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In contrast to our increasingly plural (many religions and ideologies) society’s claim that all roads lead to Heaven, Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life…” (John 14:6). Many insist that this exclusive claim about truth and salvation is prideful and leads to mistreatment of others in a diverse society. But that is incorrect, as shown by Scripture and a deeper review of the arguments concerning ultimate truth and human societies. Here is why Christ’s exclusive claim is exactly what we and our culture need right now.
Outline:
1. Everyone makes exclusive claims.
2. Exclusive claims cannot all be true.
3. Christ’s exclusive claim is exactly what we need.
Key Takeaways:
- America’s favorite color.
- Our troubling inability to condemn evil.
- The actual meaning of coexist bumper stickers.
- We need ultimate moral values, i.e. murder is wrong.
- We also need a check on the pride and lust for power in the human heart.
- Why the cross provides both and is exactly what our society needs right now.
For more on this topic, consider Josh’s book Persuasion Points: Practical Responses to Culture’s Toughest Questions.