A man was nearing the end of his life. He bragged about how he rejected God was never baptized and became an athiest. He got cancer and had a change of heart. You heard he met with a priest a few times before he died. What are his redemptive options upon his death? Explain.
So this man has several options. If he truly experienced a change in heart and wants to know God, he could get Baptized for a start. Also if he was closer to death Last Rites after this may be a good option, as Last Rites cleanses you of your sins. Upon his death, it really is not as complicated as some may think. The man, if he really felt God's presence, and he wanted to share in eternal happiness and unity with him them he wouldn't be condemned to Hell. He would most likely go to heavevn, though it is hard to say for sure. Before entering heaven, he would most likely have to go to Purgatory, to cleanse any remainder of sin, mostly from his life before God. Purgatory would make sure that he was all set for Heaven, and God demosnstrates his great love and justice in allowing people with smudges of sin to be purified.
I chose to do this analysis activity because I think this option conveys a more real life situation than most. This situation must occur somewhat regularly, so I think that learning about real life situations is better to understand. I collaborated with Topher on this, not a whole lot, but just discussing a few aspects of the question. I was able to explain the repercussions he faces, and what his conversion process would be like.
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