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Ripley's Rankin Home: Pastoral Outlook for FugitivesRead the article this discussion is about
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» H2O - A theological point In my piece I offer this quote by Rev. Rankin:"They were all children of God by creation and some of them I believe were redeemed by the blood of the Lamb." As editor of the Lutheranism topic, I'm sorry I let this pass without comment. For the very nature of salvation is discussed in this quote. The death of Jesus on the cross was for the redemption of the entire world, every single person. Of course, there is the "theologian's cross;" trying to answer the question "Why are some saved and others aren't?" And needing answers, some will assign a theory called "double predestination." In essence, the theory goes, God chose some to be saved and others to be damned. Now, does this sound loving, to create people just to send them to hell? There are no clear answers from Scripture on why some reject the message of God's salvation. But it does not negate the attitude God has of "wanting all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of truth." All who passed through Rev. Rankin's home were redeemed by the blood of the Lamb. John -- posted by H2O » swest - Great Article! One of the most memorable experiences I've had was a visit to the Rankin House. We walked up the long, steep driveway and discovered that the moment one steps on this property, a difference in "atmosphere" is apparent. Such a peaceful place! I can well imagine the relief slaves might have felt the moment they arrived. And such a view of the river! The house and grounds stand as a visual testimony to the convictions of a great man and woman of the Christian faith.-- posted by swest » susannahoh - Rankin House With all the articles here about Ripley, Ohio and the Rankin House, I thought folks would like to know that the regular season will be extended through December 12 (this is the weekend of Ripley's annual holiday festival, River Village Christmas, and the Sunday of our annual HIstoric House tour; Rankin House included on the tour). Hours are Wed.-Sat. 10 am-5 pm, Sun. noon-5 pm. Admission $3/adults, $1 students (K-12)Susannah -- posted by susannahoh
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