THE NATURE OF THE GOSPEL

May 7, 2023  #followyourheart #yolo #authenticity

“Everybody has plans until they get hit for the first time.” - Mike Tyson





Acts 4:1-22
THE GOSPEL IS A BOLD MESSAGE

verses 1-4


A. POLARIZING

1st Cor. 1:18

Matthew 28:18-20


B. HISTORICAL AND OBJECTIVE



verses 7-11



Your mind is the source and standard of truth, so no matter what, trust yourself. #theanswersarewithin
Your emotions are authoritative, so never question (or let anyone else question) your feelings. #followyourheart
You are sovereign, so flex your omnipotence and bend the universe around your dreams and desires. #liveyourtruth
You are supreme, so always act according to your chief end, to glorify and enjoy yourself forever. #yolo
You are the summum bonum—the standard of goodness—so don’t let anyone oppress you with the antiquated notion of being a sinner who needs grace. #neverchange.
You are the Creator, so use that limitless creative power to craft your identity and purpose. #authenticity.

C. EXCLUSIVE

verse 12


2. CREATES AND REQUIRES BOLD MESSENGERS

verse 13



A. TRUST INSTEAD OF SHAME



Luke 12:11-12



1st Corinthians 6:9-11

B. BOLDNESS INSTEAD OF FEAR

v. 10-11

3. THE GOSPEL SHOULD OVERFLOW OUT OF US


verses 14-22



2nd Cor 4:13