct" option besides Catholicism.

To be a true Catholic, one most openly reject Satan as the temptress of darkness, and accept Jesus Christ as our savior and redeemer. Also, one must be prepared to spread the Good News to all the ends of the Earth, just as Jesus asked the Apostles to do 2,000 years ago. Also, one must choose to follow the guidelines of fasting, chastity, and alms giving. All 7 of the Sacraments are to be looked upon as efficacious signs of grace by which we can partake in the Mystical Body of Christ. Lastly, we must be willing to have a true relationship with God, which we work on without doubt and question. The feelings that are generated by Catholicism cannot be paralleled, and I suggest that anyone who the option to join in the faith take full advantage of the opportunity.
-Timmy Mashinski