Ep 11: How Are So Many Christians Duped?

[@scottb2713]

Thank you for the book. It is changing my wife and I viewpoints. God kept telling me what did our early church believe? Something’s wrong here. To my surprise they were universalists. At any rate this is the good news we have been missing!!

[@RaisingHell]

You're welcome Scott! So happy to hear that you and your wife are being liberated from the lies! It's so empowering when you learn the truth about God's all-encompassing Love!

[@n-derbyshire5895]

Just found your channel - great video - blessings from the UK.

[@libertybellbill4439]

As A Young Catholic I Remember Saying To Myself That There Is SOMETHING They Are Not Telling Us. The Holy Spirit Was Drawing Me Out Of Catholicism And Lead Me To The Truth Of Reconciliation In 1983. It Was All His Doing And Drawing Me To The REAL JESUS ( John 6:44 ) Also In Romans 11:32 Says That God Shut Us All Up In UNBELIEF That He Might Have Mercy UPON ALL !

[@RaisingHell]

I love this! Thank you for sharing. I especially love how this is an inner journey for all of us. Nobody told us...we were moved from inside to question and where to look for answers. It's very inspiring.

[@ianjohnson4987]

Thank you for your insight and teaching which is so helpful. I am in my late 70s and really only just discovering these truths. I came across a quotation from Marcus Aurelius which spoke to me. He said "The object of life is not to be on the side of the majority but to escape finding oneself in the ranks of the insane". Blessings from England.

[@RaisingHell]

Thank you for the kind response! Also love the quote!

[@knowyourlove5613]

Ep 11. Length 11:11. Yep this ones for me! Thank you God bless

[@RaisingHell]

That wasn't even planned! So great. If I'd seen it, I might have at least waited until 10-11 to post. 😂

[@aromaofhope]

Love how you're all framed by sunrays in this video. "....on earth, peace. Good will toward men..." Good thoughts!

[@RaisingHell]

Beautiful. Thank you.

[@natasha09179]

Julie this is your most profound video yet. I will be sharing it.

[@RaisingHell]

Thank you Enn! I appreciate. When I first started these, I had never done videos before. It's getting a little easier.

[@TheWhyGuyChannel]

Your kind and sympathetic approach is admirable. I haven't quite learned how to do that as much. We're all duped to a degree as long as we all see through a glass dimly.

[@RaisingHell]

Your videos that I've seen are very gracious! Give yourself more credit. Plus you use humor...that goes a long way!

[@TheWhyGuyChannel]

@@RaisingHell I'm not putting myself down in any way, I simply recognize where I need to grow. Regardless Julie, thank you for your encouraging words. Give our love to Steve.

[@JOESOLDROCK]

It's this kind of light that dispels darkness. Thank you once again for your kind, yet powerful words. (Joe Lindsey)

[@RaisingHell]

You exude the same light. Thank you friend. So grateful for you!!

[@kkrenken895]

Be sure to read the show notes. Great arguments, Julie.

[@Lovingkindness.]

The tree of death has seduced all humanity to war over words and ideas. I’m fixated of the revelation that salvation is entirely the work of God and man can neither help nor hinder Him. As the psalmist said, Salvation belongs to the Lord! Rejoice beloved called out. Lawrence

[@ktj-films]

Julie, I read your book year and years ago, and it completely changed my life. I could never turn back or rewind my thinking. However, now in my West Texas town, I can’t bring it in me to go to church because I don’t know of any like-minded people who agree that God loves and accepts all - not just those who “profess their faith.” I’m expected by everyone in my family to attend church, but I can’t. Do you still attend church? Do you have a like-minded group that you can be yourself with? Thank you. ❤️

[@raisinghealth5401]

Thank you for your awesome and encouraging feedback! I am in the same boat...I haven't gone to church for over a decade. It would be like trying to shove a baby back into the womb. It no longer fits and the more time that passes, the less likely chance of it ever happening! Once you let go of the monster god teaching, you realize there is no division between the sacred and the profane, and you see God in all things. In essence, Life becomes your church and you no longer need doctrines, certainty, creeds, or hanging out with people who are trying to force them on you. It's very liberating to know that God is in all...all people, all things...and you no longer have to go looking in any buildings or belief systems. I have found that the like-minded people find me over time. It's beautiful.

[@ktj-films]

@@raisinghealth5401 I love this. Thank you so much. You are a beautiful soul, and I am very thankful for your openness!

