This is a One Time Offer . . .

Buy into the hype and be saved. It's a very attractive offer. If you repent of your sins and when you die you can be guaranteed an eternity of bliss. For the hard working and under-appreciated it's a sweet deal. It was also a pretty safe bet. In many pagan religions entry into "heaven" was dependent on acts not beliefs. In Norse mythology entrance into Valhalla wasn't dependent on your belief in Odin as the all father. The sole measure of your worth was your honor and skill as a warrior. Only the truly brave and great made it into Valhalla regardless of their religious convictions.

Christian heaven is less exclusive a club. The message is simple "convert and be saved." With Augustine, he uses his life as an example, a testimonial as in "I was unhappy and then I tried going outside, making friends, and eating Subway. Thanks Subway!!"