Only One Savior: Why the True Christ Matters
In a world filled with spiritual options, the claim that Jesus Christ is the only way to God is often labeled as narrow or intolerant. Yet this is precisely what Jesus Himself taught:
“I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.” (John 14:6, WEB)
But even among those who speak about “Jesus,” not all versions of Jesus are the same. Many groups—from cults to world religions—use His name but distort His identity. And that difference makes all the difference.
Knowing the Jesus, Not Just a Jesus
Imagine a man passionately telling others about his wife—how much he loves her, how close they are. Then imagine that, when asked to identify her in a group, he can’t pick her out. You’d question the relationship.
The same is true with Christ.
Many people talk about “believing in Jesus,” but the real question is: Do you know the true Jesus—the One revealed in Scripture?
False religions and cults often redefine Jesus:
Some say He was just a prophet or moral teacher.
Others say He’s a created being—less than God.
Some twist His mission to be political, mystical, or self-help focused.
But the biblical Jesus is eternal, divine, crucified, risen, and returning. He is both God and man, the second Person of the Trinity, and the only Savior of the world.
“Whoever denies the Son doesn’t have the Father either. He who confesses the Son has the Father also.” (1 John 2:23)
False Christs, Real Consequences
Jesus Himself warned that many would come in His name, claiming His authority, but leading people astray (Matthew 24:4–5). Paul warned of “another Jesus” being preached (2 Corinthians 11:4), and John told us to “test the spirits” (1 John 4:1) because not every spiritual message is from God.
It’s not enough to use Jesus’ name. The gospel doesn’t save because of the label, but because of the truth of who He is and what He’s done.
The Exclusive, Beautiful Gospel
The exclusivity of Christ isn’t about arrogance—it’s about accuracy. There is only one Savior because there is only one sufficient sacrifice, only one perfect righteousness, and only one resurrection from the dead.
This exclusivity is also what makes the gospel so precious. In Christ, God has truly made a way—a way that doesn’t depend on our works, rituals, or religious performance. But that way is found only in Jesus as He truly is.
“There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!” (Acts 4:12)
So What Should We Do?
Know the real Jesus by reading the Scriptures—especially the Gospels.
Test every teaching about Christ. Is it consistent with the Bible’s witness?
Share the true gospel with gentleness and confidence, knowing that many have never heard the real thing.
Pray for discernment in a world filled with spiritual counterfeits.
Final Thought
The real Jesus is better than any counterfeit. He’s not just a prophet, guru, or example—He’s the Savior-King, the risen Lord, and the only hope for the world. Let’s not settle for substitutes. Let’s cling to the One who gave Himself for us and is coming again in glory.