The earliest Christians took this statement literally. If they didn't, why did they spend so much time and effort to evangelize others? As time went on, it became clear that either not being exposed to Christianity or not accepting it in good conscience had to be addressed. The Catholic Church has done one of the better jobs of doing the former, but not so much the latter (link). Today, the more conservative Christian apologists get tangled in knots with incoherent defenses of the above Bible quote, as you can see in the links below:
Human knowledge has progressed exponentially since the dawn of modern science. It is no longer reasonable to accept claims without sufficient objective evidence. The harm from religion, alternatives to medicine, conservatism, and all other false beliefs will be exposed on this blog by reporting the findings of science. This blog will also reinforce what should be the basics of education: History, Civics, Financial Literacy, Media Literacy, and Critical/Science Based Thinking.
Showing posts with label Evangelization. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Evangelization. Show all posts
Monday, February 7, 2022
Christianity: "No Salvation Outside The Church"
“I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but by me” (Jn 14:6)
Friday, September 23, 2016
Is Christian Evangelization Like Promoting Dr. Pepper?
"Would you be motivated if the paid staff of Dr Pepper encouraged you to
spread the word? Why be any more motivated if the paid staff of the
Catholic church or Baptist church or Lutheran church made the same
request?"
Christianity Needs Promotion, Like Soft Drinks
Christianity Needs Promotion, Like Soft Drinks
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