Hypothetical question...everyone feel free to chime in on this....?

Question

Okay, this is going to be a 3-part question but if you follow it you'll see where it's heading. I'll ask the 2nd part tomorrow and the 3rd on Saturday.

The only thing you know about me is that I am a Pagan.....

Upon meeting me face to face would you, according to your beliefs and religion, really tell me that I'm going to 'you know where' and the reason why I am headed in that general direction?

Go ahead and speak your mind, I do not get offended very easily.

Blessed be!

Oh my, such wonderful answers, I would like to go ahead and say thank you to all who are taking the time to answer this question honestly and respectfully. Brightest blessings!

Answer 1

No, I wouldn't.

I'm a Christian, but I wouldn't do it for 3 good reasons.

1. It's not my place to say who goes where and who doesn't.

2. It wouldn't be loving. "Love believes all things, hopes all things" says 1 Corinthians 13:7. I would hope and believe someday that you would embrace my religion, but it would be entirely up to you. Love doesn't force others to do something they don't want.

3. My religion does not teach a place of fiery torment. Rather, it teaches that those who have died are unconcious, like in a deep sleep with no dreams (Ecclesiastes 9:5; John 11:11-14)

Answer 2

FAQ: Is Swedenborg a Universalist?


Swedenborg speaks of universal principles of religion from a Christian standpoint but the term "Universalist" has come to refer to a set of beliefs that are distinctly not part of Swedenborg's doctrine/theology. Some of the universals of religion are as follows:


"That God is one, and that there is a conjunction of charity and faith" (Soul and Body n. 20).


Also, "This only One and very Self is omnipresent, omniscient and omnipotent. This also every Christian acknowledges from his doctrine and every gentile from his religion. In consequence, wherever he is, a man thinks that God is there and that he prays to God at hand; thinking and praying so, men cannot but think that God is everywhere, that is, omnipresent [in all places at all times]; likewise omniscient [all knowing] and omnipotent [all powerful]. Everyone praying to God, therefore, implores Him from the heart to lead him because He can lead him; thus he acknowledges the divine omnipresence, omniscience and omnipotence, doing so in turning his face to the Lord; thereupon the truth flows in from the Lord" (Divine Providence n. 157).


Also, "There are three essentials of the church: acknowledgment of the divine of the Lord, acknowledgment of the holiness of the Word [Bible], and the life which is called charity" (Divine Providence n. 259[3]).


Also, "Every man [or woman] can be saved, and those are saved who acknowledge God and live rightly" (Divine Providence n. 325).


http://www.mechanicsburgnewchurch.org

Answer 3

I would never, according to the precepts of my religion, tell you that you were going "you-know-where". I would respect your religious beliefs and would probably have a really interesting discussion with you as we learned more about each other's religious practices. I'm Christian; you're Pagan. Different ways of seeing the Divine.

Answer 4

I wouldn't, since I'm also a Pagan. Although if the subject came up, I would probably ask you about your belief system because such things interest me.

Answer 5

First of all , my opinion doesn't matter . God is and always will be the one to judge that . I can tell you this , if you do not do what He commands you will be cast into the lake of fire . You do have a way out of eternal condemnation , and that is through Jesus Christ , His Son . Believe on Jesus Christ and be saved . This is your soul we are talking about which is more precious than gold or silver . John 14:6 God bless you

Answer 6

As a fellow Pagan, No I wouldn't. I'd probably buy you a coffee so we could have a giggle about who's going to you know where first and who's in the hottest bit.

Answer 7

Why would I tell you something that you have heard so many times before? As if, somehow I will be the one to reach you. Those that think so are being a little arogant.

However, if you asked me to make my best case for Christianity, I would (this would be a very, very long conversation).

Answer 8

ok pay interest in case you pick to without delay make the issue worser, crack the sh*ts at him like each and every individual else is advising you. FIRST attempt this : bypass as a lot as him and cuddle him and kiss his cheeks and stuff - yet comically, jokingly, and purely whisper to him that you ignored him even as he became at artwork. attempt this in many circumstances.. probability is he will take it as an invite to sex, yet i imagine that on your relationship with him, you should use sex to get in route of him (you sound like you both delight in it). yet another nighttime even as he comes living house, have a bottle of champagne waiting with a astounding dinner. If he meets your efforts with call callings, purely snort and start up to kiss and cuddle him. finally, he will provide up scoffing. contained in the living house today, there is the ambience between both of you that he (im going by technique of my hunch) is aggravated that you whinge about his habit and purely doesnt pick to talk to you that a lot in any respect. you should tutor it round. Make communication good and relaxing. for instance: once you should whinge about some thing to him, do it instantly after both of you've made love and also you're mendacity in mattress together. do no longer start up to assert it agressively or in an stressful tone. Say it like... (sigh...) 'you understand, i'd pick to have sex with you so much better in case you didnt call me a b*tch each and each and every of the time. i love you a lot, and it purely turns me off!' then lick his face and smile. we are females - we may be able to apply suggestions over remember and manage circumstances. provide it a attempt. a thorough attempt - you'd be a great deal surprised how he will pay interest to you when you adjust the ambience between you. Make it like you're courting once back! Be somewhat seductress, no longer the spouse who complains. by technique of how - i imagine he's the incorrect one contained in the challenge. yet you've the skill to sacrifice and make issues top, i imagine.

Answer 9

No I would be nice to you and if the conversation of our different beliefs arose I would be happy to have a discussion(not argument). I have no authority to tell you that your going anywhere and I respect everyone beliefs as I love to have mine respected.

Answer 10

Hi!!I am a Christian, and I deal with many different types of people everyday.Many who do not believe in Jesus and many who do.

For me to tell you that you are going to hell, is not going to benefit you or me in anyway.As a Christian we are to love people and judge righteous judgement, to tell them about the love of Christ, not stomp them into the ground.Just my view on the matter.....Bye for now!