The gospel is the joyful news of free salvation to sinners through Jesus Christ alone, a revelation of God's unilateral promise to restore his kingdom, his rule, and blessing among men. It is the announcement that God's kingdom has come to man in the life, death, burial, and resurrection, and ascension of the Lord Jesus Christ. The gospel must reside at the center and heart of the church, being taught week after week after week, known and believed for eternal salvation.
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