[@lesterpenner8786]

Great teaching 👍

[@DannyYt-y5h]

There is available over their hearts……😊

[@mcgragor1]

I'm not a Universalist, I lean more toward CI, but based on some of your videos, you would probably be very open to Full Preterism, of which I am also leaning toward.

[@RaisingHell]

Eschatology has lost interest for me! So many more interesting topics to learn about that affect my now life. 😁

[@mcgragor1]

It actually plays into a lot of what I think you are teaching, Jesus is here and now, He already came back, it opens the door to a freedom that the 1st century church also longed for, we have the kingdom here and now because of it. I think you won't be disappointed if you looked into it, it would help make your case, though I am sure there are things we disagree on, the freedom to disagree due to this, is at a much higher level. Read Matt 24, Luke 21, Mark 13 and ask yourself who is He talking to and when was He coming back and to where was it going to happen...then realize all of the apocalyptic language was just that, no stars will literally fall from heaven etc...same language was used in the Old t, He came back in AD 70, did away with the Old T and Covenant, and the New C we are in now is forever. God-bless

[@RaisingHell]

@@mcgragor1 yes, thank you. I am fairly familiar with Preterism from having many friends on FB of that persuasion. Perhaps I'm a practicing preterist without words. 😂

[@mcgragor1]

@@RaisingHell Okay great, perhaps u are, God-bless.

[@maxwell9714]

Dont give up.....lots of us need this..

[@ktj-films]

I had a curious question that I would love to get your perspective on, if possible. In light of Easter Sunday yesterday: if there is no Hell, why did Jesus die for our sins? I am so thankful to no longer believe in Hell, but then I wonder what was the purpose of Jesus’ suffering if not to save us from eternal separation. Thanks for sharing your knowledge! ❤️

[@wayman1776]

It’s referenced as the Lake of Fire and even Jesus himself mentions it. If there is a heaven then their is a hell because both were created by God but hell for Satan and his followers it was never meant for us but one can end up there because the wages of sin is death. One of the devils greatest deceptions is to make one doubt about being no destruction in such a place. Even Satan knows the scriptures are true. Christ gave his life so that people would have a chance at salvation and not end up in destruction at the second death.

[@men2dewy]

The reason there is no Hell (permanent condemnation) is because Jesus dying for us was a sucess.

[@christophergibson7155]

@@men2dewy Yes, Jesus' sacrifice for the sin of the world was complete. "It is finished" Jesus said. The debt for sin was paid. That still does not erase the consequences of those who die in their sins. What will you do with the following scriptures? "Then He was also say to those on the left hand, "Depart from Me, you cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels."(Matthew 25:41) "And these will go away into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into eternal life." (Matthew 25:46) If we don't have a healthy fear of God and take Jesus at His word then we can fall into error. God is Holy, Righteous, and Just, would you not agree? He would be "a corrupt judge" if He did not administer justice for crimes. Without believing in the salvation that Jesus has offered to all mankind we are lost unrepentant sinners destined for hell. Your thoughts?

[@martinfell9165]

@@wayman1776 There is no verse in the Bible that says hell was created for satan and his followers. There is no verses anywhere about the creartion of hell. Just like hell the existence of any fallen angelic beings is a pagan myth , only found in our Bibles through wrong translations! The lake of fire is a good thing not a bad one! It figuratively represents the purifying love of God. It's as much for believers as none and burns in our minds consuming wrong beliefs. The 'second death is the death of beliefs not people! After life hell doesn't exist in any form ( having been a hell believer for 35 years...

[@martinfell9165]

Sin and death are basically the lies we believed about God and ourselves and the wrong beliefs those lies brought. That is the only thing we needed saving from. The death of Christ killed those lies and resurrected awareness of our true identity. In other words Jesus died to save us from ourselves! Also the death of Christ revealed that God responds to the evil and retribution of mankind with love and forgiveness. That God would rather die than respond to violence with violence!

[@robertkohan946]

A big social media is going on about the nature of the Jewish Christian God. Is this God merciful, all forgiving, or does this God have favorities The Bible as a whole is complicated and gives contradictory answers. Should we listen to the voice within that gives witness to our spirit?😊

[@joshblahnamehere2308]

Many will come in my name saying I am the Christ.

[@joecheffo5942]

And many will use his name to mislead.

