(Clip) Sharing The Good News Of Jesus Christ
K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the sacrificial love of Jesus Christ on the cross and calls believers to actively participate in sharing the gospel despite challenges.
This sermon emphasizes the sacrificial love of Jesus who endured the cross for the joy set before Him, highlighting the significance of His sacrifice to heal humanity's sin and grant victory over death. It calls believers to actively participate in sharing the message of hope and deliverance to the world, reminding them of the privilege and responsibility to suffer, give, and go for the sake of spreading the Gospel.
Full Transcript
For the joy that was set before him, he endured the cross. A day worldwide we recognize, remember, the creator of the universe who made, multiplied billions of galaxies and all humans and everything, became a man to offer his life as sacrifice to heal our sickness of sin and give us victory over death. Jesus paid the price on the cross for the redemption of the whole world, but the delivery charge is our privilege and that involves suffering, giving, going.
As you are a partner and a friend of Gospel for Asia, I wanted to know that is exactly what you have been doing, that together we are taking this great news of hope and deliverance to the whole world. Let's keep doing it and this day must remind us the seriousness of it. Thank you.
Sermon Outline
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- Jesus endured the cross for the joy set before Him
- God created the universe and humanity
- Jesus became man to offer Himself as a sacrifice
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- Jesus paid the price for redemption of the world
- The privilege of delivery requires suffering, giving, and going
- Believers are called to partner in gospel work
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- The global impact of sharing the gospel
- The seriousness of the gospel commission
- Encouragement to continue the mission faithfully
Key Quotes
“For the joy that was set before him, he endured the cross.” — K.P. Yohannan
“Jesus paid the price on the cross for the redemption of the whole world, but the delivery charge is our privilege and that involves suffering, giving, going.” — K.P. Yohannan
“As you are a partner and a friend of Gospel for Asia, I wanted to know that is exactly what you have been doing.” — K.P. Yohannan
Application Points
- Embrace the privilege of sharing the gospel even when it requires sacrifice.
- Remember Jesus' example of enduring suffering for the joy of saving souls.
- Commit to partnering with gospel ministries through prayer, giving, and active involvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that Jesus endured the cross for the joy set before Him?
It means Jesus willingly suffered the crucifixion because of the joy of redeeming humanity and restoring relationship with God.
Why is sharing the gospel described as involving suffering, giving, and going?
Because spreading the good news often requires sacrifice, generosity, and stepping out of comfort zones to reach others.
How can believers partner in the gospel work?
Believers can support gospel ministries through prayer, giving, and actively sharing the message of Jesus.
What is the significance of remembering Jesus' sacrifice worldwide?
It reminds believers of the cost of salvation and motivates them to take the gospel commission seriously.