The Gospel in the New Testament: Key Scriptures & Commentary

The Gospel in the New Testament

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The Gospel in Acts Showcased in Scripture

• Acts 2:21: “And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”

This verse declares that everyone who calls on the name of the Lord, through belief in the Gospel, will be saved.

• Acts 2:38: “Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.”

The infamous Acts 2:38 records Peter’s response to the crowd’s question about what they should do. He tells them to repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of their sins, and they will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

• Acts 4:12: “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.”

Acts 4:12 emphasizes that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus Christ. It states simply that “there is none other name under heaven given” to humanity by which we must be saved.

• Acts 10:43: “To him give all the prophets witness, that through his name whosoever believeth in him shall receive remission of sins.”

This Scripture highlights that all the prophets testify about Jesus, stating that everyone who believes in Him receives forgiveness of sins through His name.

• Acts 13:38-39: “Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins: And by him all that believe are justified from all things, from which ye could not be justified by the law of Moses.”

Acts 13:38-39 proclaims that through Jesus, forgiveness of sins is announced, and by Him, everyone who believes is justified from all things from which they could not be justified by the law of Moses.

• Acts 15:11: “But we believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved, even as they.”

Verse 15:11 affirms that both Jews and Gentiles are saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that salvation comes by grace alone and not by adherence to the Old Testament Law.

• Acts 16:31: “And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.”

As it is written, salvation is attained through faith in Jesus Christ, assuring that belief in Him leads to salvation for both the individual and potentially their household (because of what occurs in the believer after salvation).

• Acts 20:21: “Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ.”

This recounts Paul testifying to both Jews and Greeks about repentance toward God and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

• Acts 26:18: “To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me.”

In Acts 26:18, Paul recounts Jesus’ words to him, saying that he was sent to open the eyes of the Gentiles. This verse portrays the power of the Gospel: offering spiritual sight, freedom from evil, forgiveness, and a share in the inheritance of the sanctified through faith in Christ.

The Gospel in Romans Showcased in Scripture

• Romans 1:16-17: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.”

These verses proclaim that the Gospel is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes, both Jews and Gentiles. It reveals God’s righteousness, which is by faith from start to finish, and affirms that the righteous are to live by faith.

• Romans 3:23-24: “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.”

Romans 3:23-24 explains that all men have sinned and fallen short of God’s perfect standard, but through God’s grace, they can be justified and made right with Him. This justification is a free gift, not earned by religious works, and comes solely through the redemption provided by Jesus Christ, who paid the price for sin through His sacrificial death.

• Romans 3:28: “Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.”

Again we see here Romans asserting that one is justified by faith, apart from the deeds of the law.

• Romans 4:4-5: “Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt. But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness.”

Romans 4:4-5 contrasts two types of people: those who work and receive wages as a due, and those who do not work but believe in God who justifies the ungodly. It once again emphasizes that faith, rather than works, is credited as righteousness.

• Romans 5:1: “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

This verse explains that believers are declared righteous through faith in Jesus Christ. This justification brings peace with God, meaning that the hostility caused by sin is removed.

• Romans 5:8-9: “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him.”

Romans 5:8-9 showcases God’s love for us through sending His son to suffer and die on the cross so we might be cleansed. It further assures that having been justified by His blood, we shall be saved from God’s wrath through Him.

• Romans 6:23: “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”

Romans 6:23 contrasts the consequences of sin and the gift of God.

• Romans 8:1: “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.”

Romans 8:1 declares that there is now no longer eternal damnation for the soul that believes in the finished work of Jesus Christ.

• Romans 10:9-10: “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.”

These Scriptures explain that if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

• Romans 10:13: “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.”

Romans 10:13 emphasizes the universality of salvation, stating that everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord will be saved.

• Romans 11:6: “And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work.”

Romans 11:6 distinguishes between grace and works, stating that if salvation is by grace, then it cannot be based on works; otherwise, grace would no longer be grace, right?

The Gospel in 1 Corinthians Showcased in Scripture

• 1 Corinthians 1:18: “For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.”

Paul tells how the message of the cross, though considered foolishness by the world, is the power of God to those who are being saved.

• 1 Corinthians 1:21: “For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.”

Here we see that God chose to save those who believe through the “foolishness of preaching.”

• 1 Corinthians 1:30: “But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption.”

1 Corinthians 1:30 declares that it is by God’s doing that believers find faith in Jesus Christ. It also explains that He became wisdom from God for us, as well as three other characteristics, including redemption (salvation).

• 1 Corinthians 2:2: “For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified.”

