Discussion Series | Rooted | 4. What Is the Gospel?

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What is the Gospel?

Most people have an answer — but is it the complete one? In this episode, we walk through what the Gospel actually is, what it isn't, and why every piece of the definition matters.

Key Scriptures

• Romans 1:16
• 1 Corinthians 15:1–4
• Ephesians 2:8–9
• Romans 10:9–10
• Acts 5:31

What We Cover

• The three most common counterfeits — and why they fall short
• The four pillars of a complete Gospel: God, Humanity, Christ, and Response
• Why the Gospel is an announcement first — not an instruction
• How a false Gospel produces exhaustion, and the real one produces transformation

Discussion Questions

• Could you define the Gospel clearly to someone who's never heard it?
• Which counterfeit Gospel do you think is most common in the church today?
• What does it mean to respond to the Gospel — not just agree with it?

Pastor's Steve’s Book Recommendation

What Is the Gospel? by Greg Gilbert

Gilbert builds his case around four core subjects — God, man, Christ, and a response — drawing from Paul's presentation in Romans and the sermons throughout Acts.It's a short, accessible read that goes deep where it counts.

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