Posted by SLS on May 13, 2008, at 10:16:12
In reply to Re: Sin » SLS, posted by Forerunner on May 13, 2008, at 9:13:57
> > > We have a strange illusion that mere time cancels sin. I have heard others and have heard myself, recounting cruelties and falsehoods committed in boyhood as if they were no concern of the present speaker's, and even with laughter. But mere time does nothing either to the fact or to the guilt of sin. The guilt is not washed out by time but by repentence and the blood of Jesus Christ.
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> > Can you explain to me why one is saved through an act of Jesus 2100 years ago, but must also repent before the power of Jesus can be actualized? And what of those people of the world who have never heard of this man and the need to repent? Are they to be sentenced to perdition for not knowing that there was ever declared to have been a christ?
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> > - Scott
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> The Bible says we are judged according to what we know. Do i believe a person who has never heard of Jesus and dies goes to hell? No. God is just, and will judge according to what and how much a person knows. 'To him who much is given, much will be expected'.
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> -4'r
That makes a difference.This is the point at which I become frustrated by my ignorance. I would really like to see a citation in the Bible. I'll see what I can find online. Your quote is far from being specific as it relates to salvation. It would be nice to see it in context.
- Scott
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