[@joshblahnamehere2308]

​@@joecheffo5942 That very verse is speaking about all of Christendom that teach eternal hell. A doctrine teaching the fear of the Lord according to the precepts of men. They also don't teach what death really means. Be teaching people that the dead is kicking it with Jesus right now. WRONG. They are dead. The dead know nothing. They taking a long nap, which will pass by for them instantly to when Jesus raises them. There also is no free will, but good luck explaining that to anyone. These are real truths for the real truth seeker. And you can't be a truth seeker unless God causes it. So it's whatever. All of life is just an experience, a back drop or contrast for the future ages/eons. A contrast that will bring much joy and glory to everyone and especially, God.

[@joecheffo5942]

@@joshblahnamehere2308 i think we may have misunderstood each other. I believe the Bible teaches annihilation not hell. Yes, hell is such an appalling concept it does seem slanderous to attribute that to a great and loving creator. I also dont believe in free will, however real it seems, and it leads to people judging and seeking vengeance (justice is the nice word) instead of teaching and compassion and love.

[@joshblahnamehere2308]

@@joecheffo5942 Then I have good news for you, read colossians 1:20. All things will be fully reconciled to God. Even the devil. Also read 1 Corinthians 15:22-23. It says "For as in Adam ALL are dying, likewise, in Christ all are being made alive. But every man in their own order". Now THE God we both know is even more loving to you if it is meant for you to see this truth. If not, oh well, that's just where God has you right now, in the end, we will both be of one mind. Good times ahead after this shithole.

[@Lovingkindness.]

The tree of death has seduced all humanity to war over words and ideas. I’m fixated on the revelation the salvation is entirely the work of God and man can neither help nor hinder Him. As the psalmist said, Salvation belongs to the Lord! Rejoice beloved called out. Lawrence

[@colorizedenhanced-silentmo6362]

Hello, Raising Hell. it's extremely awesome video. thanks. :)

[@RaisingHell]

Thank you!

[@62BillAD]

One big reason is the KJV translation. Three different meanings/words translated one word 'hell'. That's why I prefer NKJV it corrects that...better translation!

[@brad724p]

Well said; you're at the forefront of a much needed realignment of Christianity with its foundational message (the real Good News).

[@RaisingHell]

Thank you! Realignment is right!

[@virtualcolditz]

Really good - thanks Julie :) Where is that gorgeous place where you recorded the video?

[@grimlund]

Shes got a shirt with "Skagway" on. Skagway is a town in Alaska so this is most likely recorded up there some were.

[@raisinghealth5401]

I was in Haines Alaska, visiting a friend!

[@Spartanthermopylae]

Hi, I wrote you with some questions some time ago...and never got a reply, Julia.

[@RaisingHell]

Hey Spartan. Do you know which video? I'm getting a lot of comments and it's hard to stay on top of all of them. Thanks.

[@Spartanthermopylae]

@@RaisingHell I believe it was your last video. Thanks for getting back. I'm sure you've got a lot of work on. Stay safe.

[@RaisingHell]

@@Spartanthermopylae When you say the last video...do you mean the last episode or the red-pilling?

[@Spartanthermopylae]

@@RaisingHell The last video on this site, julia

[@jochangsek]

As with many things (pagan "Christian" holidays, global warming - now renamed "climate change," the immortality of the soul, etc), people accept it without too much critical thinking. As it is with eternal torture. I've found that you can give people incontrovertible proof from the Bible - and they will stay say that those verses speak only of believers - even 1 Tim 4:10, which says that God is the Savior of ALL men, but ESPECIALLY of believers! They usually tell me some garbage like ALL doesn't really mean "all" but "all types" of people. They are blind, I pray the scales fall from their eyes soon! God bless, everyone!

[@SEHall-hc1sw]

Episode 11 is 11 minutes and 11 seconds lol

[@raisinghealth5401]

That's rich...and meaningful. Wake up is what 11:11 means!

[@AnibalReyna-io1hr]

Thank you

[@RaisingHell]

You're welcome!

[@gleasonparker1684]

Deconstructing condemnation makes for better lives now. ..Jesus did it all. We have to believe him..not.men . Concordant group teach no hell and that all will be saved eventually. Romans 8 says no condemnation for those in christ Jesus.

