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Faith Alone? What Kind of Faith Actually Saves You? | Catholic Response to Gavin Ortlund
Is Catholicism too ambiguous? Does the Catholic Church make salvation overly complicated with talk of mortal vs. venial sin, or perfect vs. imperfect contrition?
In this live episode of Always Toward the Light, John Henry responds to Protestant pastor and YouTuber Gavin Ortlund’s recent remarks on Catholic “ambiguity.” But instead of arguing, we go deeper—asking a central question that every Christian needs to consider:
What is faith? And what kind of faith actually saves us?
Using Scripture, logic, and personal insight, John Henry explores:
What Catholics really believe about sin, contrition, and salvation
Why the distinctions aren’t about confusion, but about mercy
What “faith alone” means—and what it leaves out
Why even the demons believe in Jesus, but are not saved
The difference between presumption and hope, belief and belonging
This conversation is not just for Catholics—it’s for anyone who wants to take faith seriously and understand the depth of what it means to trust and follow Christ.
Subscribe for honest Catholic reflections that seek clarity over controversy, and mercy over division.
Join the discussion in the comments: What does living faith look like in your daily life?
Don’t just wear the uniform. Show up to practice. Stay close to the light.
See Gavin Ortlund’s video here:
https://youtube.com/shorts/maljG9PeIis?si=mdx6dB71g1F4FBss
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