EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 1H 4M
“Are they really Christian?” - Same Jesus, Different Gospel | 12
from Jesus Centered Living Podcast · host Keith Minier, Jeremy Piehler
What’s the real difference between Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant Christianity—and do those differences actually change the gospel? With nearly 3 billion people identifying as followers of Jesus, this episode explores the biggest theological divides between Christian traditions, including authority in the Church, salvation, grace, scripture, tradition, and direct access to God through Christ.We break down key questions like:0:00 - Intro2:30 - Why generations are returning to faith and tradition5:50 - Protestantism vs. Catholicism vs. Eastern Orthodoxy10:05 - Who has the final authority: Scripture or Tradition?18:20 - Understanding the Plan of Salvation across traditions27:00 - The role of the "Middleman" and the Priesthood of believers37:15 - Distinguishing Christianity from Mormonism and Jehovah's Witnesses48:45 - The core of the Trinity and the person of Jesus1:04:00 - Closing: How to take your next step with Jesus Whether you’re curious about Christian denominations, church history, theology, or the core message of Christianity, this episode offers a thoughtful and challenging conversation about truth, faith, and the gospel of Jesus Christ.LISTEN ON APPLE AND SPOTIFYSpotify: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/aYSupggVqYbApple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-centered-living-podcast/id1854138222?i=1000766432226
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What’s the real difference between Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant Christianity—and do those differences actually change the gospel? With nearly 3 billion people identifying as followers of Jesus, this episode explores the biggest theological divides between Christian traditions, including authority in the Church, salvation, grace, scripture, tradition, and direct access to God through Christ.We break down key questions like:0:00 - Intro2:30 - Why generations are returning to faith and tradition5:50 - Protestantism vs. Catholicism vs. Eastern Orthodoxy10:05 - Who has the final authority: Scripture or Tradition?18:20 - Understanding the Plan of Salvation across traditions27:00 - The role of the "Middleman" and the Priesthood of believers37:15 - Distinguishing Christianity from Mormonism and Jehovah's Witnesses48:45 - The core of the Trinity and the person of Jesus1:04:00 - Closing: How to take your next step with Jesus Whether you’re curious about Christian denominations, church history, theology, or the core message of Christianity, this episode offers a thoughtful and challenging conversation about truth, faith, and the gospel of Jesus Christ.LISTEN ON APPLE AND SPOTIFYSpotify: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/aYSupggVqYbApple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-centered-living-podcast/id1854138222?i=1000766432226
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