WHAT IS THE GOSPEL?
The word gospel is literally translated good news. The Gospel is not a what but rather a who. It is God Himself, revealed in Jesus' person and work. The Gospel has three parts to its plot and structure:
According to the plan of God the Father, we have been purchased through the death of God the Son (Jesus). In Jesus' bodily resurrection, He is forever victorious over His enemies, so there is no condemnation for those who believe, but only everlasting joy and flourishing (Romans 8:1). All of this is preserved for us eternally by God the Spirit (Holy Spirit) who convicts us, guides us, and strengthens us to live new lives (Romans 8:9-11).
All this is to say that He loves you, has pursued you, and desires a renewed and right relationship with you. That’s the gospel.
- Planned by God the Father (Ephesians 1:9-10)
- Purchased by God the Son (Ephesians 1:7)
- Preserved by God the Spirit (Ephesians 1:13)
According to the plan of God the Father, we have been purchased through the death of God the Son (Jesus). In Jesus' bodily resurrection, He is forever victorious over His enemies, so there is no condemnation for those who believe, but only everlasting joy and flourishing (Romans 8:1). All of this is preserved for us eternally by God the Spirit (Holy Spirit) who convicts us, guides us, and strengthens us to live new lives (Romans 8:9-11).
All this is to say that He loves you, has pursued you, and desires a renewed and right relationship with you. That’s the gospel.