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Originally Posted by Evangelical
It is a reasonable request from one point of view, but based upon the fact that no proof can be given, it is an unreasonable request.
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We can certainly discuss whether or not proof can be given once everyone has weighed in on whether or not the request is reasonable. So far you and OBW have weighed in.
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Originally Posted by Evangelical
Would God send a person to hell if they requested proof and none was provided? If they were an unbeliever, then yes, because they do not have saving faith. Possibly no, if they join a tribe in the Amazon and feign ignorance - but yes again, when God points to the fact that He gave them a conscience and can be seen in Creation. If they were a believer, then no, it merely indicates their skepticism of the resurrection, and like the Sadducee, Jesus would say "you err, not knowing the Scripture or the power".
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Just so I have this straight -- if you request proof of the resurrection and you were a disciple, like Thomas, then it will be provided to strengthen your faith.
But if you are an unbeliever, then forget it, you go to hell.
Unless of course you live in the Amazon rain forest, in which case you can feign ignorance, and in that case the Lord will let it slide.
Is that your understanding of a righteous judgement?