1. Jesus in a Pluralistic World
Christopher Cone, Th.D, Ph.D, Ph.D
drcone.com
calvary.edu

2. Terms
Pluralism – a condition or system in which two or more sources of authority coexist.
Universalism –  a condition or system in which everyone is saved regardless of belief
Inclusiveness – a condition or system that includes everyone
Exclusiveness – a condition or system that excludes some

4. Context for Terms

5. Context for Terms

6. Claims of Exclusivity
Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. – Jn 14:6.
And there is salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men by which we must be saved. – Ac 4:12.
For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. – Rom 1:16

7. Exclusivity Engaging With Pluralism
1 Kings 18:21ff – Elijah and the prophets of Baal
Heb 11:24-27 – Moses in Egypt
1 Tim 6:5, 2 Tim 3:12-17 – Timothy and soundness
Acts 17:16ff – Paul in Athens

8. but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence; – 1 Pet 3:15.