Hell and nonchristians?

Question

Christians are often mocked for sharing their believe that Christ is the savior of mankind. However, many have a sincere belief that those who do not accept him will go to hell. I think that caring enough to have a conversation with another person about their eternal destination would be a very loving act if you really believed they were damned without accepting Christ. As I Christian, I am in a catch 22 because I know that many do not desire to hear what I have to say, and I respect that, and yet I still fell a concern for my fellow humans. My first question, how offensive or aggravating is it to you for a Christian to share Christ if you know that their reason is purely motivated by love, and done in a sincere and respectful way? If you were in my shoes, how would you recommend that I live an existentially honest lifestyle? I know many people don’t want to hear the Christian message, and yet I feel that they are going to die and face God’s judgment.

Answer 1

First off, I wish to thank you for being so kind and intellectual about this. Very few people are. In return, I, too, will be as kind and intellectual about this. I will give you my thoughts, so please, do not assume this is a portrait of everyone.

To answer you first question, if they are truly motivated by love and are sincere, I will listen. You will not hear a quip out of me. A person who is like this is a person of the their faith, and I believe that because they are their faith’s very face of love, they should get my respect. It is those who use fear mongering that I am offended by, as well as many other aspects that all show a evil light on true faith. To simply put it: Pure faith should be listen to.

Now, as for putting myself in your shoes, this one is more difficult. I never really cared about other people’s lives. Do as you will, but beware the consequences. This includes me getting involved in other’s lives. The best way I can relate to you is to say that so long as I feel I did right, damn the consequences.

I hope this is a satisfactory answer to your question and keep doing right in your heart.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

First, one would have to define what 'Sharing Christ' means. If this means discussing heaven and hell and all the ways to avoid or obtain these two on death--then it is extremely annoying because the contents of this conversation are not based in an earthly existence. However, if this phrase refers to having a comprehensive discussion about the philosophies of Jesus regarding humanity as they relate to other philosophies regarding the human existence, then I see no problem. Regarding your statement about dying and facing god's judgment--not everyone puts the power of the universe into a god object. So for you to deny an individual their choice to live with nothing but their own potential and self-guided morality is to disrespect that individual's own thoughts, experiences, and subsequent philosophical conclusions about their own life. My solution to this 'catch 22' you've described would be to live a Christian message by demonstration and nothing else. Do no feel indebted to your fellow human to 'save them' because not every individual wants saving--they want answers. If your Christian demonstration fulfills these answers they seek, they will follow your lead.

Answer 4

Maybe you are new enough at being a prostelizing Christian that you really don't see that just because you believe it, doesn't make it true. I can believe that its going to rain tomorrow but it doesn't mean that it will. I can believe that alligators are flying and it doesn't mean that it is true.

To answer your question, consider that a moslem truly believes that YOU are going to hell because the Moslem's Koran says so. Do you want the Moslem person to tell you the path to truth and eternal salvation just because he believes you are going to hell?

The same is true for non Christians. Just because you believe it, doesn't mean that other people do. Everyone has their own beliefs about things and your's isn't more valuable than theirs no matter how much you think it is. You think you are right and they think they are right. You think the Moslem is going to hell and the Moslem thinks you are and the two of you can fight it out or just keep your opinion to yourself and only share when asked. I think the second choice is more civil, don't you?

Believe what you believe and pray for the poor sinners if you think prayer helps and I'm sure those poor sinners are also praying for you if they think prayer helps.

Just because YOU believe we are going to hell, doesn't mean that we are. Just because a Moslem thinks you are going to hell doesn't mean that you are either. Believe what you want, but belief doesn't equal truth.

Answer 5

Let them raise the subject first. If they truly want an interseting discussion of your mutual beliefs, then that will become clear. Though when to end that discussion may not be so clear-cut.

Your job here is to serve as an example to others. Live a Christian life and deal with others, whether religious or not in fair way, noty a holier-than-thou way. So many people who preach it don't know how to practice it and their hypocricy usually ends up as the main topic of discussion.

Be ready with clear, logical arguments, otherwise don't go there.....

Answer 6

Before I was a Christian it was very upsetting for people to talk to me about God. I would rather curse them out that listen to all that stuff. Now as a Christian wanting to share what God has done for me I also have difficulty watching others work their way to hell. But we know that you can't just share with anyone. They don't want to hear it. Or they are to caught up in their sin to want to hear it. People enjoy their sin, but we also know that is only for a season. All you can do is pray for people that want to listen to what you have to say. God will send you these people, just don't be surprised when it is someone you don't want to see. But God wants us to love everyone, just like he does, so yeah, he's probably not going to send you the people that you want him too. It is all about being obedient. And also, you just live the best example of a Christian that you can. People will ask you how you do it. God gives us joy and peace, people who don't even know they are seeking God are seeking joy and peace. Show them the joy that God gives you, they will want it.

Answer 7

I don't mind being approached but I think if you live in a society where Christianity is already the nominal religion you are likely to get resistance and make relatively few gains. I would suggest missionary work and only mention your motivation when asked. Your God probably wants you to concentrate on being good rather than letting other people know you are being good.

Answer 8

In 2007 America, the message is out. Those that don't believe choose not to. Best to let it go. If you really feel compelled to say something, start with something like "I really believe that Jesus wants us to have salvation, would you like to hear about it?" If they say no, don't continue. We appreciate your concern but there are quite a few of us who would rather go to Hell than be in Heaven and have to talk to all those who constantly tell us how great they are because they are going to Heaven. Believe, worship, find fullfilment, and let us do the same.

Answer 9

I am a Born-Again Christian myself and if we go by our tenets then we should be evangelizing to others so that they may be saved. However, there are some who believe differently. And if we look at them with the eyes of God, then we should just respect their beliefs and accept their preferences and love them for what they are because they are images of God. Sometimes, we don't have to say anything. Just show them by example what it is to be God-like. Eventually, it boils down to a matter of decision - of free will.

Answer 10

Leave them be. Save yourself the aggravation. It only makes you look pushy and condescending when you try to tell someone that they ought to believe in what you believe because they'll be eternally punished otherwise. You OUGHT to be spreading Jesus's message of love and peace. That's what being a Christian is REALLY all about, isn't it?