Bible Quote by John Stott
“Universalism, fashionable as it is today, is incompatible with the teaching of Christ and His apostles, and is a deadly enemy of evangelism. The true universalism of the Bible is the call to universal evangelism in obedience to Christ's universal commission. It is the conviction that not all men will be saved in the end, but that all men must hear the gospel of salvation before the end.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Evangelism and the Spirit, John Stott, 1975
True biblical universalism calls everyone to hear the gospel, not that everyone will be saved, emphasizing mission over presumption.
In simple terms: Everyone must hear the gospel, but not all will be saved.
Key Takeaway
Proclaim the message to all, trusting God’s judgment.
Themes
evangelism
universal call
mission
theology
exclusivity
Mood
serious
motivational
Type
theological
missional
When to use this quote
- church outreach
- global missions
- personal evangelism
- teaching Scripture
Key Concepts
missiology
biblical doctrine
Christian ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance urgency with humility?
- What practical steps ensure everyone hears the gospel?
A Different Perspective
Assuming universal salvation can breed complacency.
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