Theology II | The Gospel of Jesus Christ: Good News, Not Merely Good Advice

Many churchgoers (and pastors) are unable to define what is meant by 'the Gospel of Jesus Christ.' Somehow, Christianity has been turned into a system of 'dos and don'ts' rather than the joyful news of what God has done in Jesus Christ and is still doing through the Holy Spirit. In some cases, political ideologies have become more prominent than the gospel in many churches. Alas, as churchgoing declines in our society, we become so focused on how to keep our church going that we overlook what God has done, is doing, and will do through those who participate in the ongoing life of Jesus Christ. If the church is to live on, we need life from God!

The Christian faith was first and foremost the proclamation of good (joyful) news, which is what 'gospel' means. This course will go back to the basics of Christianity. Pastor Doug will base the course, more or less, on a book written by his friend and former professor, Klyne Snodgrass. Dr. Snodgrass, now retired from teaching, remains a world-renowned biblical scholar. He authored the book 'You Need a Better Gospel: Proclaiming the Good News of Participation with Christ' recently in 2022.

START DATE: May 15, 2024

TIME: 10:00 am

LOCATION: GPC 2nd Conference Room

DURATION: Every Wednesday for 7 weeks