Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast

Gardening Someone Who Doesn’t Seem Open to the Truth

Jun 6, 2025
Explore the moral implications of fear and faith as they discuss the judgment of the cowardly in Revelation 21:8. Learn strategies for 'gardening' someone resistant to truth. Dive into officiating a wedding for reconciled couples while reflecting on forgiveness and growth. Ponder the unique conditions on Earth that support life and the rarity of intelligent beings elsewhere. Finally, unpack different theological views on the rapture and its significance within Christian belief.
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INSIGHT

Cowardly in Revelation Means Unbelief

  • Revelation 21:8's mention of "cowardly" refers to persistent unbelief, not momentary fear.
  • Cowardice here is tied to abandoning faith under persecution, equated with unbelief leading to judgment.
ADVICE

Partner with God in Gardening

  • Be faithful and clear when sharing the Christian message, then leave spiritual outcomes to God.
  • Recognize when to pause outreach efforts; not all seasons require constant persistence.
ANECDOTE

Greg Koukl's Conversion Journey

  • Greg Koukl recalls his own spiritual journey starting with questions, a prayer, and conversations with fellow soldiers.
  • He emphasizes gradual openness leading to faith rather than immediate conversion.
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