There are so many different religions, cults, etc. Aren't their answers valid? Who's to say that they are not correct?

This is an extremely critical question! For to "err" in our answer to this question would result in the loss of salvation and the experiencing of eternal damnation. The correct answer to this question depends exclusively on the validity of the authority used to discern the answer. Our answer will be formulated by using the only infallible, inerrant authority which there is, the Holy Spirit inspired Word of God, the Bible.

Historical Context (Acts 4:10-12)

Please note that Peter's bold declaration presented a direct threat to the religious leadership of the Pharisees and Sadducees who have played an extremely important role in the crucifying of Jesus Christ. The Sadducees, in fact, denied the very reality and possibility of there being a ressurection! Consequently, these religious leaders sought to silence the testimony of the Apostles as quickly as possible.

Study Questions (Acts 4:10-12)

1. What is the 'stone' that Peter speaks of in this passage?

2. What is the significance becoming the 'head of the corner'?

3. What is the name which Peter is referring to 'by which we must be saved'?

4. What is the reaction of most people to there being only a single way of salvation?

Cross References (Acts 4:10-12)

Commentary (Acts 4:10-12)

Please notice that the religious leaders spoken of in Acts 4, the Jewish "supreme court" known as the Sanhedrin, knew that Peter and John were "ordinary, uneducated men", and yet they spoke with a wise and fearless boldness! The reason? "These men had been with Jesus" (v.13) The fact that Peter and John and the other Apostles had personally witnessed the ressurection, that is, that they had personally seen Jesus alive after he was dead and buried, was used of God to inspire them in their bold witness. As we, by the grace and mercy, Spirit and strength of the Lord our God, grow in our faith and in our relationship with Jesus Christ - through prayer and the reading, studying, and reflecting upon the Bible, God's Holy Word, we, too, will grow in our ability to fearlessly give testimony to our faith, the only means of salvation, faith in the Name of the only begotten Son of God, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!

Historical Context (John 14:6-6)

Please note that this declaration by Jesus and this discussion with Jesus occurred in the context of a growing revelation by Jesus that He was, in fact, the Messiah, as well as in the context of the disciples' growing realization that the Messiah was to be a "suffering servant", One who would suffer and die for the sins of His people and gain victory and attain His crown through the cross.

Study Questions (John 14:6-6)

1. What is the Biblical significance of the phrase 'I am'?

2. What is the Biblical significance of the phrase 'the way'?

3. What else does Jesus refer to as being 'the truth'?

4. What does Jesus mean by 'coming unto the Father'?

5. How do you suppose Jesus becomes the means of our access to the Father?

Cross References (John 14:6-6)

Commentary (John 14:6-6)

Jesus spoke these words just before he suffered and died on Calvary's cross. This passage indicates that Jesus' disciples were very fearful and troubled at the prospect of His departing from them. Therefore, the greatest comfort He could possibly give to them, and the greatest comfort which anyone in any circumstance of distress could find, is the realization that they would be with Him forever in the very presence of His heavenly Father, an access to be gained solely by grace, solely through faith in His name.

Historical Context (1 Timothy 2:5-5)

Throughout Old Testament history, the priests and Levites served as 'go-betweens' between God and His people. They interceded on behalf of the people before God, and they brought God's Word and blessing to the people. The problem with this Old Testament ceremonial and sacrificial system was that these human mediators themselves were sinners in need of salvation. Therefore, they simply served as a type or figure of our one, great, perfect, eternal High Priest, our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Study Questions (1 Timothy 2:5-5)

1. What do you understand by the term 'mediator'?

2. What are some examples of modern day 'mediators' in society today?

3. How would a mediator guage their success?

4. How does the One mediator between God and man, Jesus Christ, accomplish His goal, or, 'obtain success'?

5. How many ways or means of salvation are there?

Cross References (1 Timothy 2:5-5)

Commentary (1 Timothy 2:5-5)

Even though Christians have been accused of polytheism due to their belief in the Holy Trinity [Father, Son and Holy Spirit], the fact is that Christians also subscribe to the Jewish shema, the declaration of Deuteronomy 6:4, "Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God [is] one LORD". So, Christians do in fact believe in one God, and consequently, also in only one means of salvation, the only means which God himself as established: faith in His Son Jesus Christ.