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  • David - 2 years ago
    I am Amazed! The amount of conversation on this web site that focuses on hell and condemnation and what will happen if you don't believe is remarkably opposite of what attracted me to God. I am reminded of Romans 2:3+4

    especially 4 where it is the GOODNESS OF GOD that leads you to repentance which is a change of heart towards the

    one that did the good. I'm aware the Jesus taught about the consequences of unbelief but that was NOT all He talked

    or preached about. He taught of how God is a loving , forgiving, tender merciful, all knowing, graceful, and full of

    peace and life giving. He didn't dwell on the stuff of the enemy, when I've had the privilege of sharing Gods Word

    most of these lost already are in hell [figuratively speaking in their minds the darkness of unbelief] then you love

    them into the truth. 2 Corinthians 4:1-6 remember we plant and water in Love and God gives the increase also

    judge not for thou shalt be judged. I know some one now that BELIEVES if she makes a false move GOD WILL PUNISH

    HER and that's a lie, and she's born again! How can you reach out to others when your in a state of mental terror

    thinking any little error you'll be judged for that's torment not freedom in Christ. That's what others taught her

    is the way it is, somebodies got to be wrong and it isn't my Loving Father and that's the GOOD NEWS of FREEDOM

    BY JESUS CHRIST! First announcement of angels to Shepherds regarding His birth PEACE ON EARTH GOOD WILL

    TOWARDS MEN THIS IS GODS WILL. Last 1 Timothy 2:4 Who will have all men saved and to come to a knowledge

    of the truth. The word will is Thelema primary objective or desire! The enemies desire is the opposite he doesn't

    need help.
  • GiGi - In Reply - 2 years ago
    David,

    I hear you on this. Many unbelievers are in a state of despair because the Holy Spirit is convicting them of their sins. these people are in need of earing the gospel, having been readied to receive it. Other unbelievers are stubbornly arrogant, flaunting their sin defiantly before God and men. These people need to hear of the judgment of hell and the gospel. Believers should pray for discernment when addressing unbelievers in spiritual conversations to know how what to reveal to them.

    It is sad that some believers live in fear of falling into sin and then being hell-bound as a result. They have been taught incorrectly. Our call is to correct those wo are weak gently and speak words that will restore them to confidence in the finished work of Jesus on their behalf. Believers caught in the snares of ongoing sin need support and assistance in avoiding situations that cause them to sin, alternative spiritually healthy activities to replace that sinful activity, prayer, and guidance from a more mature believer.



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