David and Wendy discuss the purpose of evangelism and why it remains central to the Christian faith. Drawing from Wendy’s 25 years of experience working in evangelistic ministry—including with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association crusades, Need Him Global, and Fish the Net Ministries—she shares insight into how the gospel is meant to invite people into a restored relationship with God.

Through the perspective of Patristic Universalism, evangelism is not driven by fear, but by love. Its purpose is reconciliation: calling people to experience transformation now, to become a new creation in Christ, and to walk in the peace that comes from being restored to God. David and Wendy explore how sharing the gospel is ultimately about inviting people into the life of God and the healing of the human heart. In this episode, we explore the true purpose of evangelism through the lens of Patristic Universalism. Evangelism is not about fear, coercion, or escaping punishment—it is about inviting people into a restored relationship with God. The message of the gospel is the good news that through Christ, humanity is being reconciled to God and called into transformation.

The early Church understood salvation as more than a future hope; it is a present reality where hearts are healed, lives are changed, and people begin walking in the peace of God. Evangelism becomes an invitation to experience that reconciliation now—to move from spiritual death into life, from brokenness into restoration.

Join us as we discuss how the gospel calls people not only to believe, but to be transformed into a new creation, living in the peace and love of God while participating in His ultimate plan to restore all things.

Conditionalism also known as Annhilation is gaining support, but is it truly the view that supports a victorious Savior, and victory over death?

The New Testament repeatedly proclaims that Christ came to defeat sin, death, and the devil. The gospel is not simply about rescue for a few—it is about the ultimate triumph of God over everything that has corrupted creation.

But when we examine some theological views about the final destiny of humanity, we have to ask whether those views truly reflect the victory that Scripture describes.

Two views often discussed are annihilationism and eternal conscious torment. While they differ in important ways, both share something in common—they ultimately leave death as a permanent outcome for part of humanity.

Annihilationism teaches that some people will ultimately cease to exist. In this view, God finally destroys the wicked, removing them from existence entirely.

Another traditional view, Eternal Conscious Torment, teaches that some will suffer eternally without end.

But when we step back and consider the gospel message, an important question arises:
If death continues forever for part of humanity—whether through annihilation or endless torment—has death truly been defeated?

The New Testament repeatedly declares that Christ came to conquer death itself.

We discuss and compare two very different views. Patristic Universalism and Unitarianism.

Patristic Universalism is not a modern theological innovation. It is rooted in the early church and arises from the writings and reflections of respected Christian theologians who lived in the first centuries after the apostles.

These early Christian thinkers upheld the core doctrines of the historic Christian faith. They affirmed the divinity of Jesus Christ, the Trinity, the incarnation, the death and resurrection of Christ, and the authority of Scripture. Their hope in the ultimate restoration of all things was not outside the Christian faith—it was a theological reflection on the victory of Christ.

Several early church fathers expressed this hope. Among them were Origen of Alexandria, Gregory of Nyssa, and Gregory of Nazianzus. These were not fringe thinkers. They were leaders in the early church who helped shape Christian theology.

For example, Gregory of Nyssa, who was a major defender of the Trinity, spoke of God's redemptive purpose ultimately healing creation. In his writings he expressed hope that God's goodness would finally overcome all evil.

This belief was not based on philosophy alone—it was rooted in Scripture.

Listen to the words of the Apostle Paul in 1 Timothy 4:10:

"For to this end we labor and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of those who believe."

Paul also writes in Colossians 1:19–20:

"For it pleased the Father that in Him all the fullness should dwell, and by Him to reconcile all things to Himself, by Him, whether things on earth or things in heaven, having made peace through the blood of His cross."

And in 1 Corinthians 15:22–28 we see the sweeping vision of Christ’s victory:

"For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive… Then comes the end, when He delivers the kingdom to God the Father… that God may be all in all."

Patristic Universalism takes passages like these seriously. It asks whether the redemptive work of Christ might ultimately accomplish what Scripture declares—that Christ truly is the Savior of the world.

It is also important to recognize that the early fathers who held this hope fully upheld the foundational doctrines of Christianity.

