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Originally Posted by Medusa99
This is one of the problems I have too. Is the Dalai Lama not going to heaven because he's not a Christian? What about Ghandi? Anne Frank? Chief Joseph? This is one of the main reasons I've been turned off of organized Christianity. I can't understand how good people who have done good things couldn't go to "heaven".
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Some Christians would indeed condemn these people on the basis that they havne't accepted Jesus Christ and been born again; however, I think that God in his infinite wisdom will judge these with loving wisdom that we cannot comprehend. Many people haven't heard the gospel preached can't make a decision to accept or reject Christ, so will they go to heaven or hell when they die. The correct answer I believe: "Only God knows"
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Originally Posted by JustDisGuy
I've seen the power of prayer in action. I've felt the Holy Spirit wash over me. I've seen the Truth of our Creation, and thus I am Christian. For those of you who choose to be offended by that last statement, you should realize that my belief does not manifest itself in a sense of superiority or rightousness when confronted by someone of a different belief system.
Thoughtful debate is why I come here - thanks for a good topic Livia Regina.
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I think JustDisGuy expresses my sentiments exactly. Christians talk about "witness of the spirit" that confirms to each individual they are "saved" It is this feeling of coming into God's presence, though not a constant feeling, that convinces me of His reality. I too have seen the power of prayer in action and think that this power is greatly neglected among Christians.
Lastly, the Bible says in at least one place (and I wish I could remember the verse but don't offhand) that the non-christian can't understand or comprehend God's word and it is foolishness to them.