God's Good News—What It Is and More

We are told throughout the pages of Scripture that in Christ we are immeasurably loved, totally forgiven, fully accepted, complete, and blessed. This is also a paraphrase from Robert McGee, who unpacks these promises in his book, The Search for Significance.[1] Following are a few Scriptures that I have assembled on each truth.   We Are Loved: I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may …

(God’s Word on Salvation) Used with permission from Discover God’s Blessings by Dr. John Hash and updated by Robbi Cary. (This is Appendix E in the book.)   God made all of creation wonderful, and He loves us dearly. For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD; plans for good, not evil; plans to prosper you, and give you hope and a future (Jer. 29:11). Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights (James 1:17). God has shown His love to us by sending His only Son …

If you have never received Jesus and salvation (or if you are unsure), and you desire to do so, know that the steps of salvation are as simple as A, B, C. Accept (and understand) God’s truth. Believe on Jesus (and all that He offers to us). Call on Jesus for salvation, and follow Him.   First, we must know and accept what God declares about: Himself (He is righteous and loves us greatly.) Life’s purpose (God created us to know Him and love Him.) Ourselves (Every person falls short of God’s ways, commands, and law. God declares this is …