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The idea of some religions being “right” and others being “wrong” is uncomfortable in a society where we feel that every single person deserves absolute equal freedom of thought.
Jesus Is the Only Way to Heaven
However, if you truly believe that Jesus is who he says he is, then logically, he is the only way to heaven. Because he paved the way to heaven by first dying for our sins, our souls would shrivel up without him, and there would be no eternal promise of heaven.
It All Depends on Your View of Jesus
There are people who say Jesus was absolutely the Messiah, son of God. There are also people who say that he was crazy or a fake. Some even say that he was merely a prophet and a good guy. What you believe about Jesus decides what you think about heaven. We need to look into what the Bible says about Jesus, his life, and our salvation.
The Bible Says You Need Jesus
The question of where that leaves anyone of any other religion is daunting because the answer is that we don’t exactly know. Long term, if someone does not have Jesus, and never knows Jesus as who he truly is, they will not have God. The Bible says that they will not go to heaven. A human cannot ever truly know how God deals with souls on an individual basis.
Hell is not a place for people of other religions or “bad” people. The Bible says, though, that anyone who depends on their own understanding and will to go through life instead of relying on Jesus for their salvation is not headed for heaven. People in America want a president- someone who relies on the principle of equality. However, Jesus is a king who is perfect and more than worthy of our trust. While this may not line up with our individualistic ideals, it is a truth for all to look into further by reading his word and interacting with his people and church.
- What is your initial reaction to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Do you believe there is only one God, and that there is only one way to approach that God? Defend your answer.
- Do you believe that Jesus is who he said he is? Explain.
- Does it bother you that the claims of evangelical Christianity are narrow? Is it a legitimate response to reject those claims on that basis? Why or why not?
- “Every human being chooses an identity – either based on the grace of God or on your own performance and ability.” Do you agree with this statement? What identity have you chosen? Explain.
- Write a personal action step based on this conversation.
