Preacher4Truth
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No, because faith is still a prerequisite.
It is our birthright is we are willing to believe.
No, you're incorrect and inconsistent. Your usages of texts are interpreted in a Universalist sense, taking them out of context. You did this to 1 Corinthians 15:22. Then when you respond to being shown it is Universalism you attempt to undo your previous interpretation and application, but you don't see that. I'm just saying your theology isn't consistent, it goes from Universalism to Pelagianism. This happens solely because you won't use context in interpretation.
Secondly you have refused to properly use 2 Peter 3:9 in it's context, 2 Timothy 2:15 is needed. The text is not about every single person who has ever lived. However if you wish to misuse it, no one can prevent that. Not sure why you completely avoid handling the texts properly brother.
Have you asked yourself why you refuse to address this? Do you know you cannot refute Scripture used in context and have to take others out of context to arrive at your conclusions? That is pitting Scripture against Scripture. Such does not arrive at truth. I hope you will see this, study it, and adjust your theology to properly handling the word via correction; 2 Timothy 3:16-17.
Lastly, another thing you've avoided is the fact no person is saved via their will, choice or determination. You keep saying they are, but Scripture begs to differ; John 6:63 for instance. I asked if you know where the texts are that refute such teachings, but it is all left unanswered. Trying to discuss context of Scripture with you is unprofitable because you refuse to address it. Using man made illustrations of sand and what not are not answers: Scripture in context is the answer.
With all due respect you are not yet ready to properly interpret the Word of God and will continue to use it out of context which means you're really not arriving at truthful conclusions. It appears then a futile discussion until you address context then adjust your conclusions to fit the truth of the texts.