Gospel, Matthew 24:1-14

Introduction

Text: Matthew 24:1-14

Getting the Gospel Right

1. The gospel involves the unveiling of God’s kingdom.
   1. We will portray the fullness of God’s offer.
   2. We will call people to an appropriate response (Mark 1:15b).
   3. We will call people to something beyond themselves.
2. The gospel is an authoritative pronouncement.
   1. We will speak.
   2. We will not apologize or accomodate.
   3. We will focus on the finished work of Christ (Luke 24:47, Romans 1:16-17, 2 Timothy 1:10).
3. The gospel is a global initiative.
   1. We will prioritize global missions.
   2. We will strive to reflect the multi-ethnic reality of the kingdom.
4. The gospel is the central task of the church in this age.
   1. We will be motivated by the grace of God.
   2. We will live in hope of Jesus’ return.

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