This verse showcases Paul’s singular focus in his preaching to the Corinthians. The phrase “not to know any thing among you” refers to Paul’s decision to center his ministry around the message of Jesus Christ.

• 1 Corinthians 6:11: “And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.”

This verse follows a passage where Paul lists various sinful behaviors that characterize those who will not inherit the kingdom of God (in verses 9-10). Paul reminds the Corinthian believers here that many of them once lived in such sinful ways but have now experienced a transformative change through their faith in Jesus Christ.

• 1 Corinthians 15:1-4: “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.”

1 Corinthians 15:1-4 forms the core of the Gospel message that Paul preached. The passage emphasizes that Christ’s resurrection was witnessed by Peter and then by the Twelve. These elements—Christ’s sacrificial death, burial, resurrection, and post-resurrection appearances—form the foundation of the Christian faith, underscoring the significance of Jesus’ work for the salvation of humanity.

• 1 Corinthians 15:10: “But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I laboured more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.”

1 Corinthians 15:10 reflects Paul’s acknowledgment that his labor and apostolic work are the result of God’s grace. The grace bestowed upon him was not in vain; rather, he worked harder than all the other apostles, yet not by his own effort but by the grace of God working through him.

• 1 Corinthians 15:20-22: “But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept. For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.”

1 Corinthians 15:20-22 explains the significance of Christ’s resurrection in relation to the resurrection of believers. This passage proves to us that Christ’s resurrection is the guarantee of the future resurrection of all Christians, establishing the foundation for hope, amen.

The Gospel in 2 Corinthians Showcased in Scripture

• 2 Corinthians 1:9-10: “But we had the sentence of death in ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God which raiseth the dead: Who delivered us from so great a death, and doth deliver: in whom we trust that he will yet deliver us.”

2 Corinthians 1:9-10 speaks of a time when Paul and his companions were under great pressure, far beyond their ability to endure, and despaired of life itself. They felt they had received the sentence of death but relied on God, whose power is made clear through the fact that he raises the dead.

• 2 Corinthians 3:5-6: “Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God; Who also hath made us able ministers of the new testament; not of the letter, but of the spirit: for the letter killeth, but the spirit giveth life.”

These Scriptures clarify that Paul and his companions’ competence comes not from themselves but from God. God has made them competent as ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter (law) but of the Spirit.

• 2 Corinthians 4:5-6: “For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake. For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.”

2 Corinthians 4:5-6 explains that Paul and his companions do not preach themselves but Jesus Christ as Lord, and themselves as servants for Jesus’ sake.

• 2 Corinthians 5:17-21: “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation; To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation. Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ’s stead, be ye reconciled to God. For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.”

Paul explains that anyone in Christ is a new creation, with their old sinful life replaced by a new, reconciled relationship with God through Jesus. God, through Christ’s sacrifice, no longer counts people’s sins against them, and He has given believers the ministry of sharing this message of reconciliation.

• 2 Corinthians 8:9: “For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.”

This verse highlights the self-sacrificial nature of Christ’s incarnation and crucifixion, where He gave Himself up to offer spiritual riches, including salvation and eternal life, to all who call on His name.

• 2 Corinthians 9:8: “And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work.”

Paul assures believers that God is able to provide all grace in abundance, so they will always have everything they need and can excel in every good work. This verse emphasizes God’s generosity and His ability to supply believers with both material and spiritual resources. The purpose of this abundance is not just for personal benefit but to enable believers to do good and be generous to others, reflecting God’s grace in their lives.

• 2 Corinthians 12:9: “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”

Here Paul shares God’s response to his struggles. This means that God’s grace is enough to sustain believers, even in their weakness.

The Gospel in Galatians Showcased in Scripture

• Galatians 1:3-4: “Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ, Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father.”

Paul greets the recipients of the letter with grace and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ; emphasizing that Jesus gave Himself for our sins to deliver us from death and hell.

• Galatians 2:16: “Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.”

This important verse asserts that a person is not justified by the works of the law but solely by faith in Jesus Christ. We are justified by Christ’s finished work, and we must recognize that no one can be justified otherwise.

• Galatians 2:20-21: “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me. I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness come by the law, then Christ is dead in vain.”

In verse 21, Paul tells us that life is only possible “by the faith of the Son of God” before highlighting the death of Christ on the cross. Paul then states that he does not overthink the grace of God as the Bible portends it, because if one does, then it would mean that Christ died in vain which makes no sense.

• Galatians 3:6-7: “Even as Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness. Know ye therefore that they which are of faith, the same are the children of Abraham.”

