THE GOSPEL MESSAGE – The Power of God Unto Salvation

At the heart of the Christian faith is a message that has transformed lives for centuries—the gospel. It is not just a religious teaching or a moral code; it is the very power of God to save. The gospel is the good news of Jesus Christ, and when believed, it brings salvation to all who receive it by faith.

The Gospel Defined

“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

The word gospel means "good news." But what is this good news?

➡️ That Jesus Christ, the Son of God, came into the world to save sinners.

➡️ That He lived a sinless life, died on the cross to pay the penalty of our sin, and rose again on the third day.

➡️ That through faith in Him, we are forgiven, justified, reconciled to God, and given eternal life.

This is not human wisdom or religious effort—it is divine intervention, and it changes everything.

Salvation Through Belief in the Gospel

The gospel requires a response, faith.

“If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” Romans 10:9

Salvation is not earned by works or religious rituals—it is received by believing in what Christ has done. That simple yet profound faith brings a sinner into right standing with God.

The Gospel Brings Transformation

The power of the gospel doesn’t stop at forgiveness—it transforms the heart, mind, and life of the believer, Old things pass away; all things become new (2 Corinthians 5:17). We are made children of God (John 1:12). We are indwelt and guided by the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:14).

The gospel is not just about going to heaven—it is about being made alive in Christ now.

The Universal Reach of the Gospel

Paul writes that the gospel is for everyone who believes, whether Jew or Gentile, rich or poor, educated or unlearned. No one is too far gone or too broken for the reach of God’s saving power.

This message is inclusive in invitation but exclusive in path: only through Jesus is salvation offered (John 14:6).

Guarding and Proclaiming the Gospel

Because of its life-giving power, believers are called to:

1. Believe it fully

2. Live it out boldly

3. Share it faithfully

Paul told Timothy to guard the gospel (2 Timothy 1:14) and to preach it in season and out of season (2 Timothy 4:2). The message must be protected from distortion and passed on with clarity.

Are You Ashamed of the Gospel?

The gospel is not just a Sunday sermon or a theological topic—it is God’s rescue plan for mankind. If we truly grasp its power, we will never be ashamed to proclaim it.

Let us carry this message with joy, confidence, and urgency—for it is still the power of God unto salvation for all who believe.

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Francis 01 said…
Believe it, live it, share it... What a profound call of community
July 26, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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