Carol, that was well put, and I have not any doctrinal dispute with the way you have put it. Your original post did not convey that message to me but then that may be what I read into it.
It was posted by Josh on the other subject line, and you seemed to say God didn't turn his back on anyone...and although that sounds harsh, it is clearly implied.
I don't think we disagree after reading your post above.
In light of your stated goal, to bring the gospel to people of other cultures, this is not a topic to debate here, but I was interested in your take, since you seem well informed in general.
Thanks for your response and time.