These Scriptures reference Abraham’s faith and how it was credited to him as righteousness. This further confirms to us that those who have faith in Christ are children of Abraham, and thus, saved.

• Galatians 3:8-9: “And the scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the heathen through faith, preached before the gospel unto Abraham, saying, In thee shall all nations be blessed. So then they which be of faith are blessed with faithful Abraham.”

Galatians 3:8-9 tells us that Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith and unveiled the Gospel in advance, to Abraham.

• Galatians 3:11: “But that no man is justified by the law in the sight of God, it is evident: for, The just shall live by faith.”

Galatians 3:11 offers a concise Gospel confirmation that no man is justified by the law before God, because “the just shall live by faith.”

• Galatians 3:13-14: “Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.”

Galatians 3:13 reveals that Christ overwrote the law by sacrificing Himself for us, and verse 14 again shows us that Gentiles may receive the Holy Spirit, and salvation, by grace through faith.

• Galatians 3:24: “Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith.”

Galatians 3:24 explains that the purpose of the law was to act as a schoolmaster to bring one to Christ. Then once one understands the Gospel and believes, they “might be justified by faith.”

• Galatians 3:26: “For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus.”

The Bible says believers are all children of God through faith in His son.

• Galatians 5:1: “Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.”

Here, Paul encourages believers to stand firm in the freedom that Christ has given them by grace through faith in His finished work.

• Galatians 5:4: “Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.”

Not only do works not save a man, but Galatians 5:4 tells us that those who seek to be justified by the law have fallen away from grace and distanced themselves from the substantiative righteousness that comes only through faith in Christ.

• Galatians 6:14: “But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.”

Paul tells us here that there can be no glory outside of the Lord Jesus Christ.

The Gospel in Ephesians Showcased in Scripture

• Ephesians 1:7: “In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace.”

Ephesians 1:7 highlights the central theme of salvation, showing that Christ’s death on the cross provided deliverance from sin. The grace of God is abundantly poured out, making forgiveness freely available to all who believe on His name.

• Ephesians 1:13-14: “In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise, Which is the earnest of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory.”

Ephesians 1:13-14 explains that after hearing the word of truth, the gospel of salvation, and believing in Christ, believers are sealed with the Holy Spirit.

• Ephesians 2:4-5: “But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)”

Ephesians 2:4-5 underscores God’s perfect love and mercy, stating that even when we were dead to our sins, He gave us the chance to live together with Christ; this new life is a result solely of grace.

• Ephesians 2:8-9: “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.”

Ephesians 2:8-9 teaches that salvation is by grace through faith and not from ourselves; it is the gift of God. It emphasizes that it is not a result of works, so no one can boast in religious deeds.

• Ephesians 2:13: “But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.”

Ephesians 2:13 describes how those who were once far away have been brought near by Christ’s finished work.

• Ephesians 2:18: “For through him we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father.”

In Ephesians 2:18, Paul states that through Jesus Christ, both Jews and Gentiles have access to the Father by one Spirit.

• Ephesians 2:19-20: “Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God; And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.”

This passage emphasizes the inclusion of all believers into God’s family, where they are unified and established on the truth of the Gospel, with Christ as the essential foundation of the faith.

• Ephesians 3:6: “That the Gentiles should be fellowheirs, and of the same body, and partakers of his promise in Christ by the gospel.”

Ephesians 3:6 reveals that the mystery of the Gospel is that Gentiles are fellow heirs, members of the same body, and partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus through the Gospel.

• Ephesians 3:12: “In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.”

Ephesians 3:12 states that through faith in Christ, we have boldness and access to God with confidence.

• Ephesians 3:17-19: “That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.”

In Ephesians 3:17-19, Paul prays that Christ may dwell in the hearts of believers through faith. This passage displays the raw power of Christ’s love and the importance of being filled with God’s presence in every aspect of life.

• Ephesians 4:7: “But unto every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ.”

Ephesians 4:7 states that each believer has been given grace according to the measure of Christ’s gift to them.

• Ephesians 5:2: “And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour.”

Ephesians 5:2 instructs believers to walk in love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a sacrifice to God.

The Gospel in Philippians Showcased in Scripture

• Philippians 1:6: “Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.”

In Philippians 1:6, Paul expresses confidence that God, who is responsible for all good works of His children, will see those works through until the second-coming of His Son Jesus Christ.

• Philippians 1:21: “For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.”

This Scripture clearly states that for Paul, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

• Philippians 2:5-8: “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.”

