[Campion]

That is actually a cogent objection, GC. You can probably see a parallel to a similar objection to Calvinism.

I would respond:

1. A true atheist doesn't seek God with a sincere heart, so that's not who the passage is addressing
2. We can't guarantee anyone's salvation except for Catholics who die in the state of grace. A hope or possibility isn't a guarantee.
3. The point is moot anyway in view of the great commission. We've been given our orders.

[Gamecock]

*We’ve been given our orders.*

And yet the RCC discourages those orders.
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**You can probably see a parallel to a similar objection to Calvinism.**

Not at all. Calvinism doesn’t teach universalism. We are commanded to go spread the good news. We don’t know who is elect and who isn’t. We do what we are told, which is GO. God takes care of the rest.