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1 | Is Universalism Scriptural | Lev 16:34 | DocTrinsograce | 198766 | ||
Dear Nick, You say, "I am not interested in orthodox interpretations." (sic) That is already clear from your heterodox interpretations. However, you had originally asked, "How can one say that Scripture does not support all being reconciled to God?" (sic) (I'm always assuming -- clearly erroneously -- that people mean what they say and say what they mean.) Hence, you have been kindly proffered answers. Since you are not interested in what the godly Christian scholars, pastors, teachers -- gifted to the church by Christ (Ephesians 4:8-16) -- of the last twenty centuries, I must ask a question: Why in the world bother to ask anything? If you demean all those wise and learned men, do you really esteem so highly what folks like us, on a public Internet forum? Seems highly doubtful. Son, asking a question affecting to be someone seeking knowledge, while in truth having some other agenda, is problematic on two counts: First, it is less than honest. Pressing an argument in ways contrary to the character of our Lord will edify none of us. It serves, at best, to weaken your entire position. Second, it is contrary to the explicit wishes of our gracious host. You see, when you sign up to participate in the forum, you commit yourself to the Terms of Use set forth by Lockman. In Him, Doc |
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2 | Is Universalism Scriptural | Lev 16:34 | nicko715 | 198774 | ||
Doc, I must admit, you have me on that first one. I did ask the question and you did provide the answer. However, about "not interested in orthodox interpretations", what I mean is that there are plenty of "Biblical theologies" out there. If Martin Luther had cared only about the Catholic interpretation we wouldn't have Protestants. Calvin didn't care about the Armenianest traditions, etc. To go one step further, Jesus didn't really care about the traditions of the Pharisees which were the learned men in the Jewish tradition. So what I mean to say about "not interested" is that just because it has been taught that way for awhile doesn't mean it is right. Secondly, I am not trying to be argumentative with my question. I brought it up because in that string there was "discussion" over Armenianism and Calvinism, but both sides made it clear that Universalism wasn't scriptural. All three sides have scripture to support them (even if out of context) so why is Universalism dismissed so easily? Finally, I do not mean to upset anyone or stir up trouble (though to be honest, saying God will reconcile all often has that effect). Thank you for your response. I see from your profile that you attempt to help many with their questions and have done so with me as well. If I offended I apologize. Nick |
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3 | Is Universalism Scriptural | Lev 16:34 | DocTrinsograce | 198778 | ||
Dear Nick, Offending me is a matter of no consequence. Who we must honor is the Lord. Every road has two ditches. Be careful not to condemn something you've not studied, lest you find yourself in direct opposition to the work of the Holy Spirit. (Proverbs 18:3; Acts 5:39; Matthew 23:1-3) You asked, "Why is universalism dismissed so easily?" In a nutshell: It is rejected easily (by those who hold to sola Scriptura) because it is clear from Scripture that not everyone is saved. Let us allow this old thread to fade back into forum history. The majority of the participants have long since ceased to post. In Him, Doc |
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