The Gospel
The Gospel in 9 Verses — It All Starts with God.
God
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”
God’s love is the foundation of everything. But to understand why Jesus had to die for us, we need to first understand something about God’s nature.
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”
God’s love is the foundation of everything. But to understand why Jesus had to die for us, we need to first understand something about God’s nature.
God Is Holy
Psalm 99:9
“Exalt the Lord our God, and worship at His holy hill; for the Lord our God is holy.”
God is perfect, set apart, and pure. His holiness means He cannot ignore or tolerate sin.
“Exalt the Lord our God, and worship at His holy hill; for the Lord our God is holy.”
God is perfect, set apart, and pure. His holiness means He cannot ignore or tolerate sin.
We Are All Sinners
Romans 3:23
“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”
Every one of us has missed the mark. Our sin separates us from a holy God.
“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”
Every one of us has missed the mark. Our sin separates us from a holy God.
Sin Has a Cost
Romans 6:23
“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
The penalty for sin is death—eternal separation from God. But God offers a gift we could never earn.
“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
The penalty for sin is death—eternal separation from God. But God offers a gift we could never earn.
God Demonstrated His Love
Romans 5:8
“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Jesus died in our place. Even when we were at our worst, He chose to love us fully and sacrificially.
“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Jesus died in our place. Even when we were at our worst, He chose to love us fully and sacrificially.
We Are Saved by Grace
Ephesians 2:8–9
“For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.”
Grace means undeserved favor. We are saved not by what we do, but by trusting in what Jesus has already done.
“For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.”
Grace means undeserved favor. We are saved not by what we do, but by trusting in what Jesus has already done.
Salvation Is Through Faith in Christ Alone
Salvation is a free gift—received by faith in Jesus Christ alone. Over 150 verses affirm that faith—not works—is the key. To be clear: salvation is the gift. Faith is how we receive it.
You Are Eternally Secure
1 John 5:13
“These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life.”
When you place your trust in Jesus, you are born into God’s family—and nothing can undo that.
Just like a child cannot be “unborn,” a believer cannot be “unsaved.” God wants you to live with confidence and assurance.
“These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life.”
When you place your trust in Jesus, you are born into God’s family—and nothing can undo that.
Just like a child cannot be “unborn,” a believer cannot be “unsaved.” God wants you to live with confidence and assurance.
From Death to Life
John 5:24
“Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life... and has passed from death into life.”
When you believe in Jesus, your eternal destiny is changed forever.
“Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life... and has passed from death into life.”
When you believe in Jesus, your eternal destiny is changed forever.
Today Can Be Your Day of Salvation
Acts 16:30–31
“Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”
So they said, “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved...”
Don’t wait. Tomorrow is not promised. God is offering you salvation right now.
“Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”
So they said, “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved...”
Don’t wait. Tomorrow is not promised. God is offering you salvation right now.
Ready to Believe?
Put your trust in Jesus Christ today. Accept the gift of eternal life—and step into a relationship with the God who loves you more than you can imagine.