“For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. - 1 Corinthians 15: 3-4 The word “gospel” means good news. But what exactly is this good …
“For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.
– 1 Corinthians 15: 3-4
The word “gospel” means good news. But what exactly is this good news, and why does it matter? Paul, in Romans 1:16, writes, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes…” The gospel is more than a set of teachings or a religious slogan; it is the very release of God’s power to humanity.
The gospel is defined clearly in 1 Corinthians 15:1-4. The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus is not just a story; it is God’s divine transaction to restore what was lost in Eden. When man sinned, he lost more than just favour with God; he lost power. Power to live above sin, power to reign in life, and power to fulfill destiny.
The love of God was primarily demonstrated in this: that God would not leave man in that powerless state. Through Jesus Christ, God sent help. The crucifixion of Jesus is not just a historical event-it is the legal reclaiming of authority for every believer. On the cross, Jesus paid for our sins, destroyed the grip of death, and released divine enablement to those who would believe.
The gospel re-validates our identity by restoring the power that confirms it.
This is why identity alone is not enough. Genesis 1:27 tells us that man was made in God’s image, but in Genesis 1:28, God blessed them. That blessing is an empowerment. Without power, identity is useless. You may look like a doctor, but if you cannot treat patients, the identity is a façade. Likewise, claiming to be God’s child without functioning in His power is deception.
The gospel re-validates our identity by restoring the power that confirms it. Jesus didn’t just die to forgive us of our sins; He died to empower us to live victoriously. His resurrection is proof that the power of sin, death, and limitation has been conquered.
What does this mean for us today? It means the power of God is available to override sickness, sin, fear, and defeat. It means we are no longer victims but victors through Christ. Romans 8:37. It means you can pray, believe, and walk in the supernatural realm.
Today, it is important to reflect on what the gospel means to you. Is it just another story? Or is it the reality of God’s power at work in your life?
Song: My Redeemer Lives
By Nicole Mullen
Prayer – Lord Jesus, I believe in the gospel. Let the power of the gospel begin to work mightily in me today and every day. Amen.
Bible in 1 Year: Psalms 29-30; Acts 23
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