CONCEPT
Gospel
The word gospel is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word which meant "the story concerning God." In the New Testament the Greek word euaggelion, means "good news." It proclaims tidings of deliverance. The word sometimes stands for the record of the life of our Lord (Mark 1:1), embracing all His teachings, as in Acts 20:24. But the word "gospel" now has a peculiar use, and describes primarily the message which Christianity announces. "Good news" is its significance. It means a gift from God. It is the proclamation of the forgiveness of sins and sonship with God restored through Christ. It means remission of sins and reconciliation with God. The gospel is not only a message of salvation, but also the instrument through which the Holy Spirit works (Romans 1:16).
The gospel differs from the law in being known entirely from revelation. It is proclaimed in all its fullness in the revelation given in the New Testament. It is also found, although obscurely, in the Old Testament. It begins with the prophecy concerning the `seed of the woman' (Genesis 3:15), and the promise concerning Abraham, in whom all the nations should be blessed (Genesis 12:3; 15:5) and is also indicated in Acts 10:43 and in the argument in Ro 4.
In the New Testament the gospel never means simply a book, but rather the message which Christ and His apostles announced. In some places it is called "the gospel of God," as, for example, Romans 1:1; 1 Thessalonians 2:2,9; 1 Timothy 1:11. In others it is called "the gospel of Christ" (Mark 1:1; Romans 1:16; 15:19; 1 Corinthians 9:12,18; Galatians 1:7). In another it is called "the gospel of the grace of God" (Acts 20:24); in another "the gospel of peace" (Ephesians 6:15); in another "the gospel of your salvation" (Ephesians 1:13); and in yet another "the glorious gospel" (2 Corinthians 4:4 the King James Version). The gospel is Christ:
He is the subject of it, the object of it, and the life of it. It was preached by Him (Matthew 4:23; 11:5; Mark 1:14; Luke 4:18 margin), by the apostles (Acts 16:10; Romans 1:15; 2:16; 1 Corinthians 9:16) and by the evangelists (Acts 8:25).
We must note the clear antithesis between the law and the gospel. The distinction between the two is important because, as Luther indicates, it contains the substance of all Christian doctrine. "By the law," says he, "nothing else is meant than God's word and command, directing what to do and what to leave undone, and requiring of us obedience of works. But the gospel is such doctrine of the word of God that neither requires our works nor commands us to do anything, but announces the offered grace of the forgiveness of sin and eternal salvation. Here we do nothing, but only receive what is offered through the word." The gospel, then, is the message of God, the teaching of Christianity, the redemption in and by Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, offered to all mankind. And as the gospel is bound up in the life of Christ, His biography and the record of His works, and the proclamation of what He has to offer, are all gathered into this single word, of which no better definition can be given than that of Melanchthon:
"The gospel is the gratuitous promise of the remission of sins for Christ's sake." To hold tenaciously that in this gospel we have a supernatural revelation is in perfect consistency with the spirit of scientific inquiry. The gospel, as the whole message and doctrine of salvation, and as chiefly efficacious for contrition, faith, justification, renewal and sanctification, deals with facts of revelation and experience.
David H. Bauslin
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Mid South Conference 1978-01 Fellowship in the GospelAldy Fam Fanous · 39:58Aldy Fam Fanous emphasizes the significance of fellowship in the gospel through prayer, testimony, and giving, while encouraging believers to find joy in their relationship with Christ.
- Mid South Conference 1978-02 Fellowship in the GospelAldy Fam Fanous · 32:20
The sermon emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects Christ, and the significance of the coming day of the Lord.
- Mid South Conference 1978-03 Fellowship in the GospelAldy Fam Fanous · 33:12
The sermon emphasizes the importance of fellowship in the gospel and living a separated life unto Christ, highlighting the dangers of compromise and the power of the Christian life.
- Mid South Conference 1978-04 Fellowship in the GospelAldy Fam Fanous · 28:12
The sermon emphasizes the importance of fellowship in the gospel, complete surrender to God's will, and living a life that is surrendered to the Holy Spirit.
- Mid South Conference 1978-05 Fellowship in the GospelAldy Fam Fanous · 34:03
The sermon emphasizes the importance of fellowship in the gospel, living for others, and having a lowly mind, just like Christ.
- Mid South Conference 1978-06 Fellowship in the GospelAldy Fam Fanous · 42:24
The sermon encourages believers to rejoice in the Lord, emphasizing the importance of fellowship, worship, and the dangers of sin in maintaining joy and victory in their lives.
A Grasp of the GospelAlistair Begg · 52:28Alistair Begg emphasizes the importance of understanding the Gospel as the fulfillment of the Law and the source of true assurance and forgiveness for believers.
