Many seem content to rely on the results of popular opinion polls. Admittedly, there is a certain feeling of comfort we get in knowing that most feel the way we do on certain issues. But that is often a false and misguided comfort. Change agents freely cite such sources when doing so bolsters their case. But the results of such polls are often skewed because questions are asked in such a way as to solicit the desired response. We have been programmed to believe that the majority rules, even in matters of morality.
What does the Bible say about the subject? Jesus says, “I am the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but through Me” (Jn. 14:6). Christ was very exclusive in His claims. Similarly, Peter says, “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” (Acts 4:12). Christianity is clearly an exclusive religion.
Near the end of His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus says, “Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is broad that leads to destruction, and there are many who enter through it. For the gate is small and the way is narrow that leads to life, and there are few who find it” (Matthew 7:13–14). Before allowing the majority to set your path in life, remember that most people will be lost. Why? Because they are unwilling to subject themselves to the authority of Christ. Jesus says, “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven; but he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven” (Mt. 7:21).
We must follow God’s word as our guide in religious faith and practice. While popular opinion polls may tell us what people think; the Bible tells us was God requires. Remember, we will stand before God and not men on the Day of Judgment.
— Glen Elliott —