Maybe you grew up in church and heard the words a thousand times but never understood what they actually meant. Maybe you’ve never been to church at all, but something drew you here. Maybe someone you love is a Christian and you want to understand what they believe.

This guide explains the gospel clearly, honestly, and without the sales pitch. No jargon. No bait-and-switch. Just the truth about what Christians actually believe — and what it means for your life.

What’s Inside

  • What is the Gospel? — The bad news and the good news, explained plainly
  • Why Did Jesus Have to Die? — The logic of the cross: justice, love, and substitution
  • What Does “Saved” Actually Mean? — Past, present, and future: justification, sanctification, glorification
  • How Do I Know If I’m Really Saved? — Three biblical marks of genuine faith from 1 John
  • What Now? — Practical first steps: prayer, finding a church, reading the Bible
  • 7-Day Gospel of John Reading Plan — A guided week through the key passages of John’s Gospel

“The gospel in one sentence: While you were still running from God, He ran toward you — and the rescue cost Him everything.”

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Who This Is For

This guide is for seekers, skeptics, new believers, and anyone who wants the Christian faith explained without condescension or clichés. It’s also a great resource to share with friends or family who are asking questions about faith.

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