The worlds culture preaches conformity and tollorance. We are to accept each other's philosophy as truth according to them, even when that philosophy is not theirs. Compromise is on the menu and we as Christians are expected by the world to keep our mouths shut and be tolerant of others beliefs and lifestyle.
The false religions of Islam and Mormonism are prime examples of what Paul is addressing here in Galations. When someone speaks of God, are we talking about the same God? As far as God as the uncreated, creator of the universe is concerned. But, that is about the only similarity. By the time of Mohamed the bible was canonized and he was more then aware of it, he rejected it. Nothing about these and other religions have a gospel. They reject Gods word and his Son. They reject the trinity, Mohamed called the angel Gabriel the Holy Spirit.
We should be praying and live in peace with those of differing beliefs. The key to helping those who have been deceived by the lord of this world is through relationship. So the next time you meet a person of a different faith don't try and get out of there. Make an effort to find some common ground and begin the relationship that could save their soul. This is your calling!
Pastor Patrick
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