Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance (Romans 2:4)
When we preach the Gospel, what exactly are we preaching? The Gospel is good news—the availability of the righteousness of God. Jesus didn’t come to condemn the world. The Bible says, “For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved” (John 3:17). So what did Jesus tell us to do? He said, “Preach the Gospel!”
We’re to tell the world how good, gracious and kind God is; He’s not the God of judgement, but the God of love. So, preach His love. I remember when I used to go for crusades with the movie, titled, “Burning Hell.” It scared people to repentance, but only for a while. The fear didn’t last because it was based on emotion, not true repentance. It’s the goodness of God that leads men to repentance, not the judgement of God.
When people hear about the goodness of God, they’re moved to come out of their darkness. Think about Noah; he preached about the coming judgement for years, but how many people repented and entered the Ark with him? It was only his family. The same happened with Lot. But when the Apostles preached the Gospel, the good news, nations were changed! Hallelujah!
The Gospel is the message of hope, love, life, and victory in Christ. Of course, there’s a hell, and not just hell, there’s also the lake of fire where hell itself will be cast into with Satan and all who reject salvation. But blessed be God; no one who believes in Jesus should be afraid of going to hell, because Jesus already went to hell in our behalf. He paid the price, and gave us eternal life so we can live eternally in victory and success. He brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel. Hallelujah!
PRAYER
Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You for the Gospel—the good news of Your righteousness, love, and grace. I declare that I am a carrier of this message, spreading the light of Your goodness wherever I go. Thank You, Lord, for delivering me from the power of darkness and translating me into the kingdom of Your dear Son Jesus Christ, My Lord and Personal Saviour. I rejoice in the victory and eternal life You have given me in Christ Jesus. Hallelujah! Amen.
FURTHER STUDY:
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.
Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,
1 Thessalonians 5:9 For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ,
Romans 2:4 Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?
1 Year Bible Reading Plan: 2 Timothy 4:1-22 & Jeremiah 26-28
2 Year Bible Reading Plan: James 2:1-26 & Ezekiel 28
By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome
Questions:
Personal Questions:
1. How do I perceive God’s nature: as a God of judgment or a God of love?
2. What role does the goodness of God play in my life and witness?
3. How can I share the Gospel in a way that highlights God’s love and kindness?
The Gospel Message
1. What is the core message of the Gospel?
2. How does Jesus’ mission (John 3:17) shape our understanding of the Gospel?
3. What is the difference between preaching judgment and preaching God’s goodness?
Repentance and Conversion
1. What motivates true repentance: fear of judgment or the goodness of God?
2. How can I move beyond emotional responses to genuine heart transformation?
3. What role does understanding God’s love play in sustaining faith?
Evangelism and Witness
1. How can I effectively share the Gospel with others?
2. What are the key elements of the Gospel message that lead to transformation?
3. How can I balance warning of hell’s reality with the hope of salvation?
Scriptural Application
1. How does Romans 2:4 inform my approach to evangelism?
2. What insights from John 3:17 and 2 Timothy 1:10 shape my understanding of the Gospel?
3. How can I apply the Apostles’ preaching model (Acts 2, 4, 13) in my witness?
Faith and Assurance
1. How does Jesus’ sacrifice assure me of eternal life?
2. What does it mean to live victoriously in Christ?
3. How can I deepen my faith and confidence in God’s goodness?
May these questions inspire and guide you as you ponder the Gospel’s transformative power, Amen.
Thank You Jesus,
Salvation Prayers
If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:
Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.
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