PT: I would say no (from a faith standpoint) for the fact that God chooses whom will follow Christ. And being he has already "mapped" out our lives he would push us away if we were not wothy of eternal life. besides if you truly believe then how could you turn your back on something your mind and heart say is true.
Ben Johnson:
I will try to locate a much more concreate passage (i think it is in John ill have to reread it) but at this time this is the one i found. I post one line above and one line below so it can not come out of context. Take the last few words from line 28 and the whole line 29 as my actual quote.
(NIV)
(Philippians)
"27
Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel
28
without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved--and that by God.
29
For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for him,
30
since you are going through the same struggle you saw I had, and now hear that I still have."
(Thessalonians)
"12
and so that all will be condemned who have not believed the truth but have delighted in wickedness.
13
But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord, because from the beginning God chose you to be saved through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth.
14
He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.
15
So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the teachings we passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by letter."