

The Catholic Defender: Jesus in the Book of Ezra
While Jesus Christ is not mentioned by name in the Book of Ezra—as it was written over 400 years before His birth— the book is a vital framework that foreshadows Jesus ministry, prepares for His arrival, and typifies His role as Savior The connections between Jesus and the Book of Ezra unfold across several major themes: 1. Historical Preparation for Christ The central narrative of Ezra details the return of the Jewish remnants from Babylonian captivity to rebuild the Temple


The Catholic Defender: Saint Peter Julian Eymard “a little like Jacob, always on a journey,”
Deepertruth with special permission and aid with Franciscan Media, a great team for the Lord https://deepertruthdon.podbean.com/e/deeepertruth-stand-in-the-gap-with-us-and-saint-peter-julian-eymard/ Born in La Mure d’Isère in southeastern France, Peter Julian’s faith journey drew him from being a priest in the Diocese of Grenoble in 1834, to joining the Marists in 1839, to founding the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament in 1856. One day, young Peter Julian Eymard just five


The Catholic Defender: Jesus found in the Book of 2 Chronicles
Jesus is not mentioned by name in the Book of 2 Chronicles because it is an Old Testament history text written long before he was born. However, Christian readers see Jesus in 2 Chronicles through the Davidic king line, the Temple, and sacrificial offerings The Line of David and Eternal Kingship The book traces the royal family line promised to King David. Earthly kings in Chronicles fail or fall into sin. These flawed rulers point forward to Jesus as the perfect, eternal Kin


The Catholic Defender: John Benko has his version between us, but I have a totally different view
Donald Hartley is a well-known Catholic apologist, writer, and online personality who serves as a core host and contributor for Deeper Truth Radio, a popular online platform dedicated to Catholic defending, teaching, and evangelization. Often writing and broadcasting under the moniker "The Catholic Defender," Hartley uses his platforms to discuss scripture, church history, theology, and Marian devotion. The Catholic Defender: Hartley leverages his deep knowledge of Scripture





























