Which statement identifies the core belief reflected in the Gnostic gospels that set that sect apart from the traditional Christian church?
a) Only those who gain enlightenment through Jesus’ teachings and intellectual strength can transcend an evil world through salvation.
b) Salvation is possible in an inherently good world for all those who believe in and follow Jesus as God in the flesh.
c) Those who live out their faith by performing good works will be saved from an evil world.
d) Faith alone in Jesus as the Son of God will lead to salvation, even for those who sin.
Answer: a
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