(May 8, 2016 at 8:19 am)Mr.wizard Wrote:(May 8, 2016 at 8:10 am)SteveII Wrote: Yes, of course they have. As an example, Billy Graham has spoken to millions of people in large events specifically designed to reach unbelievers. They respond to the message by the thousands--many with discussions and conversions on the spot. People who do profess or who are interested in learning more are assigned to a local church for followup.
He means has anyone had a personal experience with Jesus, while never having come in contact with the message of Jesus or Christianity.
Rob specifically said "for long periods" and that is what I answered.
If you are asking if the life and teachings of Jesus resonate with someone who has never heard anything about the life and teachings of Jesus, then no.
Can God speak to someone's heart who will never hear the message? I believe yes, but that interaction would be between God and that person and no one else is going to be able to comment/judge/deny on whether that is real or not.
