The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Do You Go to Hell If You’ve Never Heard of Jesus?

May 23, 2024

Exploring the fate of those who never heard of Jesus in Catholic teachings, discussing salvation for pre-Christ individuals, and emphasizing hope and responsibility in spreading the message of Jesus for all.

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Salvation exclusively comes through Jesus, rejecting the notion that all religions lead to God.

Those unaware of Jesus may still be saved through God's grace by living a good life.

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Salvation through Jesus as the Only Way

The podcast emphasizes that salvation comes exclusively through Jesus, highlighting that no other religion or way can bridge the gap between humanity and God. It discusses the misconception that all religions lead to God, clarifying that Christianity professes Jesus as the sole path to the Father. Despite this exclusivity, the podcast notes that God desires all humans to be saved and stresses the importance of Jesus' role in granting access to God.

Introduction

1min

The Exclusive Role of Jesus in Connecting Humanity to God

2min

Exploring the Fate of Pre-Christ Individuals in Catholic Teachings

2min

Hope and Responsibility in Salvation Without Knowledge of Jesus

3min

When considering the people of the Old Testament before Jesus's coming, we might ask ourselves: "Are those without the knowledge of Jesus destined for eternal damnation?"

And what about those who have never had an opportunity in our day and age to hear the name of Jesus and accept faith? "Where do they go when they die?"

Today, Fr. Mike explores these tough questions, drawing on the sacred scriptures and the church's teachings on salvation.

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