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Is Universalism a threat to Christianity? Christian Universalism states that Jesus/God accomplished the goal of saving all humans from their sin. IOW all people (in the universe) are reconciled with their creator regardless of belief. So God says you are saved so you have no choice but to be saved (simplified version). Isn't that a good thing?
Is Universalism a threat to Christianity? Christian Universalism states that Jesus/God accomplished the goal of saving all humans from their sin. IOW all people (in the universe) are reconciled with their creator regardless of belief. So God says you are saved so you have no choice but to be saved (simplified version). Isn't that a good thing?
Is Universalism a threat to Christianity? Christian Universalism states that Jesus/God accomplished the goal of saving all humans from their sin. IOW all people (in the universe) are reconciled with their creator regardless of belief. So God says you are saved so you have no choice but to be saved (simplified version). Isn't that a good thing?
Whether it's good or bad is irrelevant. What matters is if it's true.
Also, if it isn't true, it will be very, very bad because there will be a lot of people who are very surprised and disappointed when they get to Heaven and Jesus says, 'Depart from me, I never knew you...'
I do not believe it is true for the simple fact that there is no Scriptural evidence for such a doctrine. That being said, this issue will be descended upon by the swarm of UR fanatics that infest this forum.
Whether it's good or bad is irrelevant. What matters is if it's true.
Also, if it isn't true, it will be very, very bad because there will be a lot of people who are very surprised and disappointed when they get to Heaven and Jesus says, 'Depart from me, I never knew you...'
I do not believe it is true for the simple fact that there is no Scriptural evidence for such a doctrine. That being said, this issue will be descended upon by the swarm of UR fanatics that infest this forum.
Prepare yourself, they are coming...
JJ... No scriptural evidence? Seriously?? (My kids say I use that term too much but in this case it is necessary!)
Scripture says that he will save all men (I assume that includes women & children). Does it not?
Scripture says God does what he says he will do. Does it not?
But what was/is God's plan... that all men come to him. Do they or don't they?
Whatever the plan is - it is not up for debate. Our theories won't change anything.
I believe the Bible is clear in that even though God sent Christ to pay for all sins, He allows people to refuse that payment. He has a purpose for those on both sides of the ledger.
Is Universalism a threat to Christianity? Christian Universalism states that Jesus/God accomplished the goal of saving all humans from their sin. IOW all people (in the universe) are reconciled with their creator regardless of belief. So God says you are saved so you have no choice but to be saved (simplified version). Isn't that a good thing?
No, Kat . . . but it IS a threat to organized religion that bases its existence of the need to believe what they teach ABOUT Jesus and God . . . to ACCEPT the salvation Christ accomplished for us all. It is a preposterous claim that completely denies that Christ is our Savior . . . and tries to make our Savior what WE ACCEPT. It is the "sales pirch" for membership. Let's be realistic . . . what role is there for membership in a religion if we are already saved by Christ?
Of course the real answer is fellowship and the sharing of the agape love of Christ . . . where three or more are gathered in His name. But that is not seen as adequate . . . so the "stick" of Hell is thrown into the mix in addition to requiring ACCEPTANCE of their beliefs ABOUT Christ. It is typical human perversity . . . the result of human vanity and hubris..
JJ... No scriptural evidence? Seriously?? (My kids say I use that term too much but in this case it is necessary!)
Scripture says that he will save all men (I assume that includes women & children). Does it not?
Scripture says God does what he says he will do. Does it not?
Do I have to post the scripture?
God will save all who choose Him. John 3:16 in action.
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