Comments on: Only people in a religion go to heaven?

By: Daniel B

Daniel B — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:59 +0000

I disagree that all religions lead to heaven. Jesus says in John 14:6 I am the way, truth and life. No one comes to the Father except through me. That virtually excludes Muhammad, Buddha, atheists (who do not believe at all, etc.
When talking about the different denominations of Christianity, there is only one, and one way to heaven. That's a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Except for the sinner, and put your faith in him and try to live life to walk with him, reading his Bible, and confessing their sins. These other denominations teach that you can save. That is, baptism, giving, making all the sacraments, etc. In Romans, Paul tells us we are saved by faith not by works, lest anyone should boast. That means that by our faith in Christ, not something we can do ourselves. It is ideal for all those other things, but that's not what saves us. Moreover, nowhere in the Bible says to pray to any other, besides, Jesus God. That means we do not pray to Mary, the saints, the Pope, etc. Mary herself, said he was a sinner and need a Savior. Besides, she did not die for our sins, Jesus did.
Unfortunately, I know a lot of good people, but no one is good. For Romans 3:23 tells us that all fall short of the glory of God. So if you do not accept Jesus, we will spend eternity separated from him in hell. All we can do is pray for the people God will soften his heart. We also live by example, which is a testimony in itself. Finally, be ready in season and out of the season to give an answer that God also tells us in scripture.

By: Ms-trust

Ms-trust — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:59 +0000

Everyone thinks that their religion is the true religion, but if there is such a thing can only be one. I personally do not think there is one, if you do your research on these great religions

By: RO35

RO35 — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:59 +0000

If you do your best to learn and act on it is ok.

By: inat

inat — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:59 +0000

Depends on whom you ask …
As far as I know, Judaism is the only religion that believes that all good go to heaven regardless of their religious beliefs.

By: eduarodi

eduarodi — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:53 +0000

Heaven?

By: ?

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:53 +0000

it's hard to say, what better to do is believe in God and love of neighbor,

By: JoJoBa

JoJoBa — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:53 +0000

Who can say that only God knows and has the final say so.

By: In God I Trust (a.k.a. infohog)

In God I Trust (a.k.a. infohog) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:53 +0000

There are several accounts of God to ensure that people in the distant region know about him (eg, Jonah and the whale and the travels of Paul in the New Testament). Jesus also said not all believe in him (Matthew 10:34-39).
Some non-Christian religions have accounts of Jesus Christ, and do not think he is the Son of God our Savior. Other non-Christian religions are created by man alone. When God sent his Son (Jesus Christ) to deliver the message, I think that's the message you put my beliefs.
As for the divisions in the Christian denominations, like everything else, has to maintain what they tell the truth in the Bible and believe what the parties. I suggest that you get your core beliefs in line with the Bible and attend a Christian Church to offer prayer, praise and worship (you're asked to do so little and give so much for God). What remains is how you live your life as a Christian. Some people think that Christians are hypocrites - perhaps, but the truth is we're not perfect, and we are separated from non-believers that we are forgiven through Jesus Christ. In all, strive to live their lives as Christ lived his.
As for good works alone - please do not buy into the idea that you can go to heaven for being a "good person" (Ephesians 2:8-9, below). If "being good" was good enough, then Jesus Christ came from heaven to earth, living among us for over 30 years, was cruelly tortured and killed for nothing. There is "good" in eternity, but you can reach eternity just for being "good." Believe in your heart that Jesus Christ redeemed by dying on the cross for your sins. Again, so simple - and yet, many choose to reject the offer.

By: scifiguy

scifiguy — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:53 +0000

Only if God is a sadistic bastard, in which case both the wind in hell forever, or spend eternity in the presence of a sadistic bastard. Personally, I'd choose hell.
If God is not sadistic, actually care more about how people treat others in life rather than simply whether or not they follow their religion of choice.

By: sweetie_

sweetie_ — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:21:53 +0000

The salvation is biblical. Follow the plan of salvation, and anyone of any religion can make to heaven.