The 'situational ethics' of Universalism

[jghorton]

Originally Posted by Finn_Jarber

It is dishonest of him to preach something while believing something totally different. If he believes in universalism, then he should be open about it and preach it openly. Why is he hiding it? He is a deceiver, and the congregation deserves to know about his true beliefs, so they can decide if they want to stay or leave.

You should bring this matter to the attention of the local church leaders.

Actually, he is not the church pastor, but, a teacher in an afternoon Bible study sponsored by the church.

Since the information was confidentially revealed, I believe that it is the responsibility of the individual (if he is honest and ethical, which I believe he is) ... to reveal his leanings to the church leadership. When I confronted him with this, he agreed to do so, and, in the meantime, to NOT press any part of his belief in the Universalism doctrine as part of his teaching. Since I am participating in the study and have opportunity to express/present other information, I am able to monitor what is going on.

For now, I believe the situation is under control, but, am watching carefully to see what comes next. We are still a long way from the 'Lake of Fire' and other non-Universalism Revelation teachings..but, I'm trying to look at this ethically, rather than doctrinally. (In the case of the latter, even the overall Great Tribulation is a 'stretch' ... without addressing the bigger picture of what is going on (... the final separation of the lost and the saved).. But, thus far, he is sticking to his agreement.

[Torpedos]

is this person paid my the church? are they a leader? are they looked up to? these things will keep a person wanting to stay in a church system. If the person believes in the salvation of all then he/she should just make it clear. It is like preachers who know that titheing is not for christians, they will not say so because $$$$ is power. Eventually this teacher will have to answer questions and others will challenge his belief. He is swimming in a shark tank with raw steak tied to his back. It is ethically correct to stand for what you believe.