[@jasonegeland1446]

AWESOME! :)

[@swaggersmacswagger1712]

Why was Paul then In such horrible pain over his unsaved family members if he knew they would go to heaven anyways

[@rubyredmountains2328]

If hell really didn’t exist... how would you answer if you were asked that question

[@raisinghealth5401]

He was in pain over his people (not family members per se) because they were the ones under the Mosaic Covenant (read Raising Hell to know the difference in what the covenants meant to a first century Jew) who had been chosen by birth lineage to rule and reign with Christ in the coming age. Paul didn't want them to miss out on this "reward for obedience." But remember that Paul also said he would rather be cursed in their place so they could regain the blessing. There is no way anyone would asked to be cursed in the place of others if it entailed eternal torment! He knew it was a temporary missing out on the promises of the Mosaic Covenant. The Abrahamic Covenant, the salvation of all people, is the Covenant whereby no one is ever lost. It was a one-sided Covenant, meaning it was not contingent upon the actions of people, only God had to sign it for all.

[@wayman1776]

@@raisinghealth5401 All people cannot be saved only the members of Christ’s body. If your not in the body of Christ then you are separated from Christ. How can a person separated from Christ receive the promised gift of salvation? Acts 20:28 reads take heed therefore unto yourselves and to all the flock over which the Holy Spirit has appointed you overseers to feed the Church of Christ which he has purchased with his blood” Jesus himself stated “remain in me and I will remain in you but apart from me you can do nothing”-John 15:4

[@martinfell9165]

A better question is , if hell existed why doesn't Paul say one word about it in any gospel message or pastoral letter? Paul was the greatest teacher of universal salvation in history! Paul didn't believe anyone was unsaved, only saved people who haven't woken up to the truth yet!

[@SEHall-hc1sw]

"how can so many be wrong?" Majority is almost always wrong in the Bible. Out of the whole world in Noah's day, only 8 we're right. Out of all of Sodom only Lot was righteous. Out of all of the Sects of Judaism, Jesus was right. Edit* you winded up making the same points haha

[@jdwagman]

I know its not funny but it still makes me laugh when I hear people say. "If you don't believe in the bible you are going to hell". I think I laugh so I don't cry.

[@raisinghealth5401]

Or how about you are going to hell because you don't believe in it? :)

[@johnmccallister1818]

Hello RH; you probably already know this, but I thought I'd say it anyway and that is Jesus said that He is the way, the Truth, and the Light, and that the only way to God is through Him. God showed his love and benevolence to us when He sent Jesus to earth, to take sin on Himself and to die on the cross, and then come back to life, so we could have a means of escaping eternal death -- separation from Him. We need only to believe and then accept or receive it, and acknowledge that Jesus is the Son of God, and that He did this for us. There is no other option or way or path -- only through Jesus. I know you've done a lot of research, but hell is a very real thing, it's not figurative it's real, so is the lake of fire -- it's eternal separation from God. The time to make our choice is now.

[@RaisingHell]

Hey John. Have you read the book to see how overwhelming the evidence is that hell is merely a man-made construct? From a Jewish perspective, the writer's of the NT, when Jesus said, "I am the way the truth and the LIFE, no man comes to the father except through me..." What he meant is that his way is the way. No one comes to the father except through the same path of death of the old and resurrection of the new. The entire New Testament is devoted to this message. "I have been crucified with Christ, it is no longer I who live...anyone who would come after me must take up his cross daily and follow me..." The path to heaven or eternal life is the same for all of us. Jesus came to show us that way of laying down the old Adam, and putting on the Second Adam. Thanks for your comments!

[@martinfell9165]

One of the basics of Christianity is the Omnipresence of God. God is everywhere all the time , there is no such thing as separation from God it's an impossiblity! All of mankind are in inseparable union with God. So if there was a hell to go to to be punished for ever. Then God would be there as well . being punished forever! Not one verse in the Bible says we have to choose now, there is no cut off point or expiry date. Everyone who doesn't believe before they die , will do so after according to Phil 2:10-11. John said Revelation was symbolic and figurative, so the the lake of fire is real but not a real lake or real fire! It's a figure of speech for the purifying love of God, it consumes wrong beliefs so is good for us! I ask to go to the lake of fire every day and you will too once you know what it is and for. It's as much for believers than non!

[@Mrm1985100]

I see Annihilationism as the Biblical option here. The wicked don't get to participate in the future age. It's Game Over for them.

[@martinfell9165]

What would be the point in annihilation? Particularly for those who have had a life of pain , misery and heartache! Why would God create mankind only to snuff them out? Is that really the best plan a loving parent can come up with? Universal salvation/restoration is the only result that matches God's nature, anything else would be a failure. Oh and another thing Paul says all mankind are righteous and justified with no sin being accounted. So to God there are no wicked people, only righteous , justified people , who haven't realised it yet but will one day!