The Gospel

In our generation, there are more people who haven’t heard the gospel message than in any other generation since the time of Jesus. It’s sort of ironic, isn’t it? We have so many more methods of communication than they did- facebook, twitter, cellphones, TV, and the like. All they had were the sandals on their feet and the message that the Jesus had given them, “to go out into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” Yet, the latter are more successful than we are today. Why? Maybe it’s because they were obedient, and they intended to complete the task that Jesus gave them.  Maybe they weren’t ashamed of the gospel, and they believed it to be the power of salvation to everyone who believes (Romans 1:16). Maybe they put their faith in God’s power alone. Who knows? No one. But one thing I do know and believe: If we turn our eyes to Christ and choose Him over the things of this world, our generation can be one of the most powerful generations for God that has ever existed.

Many people believe that we are a “chosen generation.” I can’t count on my fingers and toes combined the number of times I’ve heard it. Whatever this esteemed title entails, I know that it’s something BIG. Something that is going to change the world. But, how do we reach those in our generation who don’t know the Lord? It’s easy. We put on the sandals that God has prepared for us with the message of peace- the Gospel. We let that message reap peace wherever we step so that the paths that we take are changed for good. So….what is this message of peace?

Here’s how I think of it (thanks to the video posted below): God Our Sin Paying Everyone Life. (Notice the GOSPEL? Clever, huh?) And, according to Dare2Share (also posted below), the Gospel goes like this:

1.       God created us to be with him. (Genesis 1 and 2)
2.       Our sin separates us from God. (Genesis 3)
3.       Sin cannot be removed by good deeds. (Genesis 4, Malichi 4)
4.       Paying the price for all sin, Jesus died and rose again. (Matthew, Luke)
5.       Everyone who trusts in Him alone has eternal life. (John)
6.       Life with Jesus starts now and lasts forever. (Acts, Revelation)

(Notice yet another GOSPEL?) This is the message that we need to carry with us wherever we go. This doesn’t mean we get to shove it down people’s throats or force it upon them in any way. We just have to let the Spirit work in us and through us to get His message across. Remember, we’re called to be empty vessels that are ready to be filled with God’s work. The change starts here. If we’re ready to see a change within us and in the world, knowing and believing the Gospel is the first step.

If someone you share with believes the Gospel, pray with them. Pray the sinner’s prayer:

“Dear Lord, I know that I have sinned. I believe that you sent your Son Jesus to die for me on the cross. I trust in You alone to keep me. Please forgive me for sinning against you, and come into my life to work through me.”

Or something along the lines of that. If you have thoughts, questions, prayer requests, or anything else comment below (please leave a screen name or something, not just anonymous)! Please please PLEASE check out these links! Dare2Share is a great organization that is impacting Christians everywhere. They made the video as well as the website listed below. Also, I found this scripture super encouraging this week. I hope you find it to be the same!

“His wounds became your healing. You were lost sheep with no idea who you were or where you were going. Now you are named and kept for good by the shepherd of your souls.” I Peter 2 (The Message).

Love you guys so much!
Mya Grace  

http://www.dare2share.org/gospeljourney/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gb7n9B_8m8