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Here are some Scripture verses that support this Catholic teaching. It's important to remember that not all Catholic teachings can be found explicitly in the Bible. The Catholic Church came before the Bible, not the other way around. We know teachings that are not explicitly found in the Bible are true because Jesus promised us that His Teachings would be passed down from generation to generation. (Luke 10:16)
On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, 11 as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers of many.
Never get tired of staying awake to pray for all God's holy people, and pray for me to be given an opportunity to open my mouth and fearlessly make known the mystery of the Gospel.
I pray that your partnership with us in the faith may be effective in deepening your understanding of every good thing we share for the sake of Christ.
The angels in Heaven are always before the face of God.
We venerate angels because of their great dignity, which comes from their union with God. Saints are also in united with God. Veneration or honor is not worship.
Catholics worship [God|Jesus] alone.
You become imitators of us and of the Lord to all believers.
We believe we are called to "become imitators . . . of the Lord".
This is what Saints are for Catholics and all mankind: Examples of holiness to live by.
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Mike
Alan replied:
Hi Mike,
Thanks a lot, this information will help me answer the questions posed to me.
Thanks,
Alan
John replied:
Hi Mike,
Under your Scripture passages for the Veneration of Saints, I wouldn't be too hasty to use
Old Testament Scriptures in which they appear to worship angels.
First off, in the Old Testament a specific reference to the Angel of the Lord is
a reference to a pre-incarnate Christ. Any good Protestant familiar with the Bible will
tear you shreds.