The Gospel Part 5 – The God of the Bible

I completed a lengthy discussion about sin in context of the basic Christian message of the gospel which tells us how to receive the gift of eternal life. Sin is what keeps us from heaven because sin is breaking God’s Law. Saying it another way, we all have a legal problem before God because we …

The Gospel Part 4 – How Sinful Are We?

But at your word I will lower the nets.” 6 When they had done this, they caught so many fish that their nets started to tear. 7 So they motioned to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both boats, so that they were about to …

The Gospel Part 3 – Sin Bars Entry Into Heaven

The last post was a discussion about good works, the effort many think will earn them a place in heaven. It’s a very common belief, one I used to hold as well. I showed in the last post that Biblical salvation, that is, eternal life, is a free gift not earned or deserved. Think about …

The Gospel Part 2 – Heaven and Good Works

If you died and stood before God and he asked you: “Why should I let you into Heaven” What would you say? Here are some common responses to this simple question: Based on my experience in conversation with people, these are common responses. Most people still believe in God but think heaven is rewarded based …

The Gospel Part 1 – Why Should You Care?

This begins a new series of posts presenting a detailed explanation of the gospel. I felt it necessary to take a detailed approach because the message of the gospel has been distorted beyond recognition in most of the western church, and in the culture. Why should you care? Read on and I believe you will …