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if jesus christ is the only way as the bible says. What is the fate of millions of people born into other religions as it seems thatmost peoples beliefs are as a result of the fact that they were born into a particular faith and thier parents thought them to follow that faith?
I just wanted to say "WOW" to all the postings to this particular question. I have read a lot of emotional reactions, defensive responses, and the such. I am just sorry that we can't share our ideas, beliefs, and thoughts without getting attacked, put down, corrected, or analysed.
To the original question.
I believe that everyone will be given the chance to believe in Jesus. It can come to them in so many different ways. It is imprinted on the heart of man, because he created us in His image. So, we all know somewhere inside. It just comes down to what we choose.
I also wanted to comment on what I have read several times about christians stating that by not believing you are condemned and will go to hell.
First of all, that is not what Jesus would say. He would tell you how much He loves you and wants you to have a relationship with Him and to put your trust in Him.
As a "christian" which means to be Christ like, we are to tell others who we were, how we met Jesus and what He has done in our life, and who we are today. Then we do life together and our walk in life is our testimony. If we are not christ like, then we send the wrong messages.
I am so grieved to read the responses of those who have obviously been turned off in one form or another. Many people claim to be christians, when in fact they don't have a clue what it means to be Christ like.
My prayer and hope is that those who don't know the Truth of God, will allow their hearts to soften and that someone will come into their life and be a shining light of what it truly means to be Christ like.
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I want to add that Christianity is not a religion, it is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. So, I believe that those that end up giving it a bad wrap, are the ones who haven't discovered this yet.
if jesus christ is the only way as the bible says. What is the fate of millions of people born into other religions as it seems thatmost peoples beliefs are as a result of the fact that they were born into a particular faith and thier parents thought them to follow that faith?
Their fate is largely our responsibility as Christians. I believe that there is an inert need in every human being to worship God. We who know the truth have a tremendous responsibility to share the Gospel. Romans 10:13..."For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. Then, look at the three questions that follow, and the only logical answers to those questions. (1) vs. 14...How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? (2) And how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? (3) And how shall they hear without a preacher?
Then the final logical question is in Vs. 15 AND HOW SHALL THEY PREACH, EXCEPT THEY BE SENT?
That's where you and me come in! It is not currently practical for me to "take" the Gospel to those needing it, but it is absolutely practical and necessary that I give of my money so that others can go to take God's Word. I hope this helps you. God bless you
I believe that there is an inert need in every human being to worship God.
I'm assuming you meant to use the word "innate". Either way I don't believe that to be true. There are millions if not billions of people who are enjoying their lives who have no need to worship God.
I believe also that God gives us the opportunity to learn about the gift of salvation. It is also the responsibility of other Christians to teach about Jesus and the gift of salvation. Although it is hard to fathom how millions of people could be wrong about Jesus because thier cultures or parents do not teach them about Jesus, there are millions of us in the US where a Christian church is on every corner and we all do not follow Christ with that kind of opportunity! Many missionaries are sent out every single day to reach countries where they may not have learned about God, the Bible and Jesus, believe me other Christians DO NOT forget about these people!
Being a good person does not get you into heaven but you have to believe in god, pray for forgiveness and do God's work. A lot of people think that "being good" will get you in heaven. This is just what people want to believe and think they can take the easy way out. This is false!
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