What is the Gospel?
Actions that violate the law or moral standard of God.
What is Sin?
"There is no evidence of a god or any supernatural being, so why should I believe in one?"
What is Atheism?
"I’m a good person, so why do I need Jesus or salvation?"
While good deeds are important, the Bible teaches that all have sinned and fall short of God’s standard. Salvation is not based on our works but on faith in Jesus Christ, who provides the only way to be reconciled with God.
What is Romans 3:23?
"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
What is a simple way to start a conversation about the Gospel with a friend?
Non-exhaustive list:
Ask about their worldview or values
Share a personal story/testimony
Express curiosity about their spiritual beliefs
Offer to pray for them
Ask thought-provoking questions
This person's perfect life, sacrificial death, and resurrection form the foundation of the Gospel message.
Who is Jesus Christ?
"I don't have enough evidence to believe in God, and I’m not sure it’s even possible to know for certain."
What is Agnostic?
"If God is loving, why is there so much suffering in the world?"
Suffering is a result of sin and free will in a broken world. God allows it for reasons beyond our understanding, but He also promises to be with us in suffering and bring ultimate justice and restoration through Jesus Christ (Romans 8:28, Revelation 21:4).
What is John 14:6?
"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
When sharing the Gospel, what key message should you always include?
The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ as the means for our salvation (1 Corinthians 15:3-4)
This verse declares that "God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us."
What is Romans 5:8?
"I believe that God is everything and everywhere, so I don’t see why I need to accept Jesus or any specific religion."
What is Pantheism?
"How can you believe in miracles when science explains everything?"
Science explains natural phenomena, but miracles, by definition, are supernatural interventions by God that go beyond what science can explain. Christianity is built on the miracle of the resurrection, which has strong historical evidence.
What is Romans 6:23?
"For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord."
What is a clear, concise way to explain why Jesus had to die on the cross?
(audience judges response)
This chapter teaches that if Christ has not been raised, our faith is futile, and we are still in our sins. It also states that if our hope in Christ is only for this life, we are of all people most to be pitied.
What is 1 Corinthians 15?
"I think there might be a creator, but why would such a God care about what happens in the world or get involved in human lives?"
What is Deism?
"The Bible is just an ancient book written by men. How can you trust it?"
The Bible is a collection of texts inspired by God, supported by archaeological findings, historical evidence, and manuscript consistency. It has transformed lives for thousands of years, and its reliability has been affirmed by scholars (2 Timothy 3:16, 1 Peter 1:24-25).
What is Ephesians 2:8-9?
"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast."
How can you explain the concept of grace to someone who believes they need to earn their way to heaven?
Explain that grace is an undeserved gift from God, and salvation cannot be earned through good works. (Eph 2:8-9)
This Latin phrase, central to the doctrine of justification, was championed during the Protestant Reformation, particularly by Martin Luther. It asserts that salvation is achieved by faith alone, apart from works, and is rooted in passages like Romans 3:28 and Galatians 2:16. What is this foundational doctrine known as?
What is sola fide?
"Morality and ethics can be grounded in human reason and societal values. We don't need religion or God to dictate how we should live."
What is Secularism?
"If God is real, why doesn’t He just reveal Himself clearly to everyone?"
God has revealed Himself through creation (Romans 1:20), through Jesus Christ (John 1:14), and through the Bible. However, faith involves a relationship with God, which requires trust (Romans 8:24-25). God often works in ways that invite us to seek Him (Jeremiah 29:13), and He gives people the choice to respond to Him freely.
What is 1 Peter 3:15?
"But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you."
What are the four components of the "Romans Road" that can be used to explain the Gospel?
Romans 3:23 – All have sinned; 2. Romans 6:23 – The wages of sin is death; 3. Romans 5:8 – Christ died for us; 4. Romans 10:9 – Confess and believe for salvation.