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Not All Roads Lead to Heaven: Sharing an Exclusive Jesus in an Inclusive World
Almost 60 percent of those in American evangelical churches believe that many religions can lead to eternal life. But if Jesus is to be trusted when he says that no one comes to the Father except through him, the church is failing in its mission. And it's not hard to guess why. An exclusive Jesus just isn't popular in our inclusive world.
Dr. Robert Jeffress calls on Christians to recover the exclusive claims of the one they claim as Lord and Savior, not as a way to keep people out of heaven but as the only way to invite them in. He tackles questions like
- Can people be saved who have never heard of Christ?
- What about those who worship God by another name?
- Do children automatically go to Heaven when they die?
True compassion for non-Christians doesn't lie in letting them go their way while we go ours, but in sharing the only true way with them.
Dr. Robert Jeffress calls on Christians to recover the exclusive claims of the one they claim as Lord and Savior, not as a way to keep people out of heaven but as the only way to invite them in. He tackles questions like
- Can people be saved who have never heard of Christ?
- What about those who worship God by another name?
- Do children automatically go to Heaven when they die?
True compassion for non-Christians doesn't lie in letting them go their way while we go ours, but in sharing the only true way with them.
208 pages, Hardcover
First published February 16, 2016
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About the author
Robert Jeffress
127 books83 followersDr. Robert Jeffress is senior pastor of the 16,000-member First Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas, and is a Fox News contributor. His daily radio program, Pathway to Victory, is heard on more than 1,000 stations nationwide, and his weekly television program is seen in 195 countries around the world. Jeffress has appeared on many media outlets, such as Fox & Friends, Hannity, Good Morning America, and Real Time with Bill Maher. He is the author of more than 30 books, including Not All Roads Lead to Heaven, Choosing the Extraordinary Life, 18 Minutes with Jesus, What Every Christian Should Know,and The 10. He lives in Dallas.
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February 15, 2020
No holes barred
The author is like a dog with a bone (and I mean that in the best way possible!). This is a must read for you no matter how you think or have been taught about the nature of God. A real eye-opener.
The author is like a dog with a bone (and I mean that in the best way possible!). This is a must read for you no matter how you think or have been taught about the nature of God. A real eye-opener.
May 13, 2020
Jeffress's book presents the case for the exclusiveness of Christianity, that trust in Jesus as Savior and repentance before physical death is the only way to have a right relationship with God and enter Heaven after death.
I was disappointed. Jeffress does a nice job explaining his position, a position that I share for the most part. He does not present arguments in a convincing way and that was disappointing. His arguments were so weak. By the way he presented the facts, no thoughtful person would be convinced of his position . I was not reassured of our shared position after reading the book, in fact I am no more convince than I was before.
His final chapter was titled "Simple answers to complex question" in which he gives "sound bite" answers to present to someone that does not share our position. This may be the problem non-believer have with conservative evangelicals (1930's style fundamentalist), that they give simpleton answers to a complex topics.
One argument on page 172-173 that Jeffress puts forth is based on sympathizing for a person. Since we have sympathy for a person, the augment goes, it proves God will have sympathy for him and accept him into heaven. Now, the augment would have been more convincing if he would have showed in scripture that God bases who he has sympathy on who man has sympathy. And that God accepts into heaven the person on whom he has sympathy.
Even when Jeffress uses scripture to prove his point, it is not done well. Just by quoting scripture one has not proven a point. Satan used scripture on Jesus during his 40 day fast in the desert, but he did not prove his point to Jesus. Proper interpretation of scripture is still needed.
For those who believe that all people go to Heaven; for those who believe that one can die, go to Sheol, then believe in Jesus and repent and then go to heaven and have a relationship with God; for those who believe that one can pray to any god, that all gods are Jehovah just called by another name; don't expect much from this book.
I was disappointed. Jeffress does a nice job explaining his position, a position that I share for the most part. He does not present arguments in a convincing way and that was disappointing. His arguments were so weak. By the way he presented the facts, no thoughtful person would be convinced of his position . I was not reassured of our shared position after reading the book, in fact I am no more convince than I was before.
His final chapter was titled "Simple answers to complex question" in which he gives "sound bite" answers to present to someone that does not share our position. This may be the problem non-believer have with conservative evangelicals (1930's style fundamentalist), that they give simpleton answers to a complex topics.
One argument on page 172-173 that Jeffress puts forth is based on sympathizing for a person. Since we have sympathy for a person, the augment goes, it proves God will have sympathy for him and accept him into heaven. Now, the augment would have been more convincing if he would have showed in scripture that God bases who he has sympathy on who man has sympathy. And that God accepts into heaven the person on whom he has sympathy.
Even when Jeffress uses scripture to prove his point, it is not done well. Just by quoting scripture one has not proven a point. Satan used scripture on Jesus during his 40 day fast in the desert, but he did not prove his point to Jesus. Proper interpretation of scripture is still needed.
For those who believe that all people go to Heaven; for those who believe that one can die, go to Sheol, then believe in Jesus and repent and then go to heaven and have a relationship with God; for those who believe that one can pray to any god, that all gods are Jehovah just called by another name; don't expect much from this book.
