The Gospel

Good News

“For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received, that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures.” — 1 Corinthians 15:3–4
“We have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and He Himself is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only, but also for those of the whole world.” — 1 John 2:1–2

Gospel Summary

1

Separation

Due to rebellion against God from the beginning of all mankind until now, all have been separated from God.

Romans 5:12 · 1 Corinthians 15:21–22
2

Justice

God, who is Holy and Righteous in character and all His ways, shall Judge all the earth righteously and perfectly.

Ecclesiastes 12:14 · Revelation 20:11–15
3

Loving Sacrifice

God sent His only Begotten Son to suffer punishment in our place, so that all who trust in the Son’s sacrifice may be made the righteousness of God in Jesus Christ.

John 3:16–17 · 2 Corinthians 5:21
4

Death Defeated

After Jesus died on a cross, He was buried and 3 days later rose from the dead, and will forever be alive, crowned as Lord of lords and King of kings.

Matthew 27:57–60 · Acts 2:22–36
5

Response

It is all people’s responsibility to turn from their sin, and place their faith in the promise of God giving justification for sins, and eternal life through Jesus Christ.

Romans 5:1 · 10:9 · Ephesians 2:8

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