These verses describe the sacrificial nature of Jesus Christ; instructing believers to take on the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to the point of death on the cross.

• Philippians 2:9-11: “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”

These Scriptures reveal God’s exaltation of Christ following His obedience in death. It states that God gave Him a name above every name so that in the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven, on earth, and under the earth.

• Philippians 3:8-10: “Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ, And be found in him, not having mine own righteousness, which is of the law, but that which is through the faith of Christ, the righteousness which is of God by faith. That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death.”

Philippians 3:8-10 showcases Paul’s commitment to knowing the ways of Christ. For Paul, the loss of all things is considered gain because it allows him to gain Christ and be found in Him, not having his own righteousness from the law but the righteousness that comes through faith in the Gospel.

• Philippians 3:20-21: “For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: Who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able even to subdue all things unto himself.”

Philippians 3:20-21 contrasts the earthly focus of those who are enemies of the cross with the heavenly citizenship of believers. It states that our citizenship is in heaven and goes on to speak of the physical and spiritual changes associated with a soul in its state with the Lord.

The Gospel in Colossians Showcased in Scripture

• Colossians 1:13-14: “Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins.”

Colossians 1:13-14 speaks of God’s redemptive work through Christ. In Christ, believers have redemption through His blood, which brings the forgiveness of sins.

• Colossians 1:19-22: “For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell; And, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven. And you, that were sometime alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now hath he reconciled In the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy and unblameable and unreproveable in his sight.”

Paul explains that it pleased God for all His fullness to dwell in Christ and, through Him, to reconcile all things to Himself by making peace through the blood of the cross. Although believers were once alienated and hostile in mind due to their evil actions, they are now reconciled to God through Christ’s death, so they can be presented as holy and blameless before Him.

• Colossians 1:27-28: “To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory: Whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus.”

Paul reveals that God has made known the mystery of Christ, which is “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” These Scriptures show the truth that Christ dwells within believers, providing the hope of eternal glory, and the goal of Christian teaching is to help believers grow into full spiritual maturity in Christ.

• Colossians 2:9-10: “For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily. And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power.”

Colossians 2:9-10 emphasizes the fullness of the divine nature dwelling in Christ. It states that in Christ all the fullness of the Godhead bodily dwells, and that believers are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power.

• Colossians 2:13-14: “And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross.”

Paul explains here that although believers were once dead in their sins, God made them alive with Christ by forgiving all their trespasses. These verses show the complete forgiveness believers receive through Christ’s death, as God removes the burden of sin and wipes away all accusations against them, amen.

• Colossians 3:1-4: “If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God. When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.”

Here we see Paul urge believers to seek things that are above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. We are commanded to set our minds on heavenly things, not on earthly things.

The Gospel in 1 Thessalonians Showcased in Scripture

• 1 Thessalonians 1:9-10: “For they themselves shew of us what manner of entering in we had unto you, and how ye turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God; And to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, even Jesus, which delivered us from the wrath to come.”

This passage highlights their genuine conversion, as they abandoned false worship to follow God, and it underscores their hope in Christ’s return and the salvation He brings from future judgment.

• 1 Thessalonians 2:12-13: “That ye would walk worthy of God, who hath called you unto his kingdom and glory. For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe.”

1 Thessalonians 2:12-13 approves the Thessalonians for living a life worthy of God, who calls them into His kingdom and glory. Paul expresses gratitude for their reception of the message, acknowledging that they accepted it not as a human word but as it truly is, the word of God, which is at work in those who believe.

• 1 Thessalonians 4:14: “For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.”

1 Thessalonians 4:14 offers comfort and assurance about the fate of deceased believers. It states that if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, then God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in Him.

• 1 Thessalonians 5:9-10: “For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ, Who died for us, that, whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with him.”

This passage emphasizes God’s plan for salvation, made possible through Christ’s death, assuring believers of eternal life with Him, regardless of their present state.

• 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24: “And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.”

This passage emphasizes God’s work in making believers holy and keeping them secure until Christ’s return, with a focus on God’s faithfulness in completing what He has started.

The Gospel in 2 Thessalonians Showcased in Scripture

• 2 Thessalonians 1:8-10: “In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ: Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power; When he shall come to be glorified in his saints, and to be admired in all them that believe (because our testimony among you was believed) in that day.”

2 Thessalonians 1:8-10 describes the coming judgment of Jesus Christ. It explains that He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.

• 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14: “But we are bound to give thanks alway to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth: Whereunto he called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

In these Scriptures, Paul expresses gratitude for the Thessalonians’ salvation and sanctification through the Spirit and belief in the truth.

