yeah, al_c I was getting a little hot-headed there and for that I apologize. I'm glad you sought God and searched the Scriptures on the issue of the body of Christ, and not solely relying on what I or anyone else says. It's a sign of maturity, something I still need work on, and I would encourage anyone to do the same when faced with these type questions.
I also seem to think we agree on this issue of the blood of Christ. We both agree that the grace is available to all. Of that I am in complete agreement. Christ died on the cross for all. He died while we were sinners. Everyone has the opportunity to recieve this free gift, but only those who choose to accept will reap the benefits of that gift. Where we disagree is on the issue of those who have not heard the message of Christ. I say that all have heard and have no excuse and that is where we differ. I apologize once again for the aggressive and snotty tone I took yesterday, and look forward to further discussions.
JM
I also seem to think we agree on this issue of the blood of Christ. We both agree that the grace is available to all. Of that I am in complete agreement. Christ died on the cross for all. He died while we were sinners.Agreed.
Everyone has the opportunity to recieve this free gift, but only those who choose to accept will reap the benefits of that gift.Where we disagree is on the issue of those who have not heard the message of Christ.
It is kind of a gray area. You have posted scripture that supports that. I have posted scriptue that supports everyone being coverd by His blood. Interesting. I'll study this further and I hope you'll do the same.
I say that all have heard and have no excuse and that is where we differ.
True, God does reveal His glory through the things of this remarkable creation we call earth. But I think that His mercy toward His creation (us) is beyond our understanding and I think when we get there, we'll be quite surprised to see who's in Heaven and who is not.
I apologize once again for the aggressive and snotty tone I took yesterday,
No worries.
and look forward to further discussions.
As do I. How else are we going to learn?
God bless.