The Counsel of Trent #985 - The Fallacy That Sends Most People To Hell
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Jan 20, 2025 Dive into the 'good person fallacy' that misleads many seeking eternal life. Discover how moral character alone can't save us and why 'moralistic therapeutic deism' is misleading. The discussion challenges the notion that being a good person guarantees salvation, highlighting the need for true evangelism. Explore the subjectivity of morality and its societal impacts, as well as the essential role of Christ in salvation. Learn that true goodness stems from divine grace rather than mere human effort.
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The Good Person Fallacy
- The "good person fallacy" sends many to hell; it assumes good deeds guarantee heaven.
- This ignores God's standards and the Christian concept of sin.
Modern Challenges to Evangelism
- Modern comforts and diluted views of death diminish the urgency of the Gospel message.
- People think they're good enough for heaven, overlooking their need for salvation.
Healthcare CEO Shooting
- Some hailed the alleged murderer of a healthcare CEO as a hero, justifying it by his perceived evil.
- This highlights the danger of judging and the subjective nature of "good" and "bad".
