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Originally Posted by notofworks
If Buddhists are in heaven, I won't be upset. In heaven, we'll be surprised by two things: 1) Who is there; and 2) Who isn't.
I know a few Buddhists and they all are pursuing God and pursuing a spiritual journey. I respect that. I also know people that have reached Jesus Christ by following Buddhist principles.
I passionately believe in Jesus Christ for my salvation. But I don't believe Buddhism is an "empty cistern" as you called it. Buddhist principles are sound and fairly well completely in line with the principles of Jesus Christ. When one follows the principles of Jesus Christ, through any form, one will make great strides forward.
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I respect a lot of people but it doesn't mean they are saved or that I think they are. I also agree with your #1 & #2, however, my question still stands unanswered: "Do you believe Buddhists will be saved w/o Jesus Christ?"
A simple answer is sufficient. I'll give mine first, I don't. Jesus said that He was the way the truth and the life and that no one could come to the Father except through Him. I am the last one to be judgmental with people, but I can't dance around the scripture. I also believe that God will not make a mistake in judgment, but w/o Jesus, it appears we're toast. If He wants to make an exception to what His word appears to say, I certainly won't argue! I just "calls 'em like I sees 'em!"
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