Hi PJI belive my opinion remains within the bounds of the Catholic faith, but if I in this post (or any other) contradict the teaching of the Church, then I am in error, and I will submit to the correction of my brethren.
This brings to mind the story of the rich man and the apostles question 'who then can be saved' ?
'With man it is impossible, but for God all things are possible'
So then I will dare to believe all things, hope all things and trust in the mercy of Jesus.
We are indeed all born dead. But even while we were dead, our Lord died for us. HE has redeemed the entire world,
And all judgement is HIS.
Thus regardless of my opinion, or anyone elses, I will accept HIS judgements.... For who can argue with them?
Peace be with you!
I don't know where you're learning your catholic teachings.
The CC teaches that we are born lost and, due to Mr. Augustine, which we can get into if you wish, the church used to believe that we were all born RESPONSIBLE for Adam's sin as much as he was. The church is trying to get away from this idea...but I doubt it will be able to.
In any case, we are born lost and receive the Holy Spirit at baptism.
The CCC says that we become saved at baptism.
If you check with your local priest, he'll advise you that this is true...
but at some point in a person life this Holy Spirit must be confirmed and accepted in order for a person to be born again.
The CC does believe in being born again...
Ephesians 2:8-9
You won't find the above in the CCC.
Please check with a priest that you trust.