3. Religious Pluralism and Theology - Narrow and Broad Exclusivism

Theological Exclusivism

The belief that there is no salvation outside of Christianity.

Broad Exclusivism

The view that generally all Christians will be saved regardless of denomination or specific beliefs.

Narrow Exclusivism

The belief that a generic Christian faith is insufficient for salvation; specific beliefs and practices are necessary.

Controlling Beliefs

Beliefs or practices that determine who is considered 'in' or 'out' of salvation.

Sola Christus

The belief that Christ alone is the basis for salvation.

Doctrine of the Trinity

The belief that God is three persons in one essence: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Extra ecclesiam nulla salus

Meaning 'there is no salvation outside of the Church,' a doctrine attributed to St. Augustine.

Predestination

The belief that God pre-decides who will be saved or damned, independent of faith or practice.

Athanasian Creed

A statement of Christian faith emphasizing the belief in the Trinity as essential for salvation.

C.S. Lewis's Argument

The idea that those who truly desire God will be saved, regardless of their specific Christian denomination.

Controlling Beliefs of Gavin D'Costa

D'Costa's controlling beliefs include the notion that salvific grace is primarily through Christ, yet he allows for the possibility that God's grace may also be present in other religious traditions, challenging strict exclusivist views.