Gospel?
What problem does every person have that makes the Gospel necessary?
We are sinful
Is this statement okay?: "I will only share the Gospel with people who are interested in Jesus."
Nope. The Gospel is for everyone.
Matthew 11:28. What does Jesus promise to those who come to Him?
Rest.
Someone says: "I know that I am a sinner, and I need Jesus to save me." What is their response to the Gospel?
This is accepting the Gospel.
What is the word that describes Jesus dying as a substitute for us? (HINT: lamb).
Sacrifice.
What does a sinful person need to do in response to their sin?
Repent.
What is the difference between knowing the Gospel and proclaiming the Gospel?
Knowing means understanding the good news. Proclaiming means teaching this to other people.
Matthew 11:28. People are weary and burdened. What does Jesus tell them to do?
Come to Him.
Someone says: "I believe in Jesus. He loves me, so I can live however I want." What is their response to the Gospel?
Rejection of the Gospel. No repentance.
What was the ransom payment that secured redemption for the elect?
The blood of Christ.
Name 6 of the vital Truths that make up the Gospel.
God created mankind; Mankind is sinful; Mankind needs to repent; Jesus died for sinners; Jesus came back to life; Those who believe in Jesus have their sins forgiven.
Name two bible passages that directly say to preach? (check your notes!)
Acts 17:30. What does God command all people to do?
Repent.
Name three things that happen when someone accepts the Gospel
Repentance of sins
Acceptance of Jesus as Savior and Lord
Indwelling of the Holy SpiritLive lives of obedience
What does propitiation mean? (About Jesus)
Christ's death satisfied the wrath of God.
A person says "I believe in Jesus, but I don't need to change." What is missing from their lives?
Repentance. People need to turn away from their sin.
Why isn't it good to say: "That person probably isn't one of God's chosen people, so I don't need to tell them about Jesus?"
We don't know who God has chosen. We must proclaim to everyone.
Luke 24:46-48. What two things were to be proclaimed to all nations?
Someone says: "I know what you're saying is true, but I don't want Jesus. I'm fine." Does this person not understand, or do they reject the gospel?
They reject the Gospel. They deliberately reject Jesus and choose their sin.
Which word is this?: Jesus' death brings peace between God and His people.
Reconciliation.
I'm a person who will never hear about Jesus after meeting you. Preach the gospel to me.
(subjective)
Why is it important to proclaim the Gospel rather than just believe it alone?
People NEED to hear the Gospel. God commands us to proclaim his good news. He might use us to bring someone he chose to repentance and faith.
Matthew 11:28. Recite it from memory.
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Name three things that someone who rejects the Gospel does.
They do not repent.
They actively and deliberately reject Jesus.
They continue on a sinful path.
They face a bad ending.
What does the resurrection show?
The gospel is true, and eternal life is in Christ.