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At the beginning of this program we learned: “People have many reasons for rejecting the Christian faith. Some may admire Christ but dislike His followers. Others find it difficult to accept any faith that claims to be the only way to God. Why would anyone limit themselves to only one of the world’s great religions?” How valid are each of these objections? What is your response to each?
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We all dislike to be told what to do. Many people who call themselves christians are misrepresenting our beliefs. As human beings, we get upset when told there is only one way to God. Freedom is their religion.
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Those who reject these beliefs often have trouble submitting themselves to something fully- they are always seeking more. You must fully submit to the Lord.
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Jesus’s claims and miracles were accurate and valid based on numerous eyewitness accounts. He and the Father are one. Therefore He has the authority to calm storms and bring healing and restoration as revealed in Scripture. Since He established His authority as “I AM”, there is no other way to God. No man comes to the Father except through Jesus, His Son.
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These objections make sense coming from the world’s point of view, but are not valid.
Disliking Christ’s followers (or Christians) stems from hypocrisy that comes from being human. As a human, who isn’t perfect, we make mistakes. Sometimes these are large and in the public eye. Those moments, paint a picture of Christianity that isn’t a true picture of who Christ is.
A person would limit themselves to one religion because Jesus is the only one in all religions to show that He is who He said He is. He is “the way, the truth and the life”. The only way, truth and life.
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A reason someone might limit themselves to only one of the world’s great religions is that they offer comfort and truth. When one believes in a higher power, such as Jesus Christ, they put their faith into something bigger than themselves. They need not worry about the petty problems on this world because their hope is found in an eternal God that promises an aterlife of complete and utter joy. For example, when one chooses to follow Jesus and accept Him as their Savior, they no longer have to put their hope in this world. Christianity promises salvation when you accept Jesus as your God and Savior. It is not “limiting” but instead FREEING when one chooses to follow Jesus Christ.
