The Gospel is the good news that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, came into the world to save sinners through His death, burial, and resurrection. It is the message of God’s grace extended to mankind, offering forgiveness, reconciliation, and eternal life to all who repent and believe.
1 Corinthians 15:3–4 lays out the Gospel plainly:
“Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.”
However, the Gospel begins with the truth that all have sinned and are under God’s judgment:
“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23)
The penalty for our sins is death:
“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23)
Jesus lived a sinless life, died as a substitute for sinners, and rose again to conquer death. His sacrifice satisfied the justice of God and made the way for sinners to be justified through faith.
Romans 5:8 says:
“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Salvation is not earned by works or religion. It is a gift received by grace through faith:
“For by grace you have been saved through faith… it is the gift of God, not of works.” (Ephesians 2:8–9)
The Gospel demands a response: repentance from sin and belief in Christ alone for salvation. Jesus said:
“Repent, and believe in the gospel.” (Mark 1:15)
Those who believe are born again, indwelt by the Holy Spirit, and become part of God’s family. They are called to follow Christ, walk in obedience, and proclaim the Gospel to others.
The Gospel is not merely a message of hope, it is the power of God to save:
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes.” (Romans 1:16)
