The gospel is the message preached by Christ and His church. Its focus is God's purpose and plan to reproduce Himself. Christ, John the Baptist and the apostles generally call it the "gospel of the Kingdom of God," but biblical writers use over a dozen other titles to describe it. Ultimately, it is the complete message of the entire Old and New Testaments, containing the message of what God the Father and His Son have done, are doing and will do to accomplish their purpose. It contains detailed information on the King, subjects, laws and territory of the Kingdom of God and how mankind can become part of it.
Scripture References:
Matthew 3:2; Matthew 24:14; Mark 1:14; Acts 28:31; Romans 1:1, 16; Romans 2:16; Romans 15:16; Ephesians 1:13; Ephesians 6:15; Revelation 14:6
From the Library: Gospel of the Kingdom of God
God's Powerful Gospel
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe true gospel includes the complete revelation of God of His plan to reproduce Himself. If a gospel does not produce repentance and faith, it is false.
'This Gospel of the Kingdom Shall Be Preached'
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeMany fail to understand that Matthew 24:14 is a prophecy and instead read it as a commission. God will ensure His gospel is preached; we follow His lead.
How Much Do You Value the Kingdom of God?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMartyrdom is not a penalty because a person has failed to qualify for the Place of Safety; rather, it is a badge of honor for those who have overcome.
God's Kingdom in the Parables (Part One): Sower and Seed
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeThe 'kingdom of heaven' is commonly interpreted to describe the church, but in the first four parables of Matthew 13, it has a clearer application: Israel.
Implications of the Gospel of the Kingdom
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeMark 1:14 describes Jesus' gospel as "the gospel of the kingdom of God." This statement has far-reaching implications for our beliefs and conduct.
Implications of the Gospel of the Kingdom
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeGod's people must let go of the world's solutions, involving party spirit, revolutions, and power struggles, placing their trust in the sovereignty of God.
The True Gospel (Part 4)
CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh'Kingdom of God' describes God's dominion, rule, and governance. Jesus points to a future establishment of God's Kingdom on the earth, yet it also rules now.
The True Gospel
Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughThere are many 'gospels' in the world but only one true gospel—the message that Christ brought about the good news of His coming Kingdom!
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