Are Catholics Sinning by Calling Priests "Father"?

📌 Should Catholics Stop Calling Priests ‘Father’? | Do Catholics Disobey Jesus? In Matthew 23:9, Jesus says, “Call no man your father on earth.” So, are Catholics disobeying Him by calling priests “Father”? In this video, we take a deep dive into the biblical, historical, and theological context of this passage. You'll see how Scripture, Church tradition, and the words of Jesus Himself clarify this commonly misunderstood teaching. We’ll cover: The real meaning of Matthew 23 Why titles like “Father” and “Teacher” aren't forbidden Paul’s spiritual fatherhood (1 Corinthians 4:15) Jesus calling Abraham “Father” (Luke 16:24) The early Church’s use of the title A quote from St. Jerome affirming the practice And more! 📖 Let’s set the record straight with Scripture and Church teaching. 🙏 Join the discussion on Discord:   / discord   🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more solid Catholic answers! #CatholicApologetics #CallNoManFather #Matthew23 #Priests #SpiritualFatherhood #BibleTruth #TheCatholicDefender