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The story of redemption in Scripture is not the story of a God who overpowers the human will. Instead, it is the story of a God who heals the will, restores the heart, and lovingly draws humanity back to Himself. God does not conquer us by force; He conquers us by love, truth, and restoration.From the beginning, God created humanity with freedom. Love cannot exist without freedom. Yet when humanity fell into sin, our wills became wounded, confused, and enslaved to corruption. The good news of the Gospel is that Christ came not merely to forgive sin, but to heal the human will itself.Jesus said:“And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” — John 12:32 Notice the language of Christ. He does not say He will force all people to Himself. He says He will draw them. God’s victory is not coercion; it is transformation. Scripture teaches that the human will, though free, becomes bound when enslaved by sin.“Everyone who commits sin is a slave to sin.” — John 8:34 But Christ came to liberate the will.“For the Son has set you free.” — John 8:36 Freedom in Christ is more than a legal declaration—it is the healing of our inner nature so that we can truly desire God again.The prophet Ezekiel foretold this transformation:“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will remove the heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.” — Ezekiel 36:26 God does not force the stone heart to obey Him. He replaces it with a living heart capable of love.God’s Plan to Restore AllScripture repeatedly declares that God’s ultimate purpose is the restoration of all creation.“For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ shall all be made alive.” — 1 Corinthians 15:22 “Then comes the end… when He delivers the kingdom to God the Father… that God may be all in all.” — 1 Corinthians 15:24–28 The victory of Christ is complete when every will is healed and every soul freely returns to God.This is why Paul also says:“God our Savior… desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.” — 1 Timothy 2:3–4 If God truly desires all to be saved, and if God’s wisdom and love are greater than human resistance, then His work of restoration continues until every heart is healed.The Early Church FathersMany of the early church fathers understood salvation not as eternal coercion or endless punishment, but as the healing of the human soul.Origen of Alexandria taught that God works patiently through correction and grace until every creature is restored. He wrote:“The end is always like the beginning… for God will restore all things to their original state.” Gregory of Nyssa, one of the great theologians of the early church, described God’s work as a purifying fire that heals the soul:“The purpose of God’s judgment is not the destruction of the sinner, but the healing of the soul.” And the great Syrian father Isaac of Nineveh proclaimed the unstoppable mercy of God:“God’s love does not cease because of human sin… He will not abandon His creatures.” These fathers believed that God’s love is stronger than human rebellion. God does not violate freedom—He transforms it.

Scripture often reveals God’s purposes through patterns of three, a theme woven throughout the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. In this conversation, author Jim Strahan shares how he believes the Holy Spirit revealed these patterns in Scripture, showing a beautiful harmony between the writings of Moses, Paul, and John and God’s unfolding plan for humanity.

Moses, in the Torah, lays the foundation through the biblical feasts, which unfold in a threefold rhythm—spring, summer, and fall. These feasts prophetically point to God’s redemptive work. The spring feasts foreshadow Christ’s death and resurrection, the summer feast represents the harvest, and the fall feasts look ahead to the completion of God’s plan and the gathering of all people to Him.

Paul builds on this pattern in 1 Corinthians 15, where he explains the order of resurrection: Christ the firstfruits, then those who belong to Him, and finally the end when Christ brings all things under God’s authority. Paul reveals that resurrection unfolds in stages, pointing toward the ultimate restoration of humanity.

Finally, John, in the book of Revelation, gives the closing vision of God’s purpose. His imagery of resurrection, judgment, and the renewal of heaven and earth leads to the healing of the nations and the restoration of creation.

In this conversation, Jim Strahan explores how these three witnesses—Moses, Paul, and John—form a consistent biblical pattern. Through the pattern of three, the biblical feasts, and the teaching on resurrection, Scripture points toward God’s final goal: the restoration of humanity and the reconciliation of all creation to Himself. Visit his website Home | Author Jim Strahan

God knows and loves each of us personally and individually. He understands our struggles and our sorrows. He is the Great Physician; He came to heal and restore everyone back to wholeness and peace. This is a universal truth that is trustworthy and true. Please share this message with those who have lost hope and need a word of encouragement.

• Principle 1: The first Adam brought condemnation to all people, but the second Adam (Christ) brought life and justification to all people. (Romans 5:18)

• Principle 2: For God has consigned all men to disobedience so that He may have mercy on them all. (Romans 11:32)

• Principle 3: No man can boast (Ep 2:9), for it is not dependent on man's effort or desire, but on God's Mercy! (Romans 9:16)

• Principle 4: God gave Himself to restore all men. 1 Tim 2:3-5. He is the lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, (John 1:29).  

