The Good News of God's Salvation for Mankind

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THE GOSPEL – THE GOOD NEWS OF GOD’S SALVATION FOR MANKIND
You may wonder why the gospel is described as the good news of salvation. Let’s take a human perspective. Imagine a father who has children
and suddenly wakes up one morning only to discover that all his children have been taken captive. Think for a moment about the pain and
anguish such a father would have and the desire he would have to see his children return back to him. This is exactly what happened in the book
of Genesis when Adam and Evedisobeyed God. God’s children were taken captive and became a slave to sin (Romans 5:12 - Wherefore, as by
one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for all have sinned)
Now, what would a loving father do? Guess your answer is as good as mine; a loving father will seek to rescue his children from captivity and
this is exactly what God accomplished through His son Jesus Christ. Hence, the gospel is the good news of God’s salvation for mankind through
the shedding of the blood of His son Jesus Christ on the cross of Calvary. Why is it described as the good news? Because through that singular
act, God has made the provision for all His children to return back to Him. The big question then is would you accept His precious and free gift
of salvation?
Now, to have a better understanding of what God did and why Hedid it, let’s take a look at a popular scripture. John 3: 16-17 - For God so loved
the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not
his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. This scripture summarises God’s intent, His desire
to give youeverlasting life and to save the world. Could you have accomplished this on your own? The answer to that question is no, because if
youcould there would not have been any need for Him to send us His only begotten Son Jesus Christ to die on the cross. John 14:6 also provides
additional insight - Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. See also Ephesians 2:
8-9 - For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.
Now we know what God has done and why; we are back to the question would you accept His precious and free gift of salvation?
Again, we take a look at the human perspective. The fact that a father prepares a gift and makes it freely available to his children is no guarantee
that the children will accept the gift. Some may accept without question for the simple reason that this is coming from their father, others may be
interested in knowing what the gift is about before taking a decision on whether to accept the gift, and others may simply not be interested. It is
my sincere prayer that youfall into the category of those who have accepted or will accept God’s precious gift of salvation. But an important point,
it is a free choice out of love and not one that is imposed based on fear. Once you have a good understanding of what God has done and what
this gift entails youwould lovingly accept His precious gift of salvation. If you have done so previously based on the fear of not wanting to go to
hell, hopefully this will help change your perspective. The desire to make heaven is a good motivation, but love for God is a far better motivation.
It is my prayer that as you go through the next paragraph the entrance of His word would give light (Psalm 119:130).
So what exactly was accomplished on the cross of calvary by God through His Son Jesus Christ?
 Jesus Christreceived the punishmentdue to our transgression and iniquities thatwe in turn mightbe forgivenand so have peace with God (Romans
5:1 – Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ)
 Jesus Christbore our sicknesses and pains thatwe through His wounds mightbe healed (1st Peter 2:24 – who Himselfbore our sinsin Hisown body
on the tree, that we, having died to sins, might live for righteousness – by whose stripes you were healed.
 Jesus Christwas made sinwith our sinfulnessand so tasted death for everyonethatwe mightbe made righteous with His righteousness(Hebrews
2:9 – But we see Jesus, who wasmade a littlelower than the angels,for the suffering of death crowned with gloryand honour, thatHe,by the grace
of God, might taste death for everyone.
 Jesus Christ died our death that we might receive His life (Romans 6:23 – For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ
Jesus our Lord)
 Jesus Christbecame poor thatwe in turn might become rich. He endured our poverty thatwe mightshare His abundance (2nd Corinthians8:9 – For
you know the graceof our Lord Jesus Christ,thatthough He wasrich,yetfor your sakesHe became poor,thatyouthrough His povertymight become
rich).
 Jesus Christ bore our shame that we might share His glory. He endured our rejection that we might have His acceptance with the father (Matthew
27:46 – And about the ninth hour Jesuscried outwith a loud voice,saying“Eli,Eli lama sabachthani?” that is “My God, My God, whyhave You forsaken
Me?” Ephesians 1:5-6 Havingpredestined usto adoptionas sonsby JesusChrist toHimself,according to thegood pleasureof Hiswill,to the praise
of the glory of His grace, by which He has made us accepted in the Beloved).
 Jesus Christwas made a curse thatwe mightenter into the blessing. Galatians3:13-14 – Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law, having
become a curse for us (for itis written,“Cursed iseveryone whohangson a tree”) thattheblessing ofAbrahammightcome upon the Gentilesin Christ
Jesus that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
 And all of these is available to us freely just by accepting His gift of salvation
 For further details please read the attached file below or visit the link (item six on the second page)
The Divine
Exchange.pdf
My prayer is that may you at this point be eager to accept God’s gift of salvation and asking what shall I do to accept this gift? Romans 10:9-10
gives an insight. It says “that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead,
you will be saved. For with the heart one believes to righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made to salvation. So, back to our big
question, would you accept God’s precious and free gift of salvation? If you answered yes to this question please say the following confession.