November 17, 2017
At one point in His ministry, Jesus asked his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" (Matthew 16:15) We all have to answer this question -- our eternal destiny depends on it. Dr. Jeffress presents the gospel -- the only true way to heaven -- in this straight-forward, Bible-based commentary. At the end of the book, he provides simple answers (talking points) to complex questions that often arise when one is sharing the gospel message. This book is well worth the read.
May 7, 2020
Love Pastor Robert Jeffress's work. He is bold and shows readers how to be bold in sharing the Word of God. Supported by the meat of Scripture, this book is a great refresher for the faithful or a primer for a new Christian. The last chapter is a Q&A with the hard questions and arguments Christians frequently get from nonbelievers along with Bible-based answers to those quandaries.
April 10, 2022
Excellent book
This is a good book to help Christians sort out their thoughts about how they think or react to people who say all religions or ways lead to heaven. The author has a lot of great examples and stories you can use when talking to others. I guarantee you will enjoy this book if you are a Christian. And if not you will have a lot to think about.
This is a good book to help Christians sort out their thoughts about how they think or react to people who say all religions or ways lead to heaven. The author has a lot of great examples and stories you can use when talking to others. I guarantee you will enjoy this book if you are a Christian. And if not you will have a lot to think about.
April 20, 2017
Great book! I definitely enjoy Dr. Jeffress' writing style! His theology is biblical, and true. This might be one of the most important books you'll ever read.
November 10, 2017
This is another great book by Dr. Jeffress. He explains there is one true God and you must believe in Jesus in order to be saved and have eternal life.
March 8, 2018
Apologetics for believers.
Finally a way to explain what we know and profess. A must read for every Christian seeking to explain the exclusivity of Our Saviour.
Finally a way to explain what we know and profess. A must read for every Christian seeking to explain the exclusivity of Our Saviour.
January 16, 2021
An excellent book on a tricky topic
March 25, 2021
Very interesting book. I certainly learned a few things which hopefully I will put to use in my Christian journey.
October 26, 2023
Good answers with scriptural backup. Also how to answer questions of non believers.
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September 19, 2019I won a copy of this book during a Goodreads giveaway. I am under no obligation to leave a review or rating and do so voluntarily. I am paying it forward by passing this book along to a family member who I think will enjoy it too.
January 4, 2022
Enjoyable read
Prolific author Robert Jeffress reasons through the most common questions regarding the exclusive way to heaven through Jesus, and related arguments.
No long words, and an enjoyable read.
Prolific author Robert Jeffress reasons through the most common questions regarding the exclusive way to heaven through Jesus, and related arguments.
No long words, and an enjoyable read.
March 22, 2018
A must read!
Everyone needs to read this book, if they are in any way concerned about getting to heaven, whether they are already believers or not.
Everyone needs to read this book, if they are in any way concerned about getting to heaven, whether they are already believers or not.
September 10, 2018
Very Good Read
This is Very Educational for Everybody! Answers some very difficult questions. I Highly recommend everyone to read and put into action.
This is Very Educational for Everybody! Answers some very difficult questions. I Highly recommend everyone to read and put into action.
September 21, 2018
Excellent!
October 19, 2018
Brought some peace to my heart especially the chapter on children and heaven.
May 12, 2019
I'm going to Heaven!
This book is wonderful at explaining the evidence for the exclusivity of our savior, Jesus. Thank you Dr. Jeffress for using God's gift to spread His message.
This book is wonderful at explaining the evidence for the exclusivity of our savior, Jesus. Thank you Dr. Jeffress for using God's gift to spread His message.
April 25, 2024
Great resource !!!
May 11, 2024
Great book!
July 23, 2016
Ready to Give an Answer -
What is Christianity’s must offensive belief? Tough question, isn’t it? Well, according to Dr. Robert Jeffress in his latest book Not All Roads Lead to Heaven, it is the Biblical teaching that faith in Jesus is the exclusive way to heaven.
We have all heard the secular religious mantra that all faiths are equally valid and that all of us are basically good people. But what does the Bible really say? In this well written and accessible book Dr. Jeffress draws upon his extensive knowledge of the Scripture and his personal exploration of the subject to provide a compelling case for the exclusivity of the Christian faith.
Undoubtedly this is a controversial subject and Dr. Jeffress pulls no punches but his straight forward approach to the subject is tempered with a genuine love for those who have not taken that “leap of faith” as he describes it.
A few chapters which really spoke to me were those addressing the questions or in some cases the accusations we are often challenged with when sharing our faith:
1. Christianity’s Most Offensive Belief
5. The Intolerant Christ
7. What about Those Who Have Never Heard?
8. What about Those Who Could Never Believe in Christ?
Dr. Jeffress addresses these questions and several more with sound and simple Biblical arguments. After reading this book I know I am better equipped to fulfill the Biblical mandate to give a reasonable answer to some of the most difficult and important questions of our Christian faith.
1 Peter 3:15 – But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear
What is Christianity’s must offensive belief? Tough question, isn’t it? Well, according to Dr. Robert Jeffress in his latest book Not All Roads Lead to Heaven, it is the Biblical teaching that faith in Jesus is the exclusive way to heaven.
