The Gospel

The good news of Jesus Christ - God's plan of salvation for humanity

What is the Gospel?

The word "gospel" means "good news." The gospel is the good news that God has provided a way for sinful humanity to be reconciled to Him through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." - John 3:16

The Problem: Sin and Separation

We Are All Sinners

The Bible teaches that all people have sinned and fall short of God's perfect standard (Romans 3:23). Sin is not just doing bad things, but living in rebellion against God and His ways.

  • We have broken God's law
  • We are spiritually dead in our sins
  • We are separated from God
  • We deserve God's judgment

The Consequences

Sin has serious consequences. It separates us from God, brings death, and leads to eternal separation from God in hell.

"For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." - Romans 6:23

The Solution: Jesus Christ

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Jesus is God

Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man. He lived a perfect, sinless life and is the only one qualified to pay the penalty for our sins.

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Jesus Died for Us

Jesus willingly died on the cross, taking the punishment we deserve for our sins. His death satisfied God's justice and made forgiveness possible.

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Jesus Rose Again

Jesus rose from the dead, proving He is God and that His sacrifice was accepted. His resurrection gives us hope for eternal life.

The Response: Repent and Believe

Repentance

Repentance means turning away from sin and turning toward God. It involves:

  • Recognizing your sin and need for forgiveness
  • Being sorry for your sins
  • Turning away from sinful ways
  • Desiring to live for God

Faith

Faith means trusting in Jesus Christ alone for salvation. It involves:

  • Believing that Jesus is God
  • Trusting that Jesus died for your sins
  • Relying on Jesus for salvation
  • Following Jesus as Lord

The Promise: New Life

What happens when you trust in Jesus?

Immediate Benefits

  • Your sins are forgiven
  • You are reconciled to God
  • You receive eternal life
  • You become a child of God
  • You receive the Holy Spirit

Ongoing Transformation

  • God helps you grow in holiness
  • You find purpose and meaning
  • You experience God's peace
  • You become part of God's family
  • You have hope for the future

Will You Trust in Jesus Today?

If you want to receive God's gift of salvation, you can pray something like this:

"Dear God, I know I am a sinner and need your forgiveness. I believe that Jesus died on the cross for my sins and rose from the dead. I want to turn from my sins and trust in Jesus as my Savior and Lord. Please forgive me and give me eternal life. Thank you for your love and grace. In Jesus' name, Amen."

If you prayed this prayer or have questions about the gospel, we'd love to hear from you!

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Additional Resources

Bible Reading

Start reading the Bible to learn more about God and His plan for your life.

  • • John (to learn about Jesus)
  • • Romans (to understand salvation)
  • • Psalms (for worship and prayer)

Find a Church

Connect with other believers and grow in your faith by joining a local church.

Look for a church that teaches the Bible faithfully and loves people genuinely.