Jesus, according to most christians, paid the price for our sins so that we can be forgiven of our sins and not have to go to hell. Jesus preached about loving your fellow man, and loving god more than anything else. He promises heaven for all those who love him and believe in him, and even though there are differing views on what exactly is required (works, faith, baptism, gifts of the spirit, etc) all agree that Jesus had only two basic commands.
So why tell anyone that if they don't do what you say they'll go to hell? Isn't the above more than enough for someone to make a decision about becoming part of your faith? Isn't the promise of Heaven for those who love him and believe in him and follow his commands enough of an incentive for you to decide to follow him or not? If someone decides against following your religion, aren't they in effect saying that no, they don't want to serve your god? Isn't it between them and god when and if god chooses to call them?
2007-06-28
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