Is it arrogant for Jesus to claim to be the only way to get to heaven?

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Writer Steve Schramm explains a potentially uncomfortable claim within Christianity 

When Jesus said, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me,” (John 14:6 CSB) was he being arrogant? Many sceptics – and even some Christians! – are offended by the idea that Christianity is an ‘exclusive’ religion. At first glance, it might seem arrogant of Jesus to think that he is the only way to get to heaven. But is it really arrogance on Jesus’ part, or something else entirely?

What is arrogance, and why do people find it offensive?

These days more than ever, it is vitally important to define terms. Thoughtful communicators can no longer assume that everyone is on the same page at the outset of a conversation.

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