It is God’s grace that gives us faith. But we have the freewill to accept or reject that grace. That is Catholic teaching. And her quote of choosing should be put in that context. God desires us to know and love Him with all our hearts. And to accept Jesus as Lord and Savior. But He does not force anyone.
I feel sorry for those who say no to God’s grace. What a wonderful gift they spurn.
Why then would a loving God give us free will?
I feel sorry for those who say no to God’s grace. What a wonderful gift they spurn.
Does God feel sorry for them? Or does he exercise his free will and throw them into hell?
If God gives us faith, how can we but not accept it? Faith is simply that, faith. God doesn't come to us and ask us if we want faith. This seems like simple logic to me.
This is Protestant teaching. Well, at least it was at one time.