#12690 Aborted Babies Are Not Doomed to Hell – Scripture and Authority - Jimmy Akin

“Are aborted babies doomed to hell?” This question leads to a discussion on the Church’s teachings regarding the fate of aborted infants. Additionally, the conversation touches on whether the magisterium can override scripture and how to engage with a Protestant partner about differing interpretations of faith.

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Questions Covered:

• 04:38 – Does the Church teach that aborted babies are doomed to hell?
• 19:02 – Can the magisterium override scripture?
• 30:55 – What are your thoughts on when conversing with a protestant who adheres to sola scriptura about pointing out how they should accept one’s interpretation of scripture since they don’t accept any other authority?
• 42:13 – I’m protestant dating a Catholic. I found out that her understanding of Catholicism is lacking. How do I talk to her and correct her without sounding condescending?
• 50:00 – If we were meant for the afterlife, how come we all fight death?