Grace Saves All: Christianity and Universal Salvation Ep. 27 The Heresy Hurdle - Pt. 3 The Road Back to Respectability for Christian Universalism
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Jan 6, 2021 Explore the fascinating journey from traditional hell views to the concepts of annihilationism and universalism. Listen as they dive into the historical objections to these ideas and examine the recent shift in evangelical engagement. Strong pushback from critics is discussed, alongside the practical benefits of embracing universalism, such as welcoming seekers and softening Christianity's image. The conversation invites listeners to rethink grace and its inclusive nature in the faith.
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Evangelical Cognitive Dissonance
- Evangelicalism split into two camps: one stressed grace alone for the elect, the other stressed grace available but requiring human response.
- Holding both strands creates a logical tension that pushes some evangelicals toward universal salvation.
Steve Gregg's Journey Away From Traditional Hell
- Steve Gregg recounts moving from traditional hell views to seriously considering annihilationism and universal reconciliation.
- He researched, found respected evangelicals holding these views, and remained open but undecided.
Evangelical Publishing Validates Universalism
- Zondervan's 2016 Four Views on Hell added a Christian universalist chapter, signaling evangelical scholarly acceptance.
- Editor Preston Sprinkle called universalist exegesis a "game changer" worthy of serious biblical wrestling.
