The Right Message

A survey by the Barna Research Group in 2009 revealed that nearly one-half of the self-defined Christians in the United States believe that “the Bible, the Koran, and the Book of Mormon are all different expressions of the same spiritual truths” (Barna Group, April 10, 2009). In a pluralistic, syncretic society, in can seem narrow-minded to say the path to a restored relationship with God can only be obtained through Jesus Christ.

While it may be considered narrow-minded, the Bible is very clear about this truth. Acts 4:12 states, when referring to Jesus: “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.”  Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” 


While we are focusing on our responsibility to share the Good News of God's amazing grace, the message we must always share is this “...if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved” (Romans 10:9-10).   The jailor asked Paul and Silas in Acts 30:31, 32: “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved—you and your household.” 


So, before we look at the means and the motivation of our evangelistic efforts, let's be certain that we have the message right...Jesus is the way. In the old days, we used to sing it this way...“Jesus is the answer for the world today, Jesus is the way!” 

The way to redemption is not in my opinions or beliefs...it is in Jesus Christ! It is not in my particular church's dogmas or traditions...it is in Jesus Christ! It is not by my good works or goodness...it is in Jesus Christ! Thank God for Jesus!!!