What is the gospel?

Romans 1:1-17

The Gospel of God:

1. was promised in the holy Scriptures (v. 2)
2. concerns Jesus (v. 3)
3. is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes (v. 16)
4. is a revelation of the righteousness of God (v. 17)

1. The gospel is a realisation of what was promised.

2. The resurrection was proof of the authenticity of Jesus. (Compare Matthew 27:62-66)

3. Our persuasiveness does not save, rather we are called to declare the gospel (not defend it) for it has the power.

4. Compare Habakkuk 2:4.