The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

Were things perfect in creation before the Fall? Why didn’t God allow Adam and Eve to eat from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil? Drawing on the work of St. Irenaeus, Cale presents how the early Church viewed Genesis 3 and how what happens is really our story. Also discussed: The Serpent The two trees in the Garden of Eden The poetic language of the text  

Cale looks at Genesis 3:1-12 and discusses the concept of sin, the deception of the serpent, and the salvation God provides. Book: “In the Beginning… A Catholic Understanding of the Story of Creation and the Fall” by Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI):  https://www.amazon.com/Beginning-Catholic-Understanding-Ressourcement-Retrieval/dp/0802841066

Is work a punishment for sin? Cale explains why this is not the case, and the sanctity that can come from work – any type of work. What does a priest do? And what is the significance of the priestly garments in the Old Testament? There are some amazing connections between the structure of the Temple in Jerusalem and Jesus’s death on the cross.

What was it like to be human before sin entered the world? Drawing on St. John Paul II’s insights in the “Theology of the Body”, Cale discusses the relationship between Adam and Eve ‘in the beginning’. Topics include: original solitude original unity original nakedness the meaning of life love      

What is the tree of life referred to in Genesis 2? What’s the connection to wisdom? Cale addresses these questions, as well as the importance of Adam having a wife.  

Is evolution compatible with the Catholic faith? If it is, what does it mean theologically? Cale looks at the creation of human beings in Genesis 2 and addresses these questions. Other topics: The difference between macroevolution and microevolution The Hebrew word for ‘dust’ Why did Jesus keep His wounds after the resurrection? The geographical location of Eden  

How can you enter into God’s rest? What does resting in God really mean? Cale looks at Genesis 2:1-25 and answers these questions plus more!

God had a plan when he created the world – and He has a plan for you, too. Cale explains how creation is a cosmic temple and what this reveals about God. Other topics: Hebrew names for God The nature of God as a Trinity All of creation is good If you have a question for Cale, you can email faith@relevantradio.com.

What does it mean that the earth was formless and void? What does Genesis 1 tell us about God? Are you living a life of order? Cale looks at Genesis 1:1 – 2:3 and addresses these questions, plus: God being separate from creation Parallels between Genesis 1 and John 1 Two important things to know about human beings made in the image and likeness of God The Sabbath If you have a question for C...

What type of literature is the Book of Genesis? How should we read this ancient text? What is its relationship with modern science? Cale addresses these questions and more in this inaugural episode of the new series on the Book of Genesis.

What is the Bible, anyway? How should we understand it? In answering these fundamental questions, it will allow us to better read and understand the Scriptures.

The final episode on the series on the Book of Revelation. Cale summarizes the message of Revelation, and also discusses: Thirsting for God and God thirsting for us Maranatha – Come, Lord Jesus! Not falling in with the crowd

How did we arrive at our current understanding of Heaven? Cale references Peter Kreeft’s book Heaven, the Heart’s Deepest Longing  and unpacks what we know about Heaven from Sacred Scripture and philosophy. Topics include: Faith, hope, and love Greek and Jewish conceptions of heaven Goodness and truth Cale also discusses St. John’s warning to not add to the words of the prophecy...

Cale looks at Revelation 22:17, exploring the nature of the Church as the Bride of Christ, the best man St. John the Baptist, the waters of baptism, and four commands that you need to know!

Where are you going? In Acts 16:31 it says, “Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved.” What does this really mean? Cale unpacks these questions and more in this episode of The Faith Explained . If you have a question for Cale, you can email faith@relevantradio.com

The popular New Testament scholar Bart Ehrman has written that Hell does not really exist, that when we die we will simply cease to exist. Cale looks at Revelation 22:14-15 and shows why this is NOT the case and, though uncomfortable, Hell really does exist. Scripture passages cited: Isaiah 66:22-24 Daniel 12:1-3 Job 19:25-26 Matthew 25:41-46 Mark 9:42-48 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10 Jude verses 5-7 Rev...

Are you ready for the Final Judgment? Cale breaks down Revelation 22:12-15 and shares how we can be ready to meet Jesus the Judge.

Was idolatry more of a problem for the ancients than us today? Cale breaks down Revelation 22:8-11 and discusses the importance of right worship.

If Jesus were to write a letter to you, what would He say? Is it well with your soul? How do we make Jesus Lord of all? Cale continues to unpack the Book of Revelation and connect it to your daily life. If you have a question for Cale, you can email faith@relevantradio.com

What does it mean that God’s name will be on our foreheads? How do we know that everything in Revelation will come to pass? How can we trust the message given to St. John? Cale breaks down Revelation 22:4-7.  

What is the best thing about the new heaven and the new earth? What is the mysterious tree of life that is on both sides of the river? Cale breaks down Revelation 22:1-5 in light of Ezekiel 47 and the Gospel of John to help us better understand the glory that awaits us in heaven: seeing God face to face. If you have a question for Cale you can email faith@relevantradio.com  

What will heaven be like? Who will be there? Cale breaks down Revelation 21:9-27 and explains how heaven is not just something in the future but starts now in this life. Topics include, Unity Peace Saints Faith

Who gets to drink of the water of life? How can we overcome the battles we face? In Revelation 21:5 the Lord says, “Behold, I make all things new”. Cale discusses these questions and also shares an inspiring story of man in Africa who came to faith in Christ right before being martyred.

Revelation 21:1 – 8. Why does a good God allow suffering on earth? What is the life of heaven? In Revelation 21:4 we read, “ he will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning nor crying nor pain any more, for the former things have passed away”. Cale discusses the new heaven and new earth on this episode of TFE. If you have...

Cale breaks down Revelation 20:11-15 and discusses the general judgment (which is different from the particular judgment). Why are there two judgments? Is there a double resurrection?