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#12279 Can Animals Go to Heaven? Popes, Salvation, and Scripture - Jimmy Akin

11 Jul 2025

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“Can animals go to heaven?” This episode explores the intriguing question of animal salvation, alongside discussions on the material sufficiency of Scripture and the Church’s tracing of papal succession back to Peter. Tune in as we delve into these thought-provoking topics and more, providing clarity on faith, works, and biblical interpretations. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:45 – Why is the material sufficiency view of scripture not self-refuting? 15:37 – How does the Church trace the special status and succession of popes back to Peter? How is it pass on? 23:12 – I always taught my kids that animals don’t go to heaven, though I’ve heard you say that they possibly do. Can you explain your view? 37:21 – I’ve heard you say the Church has never claimed that faith and works lead unto salvation. If so, then what is James talking about? 46:52 – Today’s gospel says “Amen, I say to you, you will not finish the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes.” What does that mean if he is the Son of Man who is presently there? 52:08 – Was Cornelius justified prior to being baptized in Acts 10?

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