1 Corinthians 15:1-4 is the essential presentation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ; the Bible’s salvation message and core of the Christian faith. In writing to the church at Corinth, the Apostle Paul clarifies the Gospel he was commanded to preach—Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection on the Cross according to the Scriptures. The verses read: “Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:” There are several really great resources on the Gospel of Jesus Christ across the web, including our own Gospel in the New Testament guide, this YouTube video on the Gospel of Salvation by Robert Breaker, and this article on The Gospel in Desiring God.
It’s in this spirit that our editors compiled this list of the best books on the Gospel of Jesus Christ. These titles are the most popular currently available on the topic.
Note: We only included the best books on the Gospel of Jesus Christ with a 4-star or better ranking and a minimum of 250 reviews, or represent an included title in Lord’s Library.
The Best Books on the Gospel of Jesus Christ
The Gospel According to Jesus: What is Authentic Faith?
Author/Publisher: John MacArthur
From the publisher: “The Gospel According to Jesus challenges Christians to re-evaluate their commitment to Christ by examining their fruits. MacArthur asks, “What does it really mean to be saved?” He urges readers to understand that their conversion was more than a mere point in time, that, by definition, it includes a lifetime of obedience.”
The Gospel of Jesus Christ
Author/Publisher: Paul Washer
From the publisher: “Paul Washer escorts readers through a biblical overview of the good news about Jesus. Presenting passage after passage from the Bible, Washer describes the holy character of God, the human problem of sin, and the divine solution found in Jesus’s redemptive life, death, and resurrection for all who repent and believe. If you are interested in knowing the basic claims of the gospel or know someone exploring the truths of Christ, this succinct treatment of the greatest news the world has ever heard is just what you need.”
What is the Gospel? (Crucial Questions)
Author/Publisher: R.C. Sproul
From the publisher: “In this booklet, Dr. R.C. Sproul explains the gospel, God’s good news for sinful people like us. While we could never save ourselves from His just condemnation, God calls us to trust in His Son, Jesus Christ, who alone can redeem us through His righteous life, atoning death, and victorious resurrection.”
The Heart of the Gospel (Audiobook)
Author/Publisher: Charles Spurgeon
From the publisher: “The 19th-century Baptist preacher Charles Spurgeon explains the importance of atonement. He writes that the core of the Gospel is redemption, and the essence of redemption is the substitutionary sacrifice of Christ. Spurgeon states that those who preach this truth preach the Gospel in whatever else they may be mistaken, but these who do not preach atonement have missed the soul and substance of the divine message.”
The Gospel According to Paul: Embracing the Good News at the Heart of Paul’s Teachings
Author/Publisher: John MacArthur
From the publisher: “The apostle Paul penned a number of very concise, focused passages in his letters to the early church that summarize the gospel message in just a few well-chosen words. Each of these key texts has a unique emphasis highlighting some essential aspect of the Good News of Jesus Christ. The chapters in this revelatory new book closely examine those vital gospel texts, one verse at a time.”
The Gospel’s Power and Message (Recovering the Gospel)
Author/Publisher: Paul Washer
From the publisher: “In The Gospel’s Power and Message, Paul Washer addresses these essential elements of Christ’s good news and provides a guide to help us rediscover the gospel in all its beauty, scandal, and saving power. May such a rediscovery transform your life, strengthen your proclamation, and bring the greatest glory to God.”
The Gospel Call and True Conversion (Recovering the Gospel)
Author/Publisher: Paul Washer
From the publisher: “In The Gospel Call and True Conversion, Paul Washer challenges such easy believism as he examines the real meaning of things like faith, repentance, and receiving Christ. He also deals extensively with the effects of saving grace that God promises in the new covenant; namely, the creation of new hearts and new people.”
Gospel Assurance and Warnings (Recovering the Gospel)
Author/Publisher: Paul Washer
From the publisher: “In Gospel Assurance and Warnings, Paul Washer shines the light of gospel hope as he cautions against the dangers of making an empty profession of faith and carefully explains from Scripture the basis for establishing and maintaining a sound assurance of faith.”
Good News: The Gospel of Jesus Christ
Author/Publisher: John MacArthur
From the publisher: “In Good News: The Gospel of Jesus Christ, Dr. John MacArthur examines the Bible’s revelation of Christ and encourages Christians with the vast implications of all that Christ accomplished for them. This is a book to rekindle love and awe for the Savior.”
Discovering the Glorious Gospel (Biblical Foundations for the Christian Faith)
Author/Publisher: Paul Washer
From the publisher: “The gospel of Jesus Christ – the “good news” that He has made a way for the salvation of sinners – is of utmost importance for the believer. In this book, the second of his Biblical Foundations for the Christian Faith series, Paul Washer helps the student to navigate through the Scriptures in search of the gloriously rich truths of the gospel of our salvation that lie therein!”
The Gospel is the Power of God Unto Salvation
Author/Publisher: Eugene Carvalho
From the publisher: “Christians must be bold and share their faith to the lost. Paul wrote, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes” (Ro. 1:16). This compilation investigates all the scriptures in the New Testament that use the word “gospel.” These aforementioned scriptures will give you fresh revelation and insight, build your faith, renew your mind, and bless you richly.”
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