“Why do we call the Gospel the Good News? What is so good about it?” A few weeks ago this question was asked during our men’s Bible study and it has been occupying space in my brain rent ...
The New Testament shows that early Christians were consistent in sharing the good news with individuals and households, as well as proclaiming the gospel in public squares.
Because the Gospel of Mark, for example, depicts Jesus as an utterly unique being. This is the good news of Jesus of Nazareth, the Son of God. The Gospel of John says that Jesus isn't even a human ...
He was always learning, always relating the good news of Jesus to the real world ... There was no escaping the world or not ...
In this gnostic gospel, Mary Magdalene appears as a disciple ... When Mary said this, she turned their hearts to the Good, and they began to discuss the words of the [Saviour].