• 2 Thessalonians 3:3: “But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.”

2 Thessalonians 3:3 assures believers that the Lord is faithful and will strengthen and protect them from Satan.

• 2 Thessalonians 3:5: “And the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God, and into the patient waiting for Christ.”

Paul prays that the Lord would direct the hearts of believers into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance through His finished work on the cross.

The Gospel in 1 Timothy Showcased in Scripture

• 1 Timothy 1:15-16: “This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief. Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.”

1 Timothy 1:15-16 highlights the core of the Gospel message and Paul’s own experience of grace. He notes that Christ’s patience with him serves as an example for others who would believe in Him for eternal life.

• 1 Timothy 2:5-6: “For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time.”

These Scriptures affirm the role of Jesus as the sole mediator between God and humanity.

• 1 Timothy 4:10: “For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe.”

1 Timothy 4:10 asserts that believers strive because they have set their hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all people in motivation, especially of those who believe.

• 1 Timothy 6:12: “Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.”

1 Timothy 6:12 exhorts believers to “fight the good fight of faith” by encouraging them to take hold of the eternal life to which they were called.

• 1 Timothy 6:14-16: “That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukable, until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ: Which in his times he shall shew, who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords; Who only hath immortality, dwelling in the light which no man can approach unto; whom no man hath seen, nor can see: to whom be honour and power everlasting. Amen.”

1 Timothy 6:14-16 tells us that Christ will be revealed in His own time and provides an overwhelmingly powerful description of his unquestioned status, according to the Scriptures.

The Gospel in 2 Timothy Showcased in Scripture

• 2 Timothy 1:9-10: “Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began, But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.”

These Scriptures speak of God’s purpose and grace given to believers through Jesus Christ. It states that God has saved us and called us to a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace, which was granted to us in Christ Jesus before time began.

This grace has now been revealed through the appearance of Christ our Savior who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel.

• 2 Timothy 1:12: “For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.”

The twelfth verse in 2 Timothy expresses Paul’s confidence in the Gospel. He states that he is suffering for the Gospel but is not ashamed, for he knows whom he has believed and is persuaded of.

• 2 Timothy 2:8: “Remember that Jesus Christ of the seed of David was raised from the dead according to my gospel.”

2 Timothy 2:8 instructs believers to remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, and descended from David, as preached in Paul’s Gospel to all.

• 2 Timothy 2:10-12: “Therefore I endure all things for the elect’s sakes, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory. It is a faithful saying: For if we be dead with him, we shall also live with him: If we suffer, we shall also reign with him: if we deny him, he also will deny us.”

Paul says he endures all things for the sake of the elect, so they might obtain salvation and eternal glory in Christ. He then states a trustworthy saying, as it is written: if we die with Christ, we will also live with Him; if we endure, we will also reign with Him. Conversely, if we deny Him, He will also deny us.

• 2 Timothy 3:15: “And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.”

2 Timothy 3:15 highlights the importance of the Scriptures in the life of a believer. Paul reminds Timothy that from childhood one needs to know the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make one wise unto salvation through faith in Christ.

• 2 Timothy 4:18: “And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work, and will preserve me unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.”

This verse projects on God’s protective power and the assurance of eternal salvation, as Paul trusts that no matter what challenges he faces, God will ultimately secure his entrance into heaven.

The Gospel in Titus Showcased in Scripture

• Titus 1:2-3: “In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; But hath in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed unto me according to the commandment of God our Saviour.”

These Scriptures cement the certainty of God’s promise of eternal life to those who believe in His Son. This highlights His faithfulness and how He has revealed His plan of salvation through the proclamation of the Gospel.

• Titus 2:11-14: “For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.”

Here, Paul explains that God offers His grace to all men. This grace, being a free gift, is designed to teach us that we should live purely, knowing that the Lord Jesus Christ stands behind us.

• Titus 3:4-7: “But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.”

Titus 3:4-7 emphasizes that salvation is entirely a result of God’s mercy and grace, not works of the law, and that through Christ, believers are made new by the Holy Spirit and given the promise of eternal life.

The Gospel in Philemon Showcased in Scripture

• Philemon 1:4-6: “I thank my God, making mention of thee always in my prayers, Hearing of thy love and faith, which thou hast toward the Lord Jesus, and toward all saints; That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus.”

See this expression Paul’s gratitude for Philemon, mentioning that he always thanks God when he remembers him in his prayers. Paul commends Philemon for his faith and love towards the Lord Jesus and all the saints, and he prays that the sharing of Philemon’s faith may become effective in deepening the understanding of every good thing they share for the sake of Christ.

