

Will Everyone Be Saved? w/ Jordan Wood
6 snips Jul 29, 2025
Jordan Wood, a professor of theology at Belmont University and author of "The Provocateur," dives into the provocative topic of universalism, asserting that everyone, even the most unrepentant, may ultimately be saved. The conversation spans biblical interpretations of salvation and hell, contrasting traditional views with alternative perspectives. Wood's insights challenge simplistic beliefs, inviting a deeper exploration of God's grace and the complexities of salvation. The discussion also humorously reflects on academic rivalries and the enduring relevance of faith today.
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Three Major Views on Hell
- Infernalism, annihilationism, and universalism are the three major Christian views on hell, each with varying doctrines.
- Universalism asserts that God's will for all salvation will eventually be fulfilled through judgment and transformation.
Biblical Complexity Supports Universalism
- Biblical texts contain varied and sometimes conflicting images about hell's nature and duration.
- Universalism finds biblical support in God's will that all be saved, challenging the notion of eternal torment.
Gregory of Nyssa's Universalism
- Gregory of Nyssa, a fourth-century church father, was a clear proponent of universalism.
- He preached that even figures like the devil would be saved, illustrating early Christian diversity on salvation.