The Road to Emmaus

  Purgatory is one of the most difficult obstacles and most misunderstood doctrines for non-Catholics. Scott Hahn shares the biblical and historical evidence that led him to embrace this Catholic teaching.    Subscribe to The Road to Emmaus at  Apple Podcasts ,  Google Play ,  Stitcher , or wherever you listen to podcasts.

  We assume that to be lifted up is to be glorified. But when Jesus tells us he will be lifted up and will draw all people to himself, he’s referring to the Cross—this is the path to our salvation.    Subscribe to The Road to Emmaus at  Apple Podcasts ,  Google Play ,  Stitcher , or wherever you listen to podcasts.

  What does it mean for God’s love to be a consuming fire? In this episode, Scott Hahn shows the profound message behind the symbolism of the burning coal in Isaiah.    Subscribe to The Road to Emmaus at  Apple Podcasts ,  Google Play ,  Stitcher , or wherever you listen to podcasts.

  Why did Jesus have to die on the Cross? Not to take on our punishment, but in an act of total, life-giving love. Through his Passion, death, and Resurrection, Jesus allows us to know God as Father.   

  How did St. Paul go from having insurmountable objections to Christ to being one of Christianity’s most ardent defenders? In this episode, learn why St. Paul tells us we should believe that Jesus is Lord.    Subscribe to The Road to Emmaus at  Apple Podcasts ,  Google Play ,  Stitcher , or wherever you listen to podcasts.

  Why did Jesus have to suffer and die? God could have just forgiven our sins, but God wanted to give us more than just acquittal—he wanted to gives us his divine life. Scott Hahn reminds us that because we’re in God’s family, our life—including our suffering—has meaning.   Subscribe to The Road to Emmaus at  Apple Podcasts ,  Google Play ,  Stitcher , or wherever you listen to podcasts.

  What happens when we turn our backs on God? God respects our freedom, even our freedom to say no to his mercy. On this episode, Scott Hahn explains God’s wrath—but also his mercy.   Subscribe to The Road to Emmaus at  Apple Podcasts ,  Google Play ,  Stitcher , or wherever you listen to podcasts.