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The Gospel Concisely Stated

By December 4, 2015December 7th, 2015No Comments

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 15:3-4 KJV

Here is a most important statement regarding the Gospel for all believers. It states concisely the Gospel essentials that must be embraced by all Christians. First, the death of Christ was according to the Scriptures. On more than one occasion Jesus made this statement to His Apostles. Jesus died for our sins as a perfect sacrifice that met all the requirements of the law. Second, He was buried. His burial was proof that His death was real and that the payment for sin had been made. Third, He rose from the grave the third day. This also was according to Scripture. It demonstrated the Father’s acceptance of His payment. As Paul received this and passed it on to others, so now we must do the same.

Lord, the Gospel is about You and the work You have accomplished for all that believe. I am grateful for Your death, burial, and resurrection for it is only by these essential acts and my faith in them that I am saved from the consequences of my sins. Help me be responsible in standing by these Gospel essentials and in sharing them with others.