“The old gospel was about an offended God; the new gospel is about a wounded us. The old gospel was about sin; the new gospel is about needs. The old gospel was about our need for righteousness; the new gospel is about our need for fulfillment. The old gospel is offensive to those who are perishing; the new gospel is attractive.”
I do not know who said this but I believe many are preaching the 'new gospel.' And if so, it is yet another reason why we are not experiencing God's power. Most pastors readily admit that many of their church members seem to be lost. If they are not hearing the right message why should we expect God to demonstrate His power by saving them? If we expect power to return to the church it must be according to God's word! We are not called to attract large crowds and erect huge buildings, we are called to preach the word of God and equip His people.
Which gospel are you preaching? Where do your concerns lie? Are you really burdened over God's holiness and the name of Christ being blasphemed by those who claim His name but do not follow Him? Please allow the Holy Spirit to examine your heart and see if you to have been decieved.
Friday, March 27, 2026
1 day ago
Well Brother Dean I think you have nailed it down in this article. As Paul says in 1 Corinthians 1:18 "the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing but to us who are being saved it is the power of God." A seeker friendly, material, and emotionally based message will draw a crowd. In which case we could leave them on the streets and watch them go to hell. The gospel is offensive because we are wicked and unless man sees his wick ways, he will see no need for a Savior. God Bless you for your honesty, Gerald Greenlee
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