•  Principle 5: And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. (Romans 8:38)

• Principle 6: He canceled all charges held against us, nailing them to the Cross. (Colossians 2:14)

• Principle 7: All will come, and all will know the Lord. From the least to the greatest. "I will put my laws in their heart and in their mind". No one will say, "Know the Lord", for they will all know me" I will be their God, and they will be my people. (Hebrews 8:11)

How to Rest in Christ

• Nothing can prevent anyone from the love of God. He is with us at our best and our worst. (John 10:29)
• Repentance is turning your heart towards God and trusting Him, He will guide and transform you. (Matthew 3:2)
• Life is a journey, full of trials and tribulations.  We can rest in Christ, who will never leave us or forsake us.  (Hebrews 13:5)
• Share and let others know that we can rest in the love of God. (Acts 4:33)
• Grow in Christ and Know that God understands our weakness and is willing to help us when we need it. (Romans 8:26)
• Spend time in prayer, spending time in bible study or a group of individuals can be a great way to stay connected to God.  (Hebrews 4:15)

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Does Grace have a deadline? In this video we will discover how Jesus assured the salvation of those who did not make a decision to know or follow Him before their death. Visit our website www.Patristicuniversalism.com

A faith built primarily on theology, arguments, or human understanding is like a house built on sand. Ideas change, scholars disagree, and systems of belief rise and fall throughout history. When faith is rooted only in intellectual frameworks, it can easily be shaken when those frameworks are challenged.

But a faith rooted in Christ is different.

The early church fathers often emphasized that salvation is not merely about holding the correct theological formula, but about union with Christ—the One who came to heal, restore, and reconcile humanity. The restoration hope found in Patristic Universalism grows out of this foundation: the character of Jesus Himself. When we look at Christ—His mercy, His forgiveness, His victory over sin and death—we see the heart of God’s redemptive purpose.

Scripture reminds us:

“For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.”
—1 Corinthians 3:11

Our confidence is not in how well we construct theological arguments, but in the One who is faithful. Christ is the solid rock that remains when every storm passes through.

The storms of doubt, disagreement, and changing religious trends will come. Systems may shift and opinions may change. But when our foundation is Jesus—His love, His cross, and His power to restore—all things—our faith stands secure.

The house built on the Rock will not be washed away.

Throughout the Gospels, we see a powerful truth about the heart of God: everyone is invited to the table. Jesus did not come only for the perfect, the wealthy, the respected, or the religious elite. He came for all. The invitation of Christ is open to the broken, the overlooked, the sinner, the doubter, and the outcast. No one is excluded from His welcome.

During His ministry, Jesus repeatedly shared meals with those society rejected. In Gospel of Luke 5:31–32, Jesus says:

“It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.”

Jesus intentionally sat at tables with tax collectors, sinners, and those whom religious leaders considered unworthy. His actions revealed that God's kingdom is not reserved for the spiritually impressive. Instead, it is a place where grace meets human need.

One of the clearest pictures of this invitation is found in the parable of the great banquet. In Gospel of Luke 14:21–23, the master tells his servant:

“Go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame… Go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.”

The table of God is meant to be full. Those who often feel forgotten or unworthy are the very people Jesus seeks out and welcomes.

This truth echoes the heart of God throughout Scripture. First Timothy 2:3–4 tells us:

“God our Savior… wants all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.”

God’s desire is not limited to a select few. His love extends to every person.

The invitation is not based on appearance, status, or spiritual perfection. It is based on grace. As Book of Romans 5:8 reminds us:

“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

Before we cleaned up our lives, before we had the right words or perfect faith, the invitation had already been extended.

The table of Christ is a place of healing, restoration, and belonging. No one needs to earn their seat. The only requirement is to come.

In a world that often divides people into insiders and outsiders, Jesus does the opposite. He pulls up more chairs. He widens the table. And He continues to say to every soul:

"The Spirit and the bride say, ‘Come!’ And let the one who hears say, ‘Come!’ Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who wishes take the free gift of the water of life.” 

-Revelation 22:17

Join us for a powerful and uplifting conversation with author Robby Atwood, as we discuss his book Fascinated: Living in Awe of the Father. In this episode, Robby shares what it means to rediscover childlike wonder in our walk with God and to move beyond fear-based faith into a deep, abiding awe of the Father’s love.

We explore how fascination with God transforms our spiritual life, restores joy, and reshapes the way we see ourselves and others. If you’re longing for a faith that feels alive, intimate, and rooted in the goodness of the Father, this conversation will encourage and refresh your soul. Visit his website and ministry, at Robby Atwood Listen to Robby Atwood's worship Music on Spotify.

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