- At Stake the Truth of the GospelAlistair Begg · 42:12
The sermon emphasizes the importance of maintaining the truth of the gospel and standing firm against false teachings that seek to dilute or distort its message.
- The Power of the GospelAlistair Begg · 58:12
Alistair Begg emphasizes the transformative power of the Gospel and the necessity for preachers to communicate its truths clearly and boldly.
The True GospelAndrew Strom · 1:39:37The speaker argues that modern Christianity has strayed from the apostolic truths and that a return to the basics of New Testament Christianity, including repentance, baptism, and filling with the Holy Spirit, is necessary.
The Gospel in PhilemonAnton Bosch · 38:30The book of Philemon teaches us about the gospel and how it transcends social lines and ethnic barriers, bringing us to the same level as others.
Jewish Opposition to the GospelArt Katz · 48:12The church's obligation to go to the Jew first is rooted in the mandate given by Jesus, and it is a challenge that requires the church to be apostolic in character and quality.
- The Gospel and the Righteousness of GodArt Katz · 1:01:04
The gospel is the power of God unto salvation, and the righteousness of God is revealed through faith, which comes by hearing and hearing by the word of God.
The Fifth GospelBill McLeod · 44:42The Book of Isaiah is a powerful and prophetic book that reveals the coming of Jesus Christ and the significance of the gospel in relation to Israel.
The Gospel According to NoahCarter Conlon · 40:47The sermon emphasizes the importance of hearing God's voice and responding promptly to His message, as the coming judgment can be sudden and unexpected.
Repent, Believe and the Gospel of GodCharles E. Fuller · 51:22The sermon emphasizes the importance of repentance and faith in receiving the gospel of God and experiencing salvation through Christ.
Cracks in our FoundationsCharles Price · 41:18Charles Price emphasizes that the foundational truth of the gospel is the restoration of God's righteousness into human experience, warning against the cracks that appear when society and Christianity detach from this core.
Everlasting GospelChuck Smith · 30:17Chuck Smith's sermon emphasizes the urgency and importance of accepting the everlasting gospel of Jesus Christ before it's too late.
- The Blood, the Call, the PromiseDavid Smith · 1:33:48
The blood of Christ is the core of the Christian faith, satisfying God's holiness and righteousness, and providing redemption and forgiveness of sins.
The True Gospel saves us From the Power of SinDavid Valderrama · 1:06:13David Valderrama teaches that the true gospel is the powerful means by which Jesus Christ saves believers from the bondage and power of sin through His love and sacrifice.
The Gospel of MarkDennis Kinlaw · 32:22The Gospel of Mark is a model for discipleship, focusing on who Jesus is and why he came, and highlighting the inadequacy of the twelve disciples.
Adorning the Gospel of God Our Saviour (Part 1)Denny Kenaston · 1:16:24Denny Kenaston's sermon emphasizes the importance of adorning the Gospel through our lives and actions to reflect its transformative power.
You Are the Pearl of Great ValueDerek Prince · 41:58Man is a unique creation, made in the image and likeness of God, and is a partner with God, with Christ being all and in all.
Separated Unto the GospelDetlef Stegen · 1:12:56God's word is a source of purpose and direction, and ignoring it can lead to a lukewarm and unfulfilled life, but surrendering to it can bring about change and restoration.
Good News of Great JoyDon Wilkerson · 52:04Don Wilkerson reveals how the angel's announcement to the shepherds in Luke 2 proclaims the true gospel of salvation, urging believers to move from mere religious symbols to the living light of Christ.
A Bloodstained Jesus Will Get You MadE.A. Johnston · 15:02E.A. Johnston passionately warns that a true gospel featuring a bloodstained Jesus demands repentance and submission, and will provoke a fierce response from sin-loving rebels.
- A Double Barreled GospelE.A. Johnston · 5:25
E.A. Johnston passionately urges preachers to deliver a 'double barreled gospel' that confronts sinners with both the reality of judgment and the necessity of repentance, leading to true conviction and salvation.
- A Gospel Tract MinistryE.A. Johnston · 31:30
A gospel tract ministry is a powerful tool for sharing the gospel and planting seeds of salvation in people's lives.
- A Little Country ChurchE.A. Johnston · 3:59
E.A. Johnston emphasizes the necessity of preaching the Old Gospel that confronts sinners with their peril under God's law to awaken true repentance and salvation through Christ.
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(Missionary Messages) 4. THE LOGIC OF MISSIONSA.B. SimpsonA.B. Simpson passionately argues that the logic of missions is rooted in the divine provision of salvation through Christ, making it the responsibility of believers to proclaim the Gospel to a lost world.