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NASB | Romans 1:20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made, so that they are without excuse. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Romans 1:20 For ever since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through His workmanship [all His creation, the wonderful things that He has made], so that they [who fail to believe and trust in Him] are without excuse and without defense. [Ps 19:1-4; Eph 2:10] |
Subject: What happens to people who never hear? |
Bible Note: Hi Ismaila, Another group of verses to take into account when considering this question are Romans 2.14-16. They may well indicate that in a limited number of cases some who have not heard of Christ will be acceptable to God because they have responded to His call in their hearts (although their acceptance will of course be on the basis of the cross). We must also remember that when Paul was writing many Jews among the dispersion would not have heard of Christ. To them therefore the Old testament teaching would still apply. There are unquestionably cases where missionaries have gone to certain peoples and have been approached by some who said, 'We know the God Whom you are talking about, and we have been waiting for you to come.' The ways of God are wonderful. If you want a good read and want to read an amazing story try to get hold of a copy of 'Mimosa', by Amy Carmichael. (Dohnavur Press). You will end up saying, 'My God, how great thou art'. Best wishes |