Week 5: Jesus & Hinduism 

https://inverse.sspmadventist.org/en/2026-01-cq

Key Idea

Hinduism is not a single, unified belief system but a family of philosophies and practices, often centered on concepts like karma, dharma, samsara (cycle of rebirth), and moksha (liberation). God (or ultimate reality) is often understood impersonally (Brahman), or expressed through many manifestations.

In contrast, Christianity proclaims a personal, relational God who reveals Himself decisively in Jesus Christ. Jesus does not present Himself as one spiritual option among many but as God incarnate, the exclusive mediator between God and humanity (John 14:6; 1 Timothy 2:5).

Discussion Questions

• Understanding Hinduism

  1. What surprised you most about Hindu beliefs after studying this lesson?

  2. Why is it important to understand a religion from the inside rather than through stereotypes?

  Comparing Worldviews

  3. How does the concept of karma differ from the biblical understanding of sin and grace?

  4. In what ways does Jesus’ view of salvation challenge the idea of spiritual self-improvement?

  Christology and Truth

  5. Why do Jesus’ claims make it difficult to say “all religions teach the same thing”?

  6. How does John 14:6 function differently than a general spiritual teaching?

  Mission and Witness

  7. What are some respectful ways Christians can engage Hindu friends without compromising the uniqueness of Christ?

  8. How can humility strengthen—not weaken—Christian witness?

  Personal Reflection

  9. Where do you see subtle “karma thinking” show up in your own spiritual life?

  10. How does the gospel’s emphasis on grace reshape how you relate to God during failure or suffering?