People may exercise their free will to choose Christian salvation

People may exercise their free will to choose Christian salvation
Subjects
Christianity	Free will
Salvation	Theology
Linking arguments
All people will eventually attain Christian salvation All people can achieve salvation because of the martyrdom of Jesus, which satisfies the requisite punishment that would otherwise prevent salvation The people selected by God for salvation are chosen without regard to any quality on their part People possess the ability to make choices The people selected by God for salvation are chosen because they exercise their free will to adhere to the Christian faith Salvation is possible only through Jesus, who is the sole mediator between God and humanity

Supporting arguments

Jesus' sacrifice is what gave people the capacity to choose a life that pleases God. This ability is God-given and is called prevenient grace. 

• • Related argument: All people are able to achieve salvation because of the sacrifice of Jesus.

Opposing arguments

The Bible makes it clear that people can and do resist God's grace. 

• • Related argument: People can resist grace given by God.