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Can someone who has never heard the Gospel be saved?
Can someone who has never heard the Gospel be saved: As Christians we are instructed to do one thing: “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). This “Great Commission” is the sole obligation of any Christian. For 2000 years the Christian church has done just this; introduced the message of Christ, what we call The Gospel, to an unbelieving world. However, many ask: what about those who never hear the gospel? According to Christianity, it is only through the gospel one can be saved. Therefore, someone who has never heard the gospel can only be saved by concluding…
How were people saved in the Old Testament?
How were people saved in the Old Testament: It was by the Laws that the Hebrew people were reminded of how unworthy they are of God’s Kingdom. However, by following the Priestly duties found within the Laws of Moses they could be forgiven of their sins. Like the moral laws, the laws governing priestly duties total in the hundreds. However, these laws are summarized in Leviticus 5:5-6: ” ‘When anyone is guilty in any of these ways, he must confess in what way he has sinned and, as a penalty for the sin he has committed, he must bring…
Do Christians have to go to Church?
Do Christians Have To Go To Church: This issue is a hot button issue within the Christian Community. The question is also difficult to answer. The reason for this difficulty is many have a misunderstanding of some of the key terms within the question. To answer this question, we must breakdown the question and clarify the key terms: Clarifying the question: Do Christians have to go to Church? “Christians” The word “Christians” in this question is assumed to mean: one who has salvation offered by Christ. Therefore, the question is asking: Do those who are saved have to go to Church? “have to” The words “have…
Is Christianity the only true religion?
… him are people saved, it does suggest that many (maybe most) will not go to heaven upon death. The use of the word “find” is what makes this passage revealing. It suggests people are not free to follow anyth of their choosing. They must find the path that leads to heaven. Someone asked [Jesus], “Lord, are only a few people going to be saved?” He said to them, ” Make every effort to enter through the narrow door, because many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able to. Luke 13:23-24 This passage reveals to us that simply a…
Prophecies of the Messiah in the book of Jeremiah:
… will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and His kingdom will have no end.” Luke 1:32-33 2. Messianic Prophecy: David’s son will be a savior: 2. Prophecy: “In His days Judah will be saved, And Israel will dwell securely; And this is His name by which He will be called, ‘The LORD our righteousness.’ Jeremiah 23:6 2. Fulfillment: She will bear a Son; and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21 3. Messianic Prophecy: The Messiah will be named ‘Our Righteousness’: 3. Prophecy: “In His days Judah will be…
Catechism: The Church is catholic
… mankind, called by God’s grace to salvation. CCC 837 Fully incorporated into the society of the Church are those who, possessing the Spirit of Christ, accept all the means of salvation given to the Church together with her entire organization, and who – by the bonds constituted by the profession of faith, the sacraments, ecclesiastical government, and communion – are joined in the visible structure of the Church of Christ, who rules her through the Supreme Pontiff and the bishops. Even though incorporated into the Church, one who does not however persevere in charity is not saved….
Messianic Prophecy: The Messiah will be mocked by a crowd:
… and elders, were mocking Him and saying, “He saved others; He cannot save Himself. He is the King of Israel; let Him now come down from the cross, and we will believe in Him. HE TRUSTS IN GOD; LET GOD RESCUE Him now, IF HE DELIGHTS IN HIM; for He said, ‘I am the Son of God.’” The robbers who had been crucified with Him were also insulting Him with the same words. Matthew 27:41-44 and they began to acclaim Him, “Hail, King of the Jews!” Mark 15:18 Those passing by were hurling abuse at Him, wagging their heads, and…
Catechism: Sacraments of initiation
… is, eight persons, were saved through water": The waters of the great flood you made a sign of the waters of Baptism, that make an end of sin and a new beginning of goodness. CCC 1220 If water springing up from the earth symbolizes life, the water of the sea is a symbol of death and so can represent the mystery of the cross. By this symbolism Baptism signifies communion with Christ’s death. CCC 1221 But above all, the crossing of the Red Sea, literally the liberation of Israel from the slavery of…
Catechism: Necessity of Baptism
… affirmed at the same time the necessity of the Church which men enter through Baptism as through a door. Hence they could not be saved who, knowing that the Catholic Church was founded as necessary by God through Christ, would refuse either to enter it or to remain in it. CCC 1257 The Lord himself affirms that Baptism is necessary for salvation. He also commands his disciples to proclaim the Gospel to all nations and to baptize them. Baptism is necessary for salvation for those to whom the Gospel has been proclaimed and who have had the…
Can a Christian lose their salvation?
Can a Christian Lose Their Salvation: This is point of vehement controversy within the Christian church. While many Protestants make the claim that salvation, once earned, can never be lost. Many Catholics make the claim that salvation is conditioned upon whether or not an individual still wishes to be saved. The primary reason for this conflict is a misunderstanding of what exactly “salvation” means. More specifically, when exactly salvation is obtained. Many Protestants mistakenly believe that salvation is finalized in this life. While the path to salvation begins in this life, and the assurance of salvation can be enjoyed…