We have all heard the secular religious mantra that all faiths are equally valid and that all of us are basically good people. But what does the Bible really say? In this well written and accessible book Dr. Jeffress draws upon his extensive knowledge of the Scripture and his personal exploration of the subject to provide a compelling case for the exclusivity of the Christian faith.
Undoubtedly this is a controversial subject and Dr. Jeffress pulls no punches but his straight forward approach to the subject is tempered with a genuine love for those who have not taken that “leap of faith” as he describes it.
A few chapters which really spoke to me were those addressing the questions or in some cases the accusations we are often challenged with when sharing our faith:
1. Christianity’s Most Offensive Belief
5. The Intolerant Christ
7. What about Those Who Have Never Heard?
8. What about Those Who Could Never Believe in Christ?
Dr. Jeffress addresses these questions and several more with sound and simple Biblical arguments. After reading this book I know I am better equipped to fulfill the Biblical mandate to give a reasonable answer to some of the most difficult and important questions of our Christian faith.
1 Peter 3:15 – But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear
July 10, 2016
This is definitely a book every Christian should read! In today's society Jesus being the only way to salvation, eternal life has been watered down and turned into one of the ways.
"...the single greatest stumbling block for nonbelievers coming to faith in Christ is the issue of exclusivity." pg. 14
Sadly, it is not just lay people watering down the way of salvation but pastors/ministers, and popes, too!
We are trying to make Jesus fit the world, and this is not how salvation works. We try to make the Bible say what we want it to say, so as not to offend anyone. Jesus spoke the truth at all times, and it's only through the truth, that we and others can make it to heaven.
"In this book, I will provide you with clear, biblical answer to the seven most common objections to the exclusivity of Christ." pg. 16
Pick up this book, read it, study the Scriptures shared and as you do you will be challenged, encouraged and more. The goal of this book is not to win an argument.
"Instead, always and foremost, our goal is to do the most loving thing we can do for any person-to win him or her to saving faith in God's only way to eternal life: through Christ alone." pg. 193
I give this book 4 stars.
"...the single greatest stumbling block for nonbelievers coming to faith in Christ is the issue of exclusivity." pg. 14
Sadly, it is not just lay people watering down the way of salvation but pastors/ministers, and popes, too!
We are trying to make Jesus fit the world, and this is not how salvation works. We try to make the Bible say what we want it to say, so as not to offend anyone. Jesus spoke the truth at all times, and it's only through the truth, that we and others can make it to heaven.
"In this book, I will provide you with clear, biblical answer to the seven most common objections to the exclusivity of Christ." pg. 16
Pick up this book, read it, study the Scriptures shared and as you do you will be challenged, encouraged and more. The goal of this book is not to win an argument.
"Instead, always and foremost, our goal is to do the most loving thing we can do for any person-to win him or her to saving faith in God's only way to eternal life: through Christ alone." pg. 193
I give this book 4 stars.
March 14, 2016
This is a very good and quick read. It was good to brush up on the doctrine of the exclusivity of Jesus Christ, He's the only way to salvation. I think many in the church have forgotten that, become very comfortable, and forget to proclaim Him to our lost world. I know that's been my case often. I give this book a 4/5, I thought it didn't go deep enough into answering the question of what happened to people before Christ. The rest was pretty solid. It will help equip you with some good and consise answers.
September 13, 2016
For the most part, very solid. However, he did lose me a little when he talked about how the Old Testament-era people could be saved even though they didn't have the opportunity to know (therefore, believe in) Jesus. I don't disagree; his point on this was just a little meandering and indirect and not as convincing as it could have been. And the same goes for his mention of mentally-challenged adults, babies, children, etc. and the fate of their souls. Again, I don't disagree, I have just heard it explained much more effectively and convincingly elsewhere.
January 23, 2024
This book accomplishes one clear goal: to show using ample evidence from the Bible that only believers in Jesus receive salvation. Not all religions worship basically the same God and you don’t get there by just being a good person. He gives many examples to support his argument and I found some really interesting facts linking the prophecies of OT to the teachings of Jesus Christ. Very valuable insights. The fourth and fifth discs in the audiobook get into the nitty gritty so don’t give up. It can be slow in parts.
February 5, 2017
Robert Jeffress lays out clearly the Biblical claim of the exclusivity of Christ. He surveys the Biblical teaching thoroughly. He shows that to deny the claims of Christ would lead to faith falling like a chain of dominoes. Effective use of illustrations emphasize the truth claims that he makes. This is a much needed book in a world where relativism is rampant.
March 9, 2016
I admire Pastor Jeffress for his ability to talk about his Christian faith to non-believers in a non-aggressive, but loving way. I read this book looking to strengthen my ability to talk about my faith with non-believers.
March 16, 2016
The Holy Gospels as fulfilled by Christ reveal that only through the grace of Christ are the elect saved. This book provides the support needed to understand how Christianity is the only TRUE religion. An excellent and essential read for those who want to understand exclusivity.
April 30, 2016
I received this book as a #goodreadsgiveaway. I was interested to see what Dr. Jeffress had to say. All I can say is NO!
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