Books That Were Left Out of the New Testament

Published 2019-11-04
The New Testament didn't come from nowhere, but was the result of years of prayer and decisions. How did the Church Fathers choose what to include, and what didn't make the cut?

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All Comments (21)
  • I am protestant, but come here for the Roman Catholic view. Very well presented, and great information!
  • I’m not a catholic but I’ve watched so many of these videos, this guy is a great speaker and explains things very well, very interesting content.
  • "Christians also didn't literally dictate the word of God from heaven or find it in the ground somewhere" Angry Mormon noises
  • @jgil1966
    I read the Apostolic Fathers this summer and they helped to push me unto converting to Roman Catholicism!
  • @krdiaz8026
    I once pointed this out to a former seminarian now Baptist as proof that the Church existed before the Bible, hence we can't be "Bible only" Christians, and he ignored me.
  • @mageeswifts9619
    Seriously the best Christian channel on the faith. I'm not even Catholic, yet. But such great information and sharing.
  • @shravansir1458
    Such a mighty man of God.. our church needs priests like you Father..
  • @JCATG
    I am a Reformed Christian but I must say, I admire your work here and the way you present the Christian faith as a proponent of Catholicism. I personally study and hold in high esteem the works of the great Franciscan Friar and philosopher, Duns Scotus, and I know that there is much wisdom to be gained by hearing out your side. Thank you so much for your service to people and know that we are praying for you and standing with you in speaking for Christ and His gospel. God bless, man!
  • @heathsavage4852
    Brilliant. I have lately been subjected to conspiracy nonsense by non-believers of "New Age" leanings, and this has been very reaffirming. Thank-you.
  • @dcsmall1
    I was just talking with a friend last night about the books left out of the Bible and wanted to look into it, and then this video appeared! Thanks for making it.
  • @k9builder
    I remember discussing some of these works in my Survey of the New Testament class. I had read some of these works prior to having taken that class, but there were those in the class who called themselves "pastors" who were thoroughly unaware that these works even existed. Indeed, there are works mentioned in the Bible itself that we do not seem to have copies of to read for ourselves. It is my hope that a few of them might resurface so to see what these works contained.
  • @VelvetCondoms
    In the sci fi world, we have a concept of of noncanon spinoff media. We know it's not canon and does not match the intent of the creator, but we acknowledge their existence and admit that they can have value as thought pieces.
  • @Dah_J
    I am a Protestant and I honestly had no problems with anything you said. The only concern is when someone that does not have the Holy Spirit living in them reads the texts that are not entirely true, they have no way of knowing what is true and false. I could see this causing a lot of trouble
  • @sideless6706
    Didache should be required reading for any Catholic also its reasoning for being left out makes a ton of sense as it was essentially an instruction manual. It will also give you extra ground to stand on if you ever get into a debate where someone challenges the sacraments of Baptism and Communion. As it is believed to have been in circulation while many of the Apostles were still alive.
  • @ChrisBrackman
    good video! I appreciate you discussing some specific examples at the end
  • @PipesPlayer1980
    Thank you Fr. Casey. This has been a question on my Dad's mind for many years. Now I can point him to your video for the correct answer. God bless you ALWAYS!
  • @juliebusch6839
    What a wonderful history lesson! I think each person can take from it what he/she wants without being judgemental. So many great historical facts to serve as food for thought. Thank you!
  • @denieceseow1115
    Dear Fr Casey ! This is precious information! Thank you. God bless you ! 😇😇