Grace Saves All: Christianity and Universal Salvation Ep. 194 Benjamin McNair Scott (author of A Hope in Hell) - Surveying the Scene Today (...or looking at the current state of Christian Universalism)
Jul 28, 2025
Benjamin McNair Scott, author of 'A Hope in Hell,' discusses the intersection of Christian Universalism and evangelical thought. He shares his journey from traditional views to a more inclusive perspective, highlighting shifts in understanding hell and salvation. The conversation delves into the historical roots of evangelical universalism, exploring influential figures and contrasting beliefs with Calvinism. Scott emphasizes the evolving nature of theological discussions, advocating for a deeper understanding of God's love and embracing diverse beliefs within the church.
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Blog Post Sparks Universalism Interest
- Benjamin McNair Scott shares how a blog post by vineyard pastor Dr. Jason Clarke sparked his serious consideration of universal restoration.
- Reading Robin Perry's Evangelical Universalist book made him see the possibility of being both evangelical and universalist.
Artman's Journey Through Universalism Books
- David Artman recounts his own journey starting in 2011 with Robin Perry's book, then Jerry Bocheman and Thomas Talbot.
- He realized a strong scriptural and philosophical case for Christian universalism was developing for him.
Evangelical Shift on Hell Doctrine
- Evangelicals once strongly rejected universal reconciliation, often affirming eternal conscious torment or annihilationism.
- Influential figures like John Stott shifted towards annihilationism, opening evangelical willingness to reconsider traditional hell doctrine.
