Could God Reach a Second-Century Shinto Monk Who Desired Redemption?
#STRask — Stand to ReasonCould God Reach a Second-Century Shinto Monk Who Desired Redemption?
April 17, 2023
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* Could God reach a second-century Shinto monk who was dissatisfied with his religion and desired redemption?
* Is it possible for someone to put their faith in Jesus for salvation and do their best to live a Christian life but not have eternal life because they weren’t chosen?
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