The Roman Catholic Church boastfully claims to be the one, true, apostolic Church established by Christ Himself—outside of which there is no ordinary possibility of salvation. This assertion is foundational to Rome’s self-identity, institutional authority, and sacramental theology. Catholics believe that through the unbroken succession of bishops from Peter to the present pope, Rome alone…
Biblical Christianity vs. Roman Catholicism – a Worldview Comparison
Roman Catholicism traces its historical development to the early centuries of the Christian Church, but its distinct identity as a religious system took form gradually over time. While Catholics claim the Apostle Peter as their first pope, the formal institution of the papacy, hierarchical priesthood, and sacramental system evolved significantly over centuries. Early Church councils…