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Summarizing the Gospel (in 7 words)

I saw this the other day and then noticed Scot McKnight had picked up on it on his blog also. Over at The Christian Century, David Heim reports on an invitation the publication gave to their authors. They asked them to come up with a concise summary of the Gospel message in seven words orContinue reading “Summarizing the Gospel (in 7 words)”

The Epistles Begin with the Gospel

Reading Romans (1) The Epistles Begin with the Gospel Paul, a slave of King Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for God’s good news, which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the sacred writings — the good news about his son, who was descended from David’s seed in terms of flesh, andContinue reading “The Epistles Begin with the Gospel”

“The Gospel” Discussion Continues…

“The Gospel” continues to be a lively discussion in Christian circles these days. Two good posts on by D.M. Williams add insight and fodder for further discussion: What is the Gospel?: Sola Fide, Kyrios Christos, Christus Victor? What is the Gospel?: “The Gospel” in the Gospels In his first post, Williams includes several written definitionsContinue reading ““The Gospel” Discussion Continues…”

Why Is the Gospel of John so Different?

First Things First Restoring the Gospel to Primacy in the Church Part Six: — Why Is the Gospel of John so Different? • • • “The last of the four Gospels appears among the rest in a manner reminiscent of the appearance of Melchizedek to Abraham: “without father, without mother, without genealogy” (Heb. 7:3). EverythingContinue reading “Why Is the Gospel of John so Different?”

God Visits and Saves His People (Luke – 2)

First Things First Restoring the Gospel to Primacy in the Church Part Five: — God Visits and Saves His People (Luke-2) • • • We continue our overview of Luke’s Gospel. The Structure of Luke Luke is the longest book in the NT. However, the overall structure of the book is simple and clear. ItContinue reading “God Visits and Saves His People (Luke – 2)”

God Visits and Saves His People (Luke – 1)

First Things First Restoring the Gospel to Primacy in the Church Part Five: — God Visits and Saves His People (Luke-1) • • • Jesus-shaped Christianity will grow out of the soil of a Story-shaped Gospel. The more we immerse ourselves in the Story and get to know the Gospels, the greater the impact theContinue reading “God Visits and Saves His People (Luke – 1)”

Best Quote Ever?

I’m looking forward to spending some time with Peter Enns later today at the Pastorum Conference. In preparation, I took a look at his blog to see what he’s been writing about, and found this stunning quote from D.M. Williams. He has been running a series of articles on the Creed that Enns has beenContinue reading “Best Quote Ever?”

Savior of the Suffering (Mark)

First Things First Restoring the Gospel to Primacy in the Church Part Four: Savior of the Suffering — Mark Jesus-shaped Christianity will grow out of the soil of a Story-shaped Gospel. The more we immerse ourselves in the Story and get to know the Gospels, the greater the impact the Gospel of King Jesus willContinue reading “Savior of the Suffering (Mark)”

The Torah of Jesus (Matthew)

First Things First Restoring the Gospel to Primacy in the Church Part Three: The Torah of Jesus — Matthew • • • Jesus-shaped Christianity will grow out of the soil of a Story-shaped Gospel. The more we immerse ourselves in the Story and get to know the Gospels, the greater the impact the Gospel ofContinue reading “The Torah of Jesus (Matthew)”

Getting to Know the Gospel Better

First Things First Restoring the Gospel to Primacy in the Church Part Two: Getting to Know the Gospel Better – Introduction • • • “It may be patently obvious, but it’s not to most: they called these books ‘the Gospels’ because they are the gospel.” (Scot McKnight, The King Jesus Gospel). I suggested in lastContinue reading “Getting to Know the Gospel Better”