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Heavenly Father, I come to You in the name of Jesus Christ. I believe in my heart that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. I believe that Hedied for
my sins and was raised from the dead according to the scriptures. I believe that because of His death, burial and resurrection, God’s precious
gift of salvation is available to me. Therefore, I receive and accept this gift by receiving the Lord Jesus Christ as my savior and I confess Him as
my Lord. Thank You Lord.
Congratulations! And welcome to the family of God. Please attend a bible believing church near you.
This is the beginning of your journey and walk with the Lord. To help you in your walk with the Lord and the path to maturity in Christ dedicated
study of the holy bible is uppermost (Psalm 1:1-6); furthermore, please find attached/below a list of resources that would be useful. It contains
recommended books and devotionals, list of websites you can visit for various Christian resources, YouTube links to teachings by pastors
amongst others. Aboveall this, the Lord said in John 14:26 “Butthe Helper, the Holy Spirit (The primary teacher for Christians), whom the Father
will send in My name, Hewill teach youall things and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you. It is my prayer that the Lord Himself
will teach you through His Holy Spirit and you enjoy your journey as a soldier in the Lord’s army in Jesus name. Amen.
USEFUL LINKS
1. http://www.biblemagazine.com/index.php 2. http://www.awmi.net/
3. http://www.wallbuilders.com/ 4. http://www.derekprince.org/
5. http://www.rhema.org/ 6. http://www.derekprince.org/Articles/1000132017/DPM_U
S/Contact_Us/Divine_Exchange_form/The_Divine_Exch
ange.aspx
7. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hErbT1JUNwQ 8. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgXoXJHzB64
9. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IdxMdCbK1Q 10. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedde
d&v=ghyWDrlaTnk
11. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aikNbkFdt9A 12. http://www.creationevidence.org/
13. http://www.creationworldview.org/ 14. http://www.morningstarministries.org/
15. http://www.josephprince.org/ 16. http://www.awmi.net/audio/audio-
teachings/#/awm_1070a_first-aidI.mp3
17. http://www.awmi.net/audio/audio-
teachings/#/awm_1001a_panic.mp3
18. http://www.awmi.net/audio/audio-
teachings/#/awm_1030a_sheep.mp3
19. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1fJhsRWP2s&list=
PLvwgUlicDKGoDh5TfqqFwwfNA7TmHFFBo
20. http://www.awmi.net/audio/audio-
teachings/#/awm_1049b_think.mp3
21. http://www.flcbranson.org/listseries.php?xml=rss% 2FMer
cyOverJudgment.xml
22. http://www.marketplaceleaders.org/
23. http://www.awmi.net/audio/audio-
teachings/#/awm_1027a_basics.mp3
24. http://www.awmi.net/audio/audio-
teachings/#/awm_1042a_hypocrites.mp3
25. http://www.awmi.net/audio/audio-
teachings/#/awm_1033a_blessed.mp3
26. http://www.awmi.net/audio/audio-
teachings/#/awm_1077a_new.mp3
RECOMMENDED READINGS
1. Dispensational Truth or God’s Plan and Purpose in the Ages by Clarence Larkin Published by Martino Publishing Mansfield
Centre, CT 2011.
2. The Book of Revelation by Clarence Larkin 3. The Second Coming of Christ by Clarence Larkin
4. The Believer’s Authority by Kenneth E. Hagin 5. The Triumphant Church by Kenneth E. Hagin
6. Love: The Way to Victory by Kenneth E. Hagin 7. Protection From Deception by Derek Prince
8. Understanding How to Fight The Good Fight of Faith by
Kenneth E. Hagin
9. Business by the Book by Larry Burkett
10. A Better Way to Pray by Andrew Wommack 11. Secrets of a Prayer Warrior by Derek Prince
12. The Art of Prayer by Kenneth E. Hagin 13. Spirit Filled Living by Smith Wigglesworth
14. Called and Accountable by Henry & Norman Blackaby 15. You Shall Receive Power by Derek Prince
16. Spiritual Warfare by Derek Prince 17. Overcoming Evil in The Last Days by Rick Joyner
18. The Powerof Right Believing by Joseph Prince 19. The Believer’s Authority by Andrew Wommack
20. Foundations For Righteous Living by Derek Prince 21.
RECOMMENDED DAILY DEVOTIONAL STUDY GUIDE
1. Faith Food Devotions by Kenneth E. Hagin 2. Declaring God’s Word by Derek Prince
3. Smith Wigglesworth Devotional