G.O.S.P.E.L. Acronym

The speakers at our Worship Service on Sunday referred to the G.O.S.P.E.L. acronym as a way for them to share the gospel message in a succinct way. Kason, Tristan and Jeff each referenced it as a tool they learned and used when talking with friends, co-workers and others.  

The G.O.S.P.E.L. acronym used by Lead THE Cause (a ministry of Dare 2 Share) is a simple, memorable way to help students and believers share the message of Jesus clearly and effectively. It lays out the story of salvation in a logical, easy-to-understand way, especially for those unfamiliar with the Bible.    

Why This Tool Works:  

• It’s easy to memorize and explain to others.  

• It keeps the focus on God's story, not just personal opinion.  

• It provides a clear, biblical gospel message from start to finish.  

• It naturally leads to a call to action: to believe and trust in Christ.  

If you would like to practice sharing your faith using the G.O.S.P.E.L. acronym, we encourage you to practice with your small group or Bible Study. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to the church office and a pastor or elder will follow up with you.   

Here’s what G.O.S.P.E.L. stands for:     

G – God created us to be with Him.

      • God is holy, loving, and created us for relationship with Him.  

      • Genesis 1:26-27 – We are made in God’s image for fellowship with Him.     

O – Our sins separate us from God.

      • Sin broke that relationship. It separates us from a perfect God.  

      • Romans 3:23 – “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”     

S – Sins cannot be removed by good deeds.

      • We can’t earn our way back to God by being "good enough."  

      • Ephesians 2:8-9 – We are saved by grace, not by works.     

P – Paying the price for sin, Jesus died and rose again.

      • Jesus took our punishment on Himself and rose to give us life.  

      • Romans 5:8 – “But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”     

E – Everyone who trusts in Him alone has eternal life.  

     • Faith in Jesus—not religion, not works—is the way to be saved.  

     • John 3:16 – “Whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.”    

 L – Life with Jesus starts now and lasts forever. 

      • Eternal life isn’t just about heaven—it’s a new life starting now with Jesus. 

      • John 10:10 – “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”