The Counsel of Trent
#985 - The Fallacy That Sends Most People To Hell
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 misleads individuals into believing their subjective morality can secure salvation without recognizing the objective standards set by God.
- Modern distractions and a diluted view of sin contribute to a complacent attitude, preventing honest reflection on one's true moral standing in relation to God's grace.
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The Good Person Fallacy Explained
The concept of the good person fallacy suggests that many believe their moral standing is sufficient for salvation, as they consider themselves good people. This view is often tied to a belief system known as moralistic therapeutic deism, where individuals think of God as a cosmic vending machine who exists to meet their desires, provided they maintain a baseline of decency. This perspective leads to a simplistic division of people into good and bad categories, allowing individuals to justify their morality based on personal standards rather than objective measures. Furthermore, this self-assessment often includes a vague definition of goodness that conveniently encompasses their own behavior while downplaying sin and moral failings.
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