"attainable to EVERYBODY who follows Christ as best as they know how". Did you leave something out of this phrase?
If not,what is the need for the baptism and other ordinances done by mormons for the dead? Is it not true that if one were not to take part in these ordinances while living they MUST accept them in the afterlife in order to enter the CK, or Heaven"?
It has been stated many times by apologists that this acceptance is a "choice" given to the dead, but the caveat "the spirit cannot enter the celestial kingdom unless they make the correct 'choice' and accept those ordinances" is not included in those statements.
As stryker would say, "Sheesh"
For this very reason, GreyFoxx, God’s provisions for the extension of these blessings to those who never had a chance at them is a clear expression of His love, mercy, and justice for all of His children.
This may seem like double talk, but it's quite simple and quite just to a loving God. If someone is a good person, and knows not Christ (as there have been millions before and after Christ that fall into this realm) and because Christ ministers to the spirits in the prison world, if they are good, they will recognize him and know him. His sheep hear his voice, and follow him. The ordinances of baptism for the dead carry that message to fruition. We believe that now through the end of the millennium (1000 years past the 2nd coming), the work will be done for all mankind.
Hope this helps