• Philemon 1:10-11: “I beseech thee for my son Onesimus, whom I have begotten in my bonds: Which in time past was to thee unprofitable, but now profitable to thee and to me.”

Verses 10 and 11 address Paul’s appeal on behalf of Onesimus, whom he refers to as his son, indicating a close, personal relationship established during Paul’s imprisonment.

• Philemon 1:15-16: “For perhaps he therefore departed for a season, that thou shouldest receive him for ever; Not now as a servant, but above a servant, a brother beloved, specially to me, but how much more unto thee, both in the flesh, and in the Lord?”

15 through 16 suggests that Onesimus may have been separated from Philemon for a short time so that he could return to him forever, not just as a slave, but as a brother in the Lord.

• Philemon 1:17-18: “If thou count me therefore a partner, receive him as myself. If he hath wronged thee, or oweth thee ought, put that on mine account.”

Paul asks Philemon to welcome Onesimus as he would welcome Paul himself. Paul offers to take on any debt or wrong Onesimus may have caused, asking Philemon to charge it to Paul’s account.

• Philemon 1:20: “Yea, brother, let me have joy of thee in the Lord: refresh my bowels in the Lord.”

Paul asks Philemon to refresh his heart in Christ, likely referring to a favorable response to his appeal on behalf of Onesimus.

The Gospel in Hebrews Showcased in Scripture

• Hebrews 2:9: “But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man.”

Hebrews 2:9 speaks of Jesus’ suffering and exaltation. It states that Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, suffered so that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone who believes.

• Hebrews 4:14-16: “Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession. For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”

This passage emphasizes Jesus’ role as an empathetic high priest and encourages believers to seek God’s grace with confidence.

• Hebrews 7:25: “Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them.”

Hebrews 7:25 affirms that Jesus is able to save completely those who come to God through Him.

• Hebrews 9:12: “Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us.”

This Scripture explains that Christ entered the heavenly sanctuary with His own blood, securing salvation for believers. Unlike the high priests of the old covenant who entered the earthly tabernacle with the blood of animals, Christ’s sacrifice was once for all and obtained everlasting redemption.

• Hebrews 9:14-15: “How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God? And for this cause he is the mediator of the new testament, that by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first testament, they which are called might receive the promise of eternal inheritance.”

Hebrews 9:14-15 discusses the superior efficacy of Christ’s sacrifice. This sacrifice establishes Jesus as the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance because a death has occurred that redeems them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant.

• Hebrews 10:10: “By the which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.”

Hebrews 10:10 explains that believers are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.

• Hebrews 10:19-22: “Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, By a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh; And having an high priest over the house of God; Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water.”

Hebrews 10:19-22 invites believers to approach God with confidence. It explains that, through the blood of Jesus, believers have a new and living way into the presence of God. They are encouraged to draw near with a true heart, full of assurance, having their hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and their bodies washed with pure water.

• Hebrews 11:1: “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”

Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as “the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”

• Hebrews 11:6: “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.”

Hebrews 11:6 emphasizes the necessity of faith in pleasing God. It states that without faith, it is impossible to please Him, for anyone who comes to God must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who diligently seek Him.

• Hebrews 12:2: “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.”

Hebrews 12:2 portrays Jesus as both the initiator and perfecter of the faith, highlighting His endurance of suffering and His exaltation which serves as a model for man to persevere in their own faith journey.

The Gospel in James Showcased in Scripture

• James 1:17-18: “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning. Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.”

James 1:17-18 emphasizes that every good and perfect gift comes from the Lord. It shows that God decided to give us new life through His true message (the Gospel), making us the first and special part of His creation.

• James 1:21: “Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls.”

James 1:21 urges Christians to rid themselves of all moral filth and to humbly accept the Word implanted in them, which has the power to save their souls.

• James 2:5: “Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?”

James 2:5 tells us that God has chosen the poor in the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom He promised to those who love Him.

• James 2:14-17: “What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him? If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit? Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.”

James 2:14-17 addresses the relationship between faith and works. It questions the value of faith without corresponding actions. The passage argues that if faith does not produce deeds (or “fruit”), it is dead, just as a body without the spirit is dead.

• James 4:6: “But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.”

James 4:6 explains that God gives grace generously, but He opposes the proud and gives grace to the humble.

• James 5:15: “And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.”

This verse showcases the power of prayer offered in faith, not only to bring healing but also to restore spiritually.

