Why is the Gospel ‘Good News’? truegospel.org

People like the gospel “about” Christ, which is principally concerned with the forgiveness available through Christ’s sacrifice. While true, this version is incomplete and impotent.  The gospel Christ preached was about God’s Kingdom – including obedience to His standard of conduct.  This is disturbing to many because it contradicts their traditions and ideas, and requires not just belief but also change.  Christ announced that He is coming to overthrow human governments, to bring mankind to repentance, and to set up a universe-ruling Kingdom with just laws and merciful governance that will make unending peace and prosperity.  The establishment of God’s rule – the perfect government headed by God Himself – is the only way today’s confused, embattled earth will ever have peace, joy, and abundance.  That’s what makes the gospel good news.