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It is not a question of not considering Catholics as Christians. This would mean that Protestants would be judging Catholics and this would be contrary to what Jesus taught in not judging others. The vast majority of Protestants simply regard Catholics as another denomination of Christianity and, as Catholics are able to recite the Creed where the essential beliefs and foundations of Christianity are expounded, then they are regarded as true Christians, just like the other Protestant and Orthodox denominations. This is more lenient and inclusive, actually, than how Catholics officially regard Protestants, in that Catholics regard themselves as the one True Church and all others as false, and not worthy of being 'in communion' with it, which is very sad. The problem that some Protestants have regarding Catholics, is that they believe that Catholics have moved too far from the original Christian doctrine of the early church in that they have introduced practices and doctrines that are not Biblical, contrary to scripture and introduced by fallible humans rather than by Christ. These include the selling of indulgences in the middle ages, celibacy of the priesthood, an exclusively male clergy, praying to saints, veneration of relics, infallibility of the pope, purgatory, limbo, over-veneration of the Virgin Mary (even suggesting that she was a co-redemptrix with Christ), the idea of transubstantiation, and an over-use of liturgy. Nevertheless most Protestant Churches still regard Catholics as basically Christian as, despite the differences, the most important Christian issues are shared with other denominations, and the differences are not so fundamental (such as those between Jehovah's Witnesses or Mormons and true Christianity) so as to deem Catholicism a cult.
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What are some ways Catholics disagree with Christians?
Well Catholics are Christians. Some ways they disagree with Protestants are: 1.Catholics believe you get to heaven by baptism plus faith plus works. Protestants believe you get to heaven by faith alone. 2.Catholics believe Communion is really Jesus. Protestants believe Communion is just a memorial of Jesus. However there are some Protestants that believe Communion almost like the Catholics. Lutherans for example. 3.Catholics honor saints. Protestants do not. These are some differeces. If you want to know mor but this in the address box. www.godonthe.net/evidence/catholic.htm
What are some major groups theat make Christianity today?
Roman Catholics, Orthodox Christians and Protestants.
Are there more Christians or Catholics in the world?
There are more Catholics than Protestants. 18% of the world is Catholic. 9% of the World is Protestant. If you split them up- the number of Catholics VASTLY outnumbers the protestants.
What are the two religious groups in Ireland that are at war with each orther?
The Protestants and the Catholics have fought for many years in Ireland but it was for political reasons rather than religious ones. The Protestants wanted the head of the Church of England to rule which is the King or Queen of England. There isn't any fighting now.
Do Protestants consider themselves to be better than Catholics?
Well that would depend on who you ask. Some Protestants would consider themselves to be better than Catholics but other Protestants would not. That said, most Protestant churches do believe that their doctrines are better than the doctrines of the Catholic Church. In other words, some Protestants believe that their doctrine is true but the Catholic Church's same doctrine on said topic is false incorrect in a not totally false way so in one sense, some Protestant churches do believe that they are better than Catholic churches but when it comes to individual Protestants versus individual Catholics, it varies from person to person.
You think that protestantism should not be classified as Christian because if they belief some different things than Christians do they should come up with their total own religion?
Protestants are Christian. They believe in Christ the same as Catholics do. Protestants may have some different beliefs but they believe that Jesus is the saviour of the world and that he died and rose from the dead. Christians are people who believe in Christ, therefore Protestants are Christian.
What type of Christians are hated amongst other Christians?
Some Protestants hate Catholics. Notable such Protestants are the KKK and Jack Chick. Mormonism is not very popular among other more mainstream denominations of Christianity. Gay people, Christian or not, could very likely be hated by Christians, but it varies from person to person whether homosexuality is considered immoral.
What do catholics believe that christians don't?
Christians is a very broad term encompassing many religions, which include Catholics, yes, they are Christians too. So whatever Catholics don't do, it's reasonable to assume that some variety of Christian would do it.
What are Germany's popular religions?
Catholics and Protestants (especially Lutherans) with some Muslims in the cities .
What are the names of some religious wars?
30 years war between protestants and catholics
What are the different types of christans?
Some common types of Christians include Catholics, Protestants (which includes denominations like Baptists, Lutherans, Methodists, etc.), Eastern Orthodox Christians, and Anglicans. Within these categories, there are also different branches and sects that have their own beliefs and practices.
Do only Catholics fast during Lent?
Catholics fast for Lent and so do Greek Orthodox. Some Protestants do to but that seems to be an individual choice.