The Gospel in 1 Peter Showcased in Scripture

• 1 Peter 1:3-5: “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.”

1 Peter 1:3-5 praises God for His great mercy and the new birth believers have received into salvation through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This hope is an inheritance that is imperishable and unfading, kept in heaven for them.

• 1 Peter 1:18-19: “Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot.”

These Scriptures explain that believers were redeemed from their empty way of life (dead to sin) inherited from their ancestors, not with perishable things like silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ.

• 1 Peter 1:21: “Who by him do believe in God, that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith and hope might be in God.”

Here Peter tells us that through Jesus Christ, believers have faith and hope in God. It explains that Christ’s resurrection from the dead and His glorification are the basis for that “blessed” faith and hope.

• 1 Peter 2:24: “Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.”

1 Peter 2:24 describes Jesus bearing our sins in His body on the cross so that we might choose righteousness over sin. It affirms that by His wounds, “ye were healed.”

• 1 Peter 3:18: “For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit.”

This verse highlights Jesus’s death as the means of reconciliation between God and man, confirming that Christ, though sinless, died for the sinful, and through His resurrection, death was destroyed and believers are brought into a restored relationship with God.

• 1 Peter 4:1: “Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin.”

This verse emphasizes the need for believers to adopt Christ’s attitude toward suffering, understanding that enduring suffering for righteousness helps break the power of sin and aligns them with God’s will.

• 1 Peter 5:10: “But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.”

This verse shows us that, though suffering is temporary, God will ultimately bring healing and strength, fulfilling His promise of eternal glory for those who remain faithful.

The Gospel in 2 Peter Showcased in Scripture

• 2 Peter 1:3-4: “According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.”

These verses emphasize that through God’s power and promise, His children are equipped for godly living and are transformed to share in God’s nature, freeing them from sin’s destructive influence.

• 2 Peter 1:10-11: “Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall: For so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.”

These verses showcase the importance of actively pursuing spiritual growth, which affirms one’s faith and ensures salvation by grace through faith.

• 2 Peter 1:16-18: “For we have not followed cunningly devised fables, when we made known unto you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he received from God the Father honour and glory, when there came such a voice to him from the excellent glory, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. And this voice which came from heaven we heard, when we were with him in the holy mount.”

These verses highlight the apostolic authority and the truthfulness of the Gospel, grounded in real events and eyewitness testimony, not stories by man.

• 2 Peter 3:9: “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.”

This verse emphasizes God’s patience and mercy, showing that His delay in judgment is an opportunity for people to repent and turn to Him, reflecting His desire for all to be saved.

• 2 Peter 3:13: “Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.”

A depiction of the future hope for believers, pointing to the coming renewal of all things where God’s perfect righteousness will reign, encouraging them to look forward to this eternal reality.

• 2 Peter 3:18: “But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.”

This verse emphasizes the importance of continual spiritual growth, encouraging believers to deepen their understanding of Christ and to live in His grace.

The Gospel in 1 John Showcased in Scripture

• 1 John 1:7: “But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.”

This verse shows us the importance of living in truth and righteousness, fostering Christian fellowship, and receiving ongoing cleansing from sin through Christ’s blood atonement.

• 1 John 1:9: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

1 John 1:9 teaches that if we confess our sins through repentance, God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

• 1 John 2:1-2: “My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.”

1 John 2:1-2 addresses believers, encouraging them not to sin but offering reassurance that if anyone does sin, they have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, who is all-righteous. It states that Jesus is the propitiation for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world – if we accept Him.

• 1 John 2:25: “And this is the promise that he hath promised us, even eternal life.”

We see here the promise that God has given to believers: eternal life through Jesus Christ the Lord.

• 1 John 3:5: “And ye know that he was manifested to take away our sins; and in him is no sin.”

1 John 3:5 shows that Jesus was sent forth to take away our sins, and in Him there is no sin.

• 1 John 3:16: “Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.”

This verse emphasizes the sacrificial nature of true love, modeled by Christ’s death on the cross. The Scriptures instruct believers to show the same kind of sacrificial love toward one another as well.

• 1 John 4:9-10: “In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.”

John explains that God’s love was revealed when He sent His only Son into the world so that we might live through Him. This love is not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as a propitiation for our sins.

• 1 John 4:14-15: “And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world. Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God.”

John testifies that the Father sent His Son to be the Savior of the world, and whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in them, and they in God. We see here the importance of acknowledging Jesus as the Savior and Son of God.

• 1 John 5:11-12: “And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life.”

