Hey there! Ever heard of the Gospels? They’re like the coolest stories in the Bible!
What are the Gospels?
The Gospels are the first four books of the New Testament in the Bible: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. They tell us the story of Jesus’ life, teachings, miracles, death, and resurrection. Think of them like biographies of Jesus, but written by his close friends and followers.
Why are they called Gospels?
“Gospel” comes from a word that means “good news,” and that’s exactly what these books are all about – the good news of Jesus and what he did for us.
What’s in the Gospels?
Each Gospel has a slightly different focus and perspective, but they all cover the main events of Jesus’ life:
- His birth: How Jesus was born in a humble stable in Bethlehem.
- His ministry: How he travelled around, teaching people about God, healing the sick, and performing miracles.
- His parables: Short stories with deeper meanings that Jesus told to help people understand God’s kingdom.
- His death: How he was crucified on a cross, even though he was innocent.
- His resurrection: How he rose from the dead, proving he was God’s Son and giving us hope for eternal life.
Why should you read the Gospels?
Reading the Gospels is like getting to know Jesus as a friend. You’ll learn about his love, compassion, and wisdom. You’ll be amazed by his miracles and inspired by his teachings. Plus, you’ll discover the incredible truth that he died for your sins and offers you forgiveness and a new life.
Questions to ponder
- Which Gospel do you want to read first? Why?
- What kind of stories do you hope to find in the Gospels?
- What questions do you have about Jesus?
- How might reading the Gospels impact your life?
So, are you ready to dive into the good news? I hope you enjoy exploring the Gospels and getting to know Jesus better!
The Gospels are like a special collection of stories in the Bible. There are four of them: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. They tell us all about the life of a very important person named Jesus.
Imagine you want to learn about your favourite superhero. You might read comics, watch movies, or even look online. Each one tells the same basic story, but they might have different details or focus on different parts of their life.
The Gospels are similar. Each one tells the story of Jesus’ life, his teachings, the amazing things he did (called miracles), and ultimately how he died and came back to life. But each Gospel writer—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—had a slightly different perspective and a different audience in mind. So, they highlight different parts of the story or tell it in their own unique way.
These stories are super important for Christians because they believe Jesus is the Son of God, and through him, they can know and understand God better. So, reading the Gospels is like getting to know Jesus better and learning about what he taught and how he lived his life.
Does that make sense? Do you want to know anything else about the Gospels or about Jesus?
Hey there! So, you’ve heard about the Gospels, right? They’re like the super cool stories about Jesus and his adventures back in the day. Picture this: a time when sandals were the go-to footwear, and people gathered in big crowds to hear this amazing guy speak. That’s what the Gospels are all about! So, let’s dive in and get to know these awesome stories that have been passed down through generations. Get ready for a journey back in time, filled with miracles, wise teachings, and some pretty epic moments!
The Gospels identify who Jesus is and, by doing so, identify that to which the
Christian is called. To be a disciple of Jesus is to attempt to take on his identity, to
adopt his concerns, to live by his values. In the Gospels, followers of Jesus discover
who they are called to be.
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