The testimony of God shows us here that He has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. It simply states that whoever has the Son has life, and whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.

• 1 John 5:13: “These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.”

1 John 5:13 explains that the purpose of the letter is to assure those who believe in the name of the Son of God that they have eternal life. It emphasizes the confidence believers can have in their salvation.

The Gospel in 2 John Showcased in Scripture

• 2 John 1:3: “Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love.”

John extends a blessing, stating that grace, mercy, and peace will be with believers from God the Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ, in truth and love.

• 2 John 1:5-6: “And now I beseech thee, lady, not as though I wrote a new commandment unto thee, but that which we had from the beginning, that we love one another. And this is love, that we walk after his commandments. This is the commandment, That, as ye have heard from the beginning, ye should walk in it.”

Here, love is defined not merely as an emotion but as obedience to God’s commandments, particularly the command to love one another.

• 2 John 1:9: “Whosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.”

John warns that anyone who does not remain in the teachings of Christ does not have God, but whoever abides in the teachings of Christ has both the Father and the Son. As such, continuing in His teachings is essential for maintaining a relationship with both God the Father and Jesus Christ.

The Gospel in 3 John Showcased in Scripture

• 3 John 1:3-4: “For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth. I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.”

Here John expresses joy upon hearing that fellow believers are walking in the truth.

• 3 John 1:11: “Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God.”

Here John urges believers not to imitate evil but to follow what is good, stating that those who do good are from God, while those who do evil have not seen God.

The Gospel in Jude Showcased in Scripture

• Jude 1:3: “Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints.”

Verse 3 explains the importance of holding firmly to the true Christian faith; vigilance in preserving the integrity of the Gospel in the face of false teachings.

• Jude 1:20-21: “But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost, Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.”

20 and 21 combine to instruct on the importance of spiritual growth, prayer, staying rooted in God’s love, and maintaining hope in Christ’s mercy knowing the promise of eternal life.

• Jude 1:24-25: “Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.”

Here we see a doxology that celebrates God’s power, majesty, and authority, acknowledging Him as the only God and Savior, through Jesus Christ, time-eternal. These two verses highlight God’s ability to protect believers and ensure their ultimate salvation while offering a final word of worship and exaltation to Him.

The Gospel in Revelation Showcased in Scripture

• Revelation 1:5-6: “And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.”

Verses 5 through 6 powerfully describes Jesus Christ as the faithful witness, the first begotten of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. It praises Him for loving us and washing us from our sins in His own blood. The passage also acknowledges that He has made believers kings and priests unto God, His Father, and ends with a declaration of glory and dominion to Jesus forever and ever.

• Revelation 3:20: “Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.”

Jesus extends an invitation for a personal relationship with Him, symbolized by standing at the door and knocking. It emphasizes the importance of responding to His call, promising fellowship and communion for those who open the door and welcome Him into their lives.

• Revelation 5:9-10: “And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation; And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.”

9 and 10 describe the song sung to the Lamb, praising Him for being worthy to open the scroll because He was slain and redeemed people from every tribe, language, and nation through His blood.

• Revelation 7:9-10: “After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands; And cried with a loud voice, saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb.”

This Scripture brings a vivid description of the “multitude” from every nation, tribe, people, and language standing before the throne and the Lamb. They are clothed in white robes and hold palm branches (symbolizing victory). The crowd speaks that salvation belongs to God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb.

• Revelation 12:10-11: “And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night. And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.”

Revelation 12:10-11 describes the arrival of salvation, the kingdom of God, and the authority of Christ. It acknowledges that the accuser, who accused the believers day and night, has been cast down. The believers overcome the accuser by the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony, and they do not love their lives even unto death.

• Revelation 14:6-7: “And I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people, Saying with a loud voice, Fear God, and give glory to him; for the hour of his judgment is come: and worship him that made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters.”

Revelation 14:6-7 describes the appearance of an angel flying in the midst of heaven, proclaiming the everlasting Gospel to all who dwell on the earth. The angel urges them to fear God, give Him glory, and worship the Him, for the time of His judgment has come.

• Revelation 21:6: “And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.”

Revelation 21:6 presents God’s declaration that He is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. He promises to give freely of the water (literal and allegorical) of life to anyone who thirsts.

• Revelation 22:17: “And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.”

Revelation 22:17 calls on those who hear to say, “Come,” and extends the invitation to anyone who is thirsty to come and freely take the water of life.

This collection of verses above encapsulates the essence of the Gospel: salvation by grace through faith in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, according to the Scriptures. You’ve heard the Gospel, now do you believe it?

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