(BCP) Message: “Mere Christianity: The Fundamentals of the Gospel” (John 3:16-21)

Brian Chilton Preaching

We continue our series called “Mere Christianity” as we focus on the core fundamental doctrines of the Christian religion. In today’s message, Pastor Brian examines the fundamentals of the Gospel message as found in John 3:16-21. John 3:16 has often been called “the Gospel in a nutshell.” So, what do we know about the core tenets of the Gospel. Join us today and find out.

Outline:

Mere Christianity: The Gospel Fundamentals

John 3:16-21

I.  The Gospel’s fundamental doctrine of LOSS: Humanity’s CONDITION (John 3:19-21).

      A. The Lost Condition of Unrighteousness (John 3:19).

     B. The Lost Condition of Falsehood (John 3:20-21).

II. The Gospel’s fundamental doctrine of LOVE: Humanity’s CHANCE (John 3:16-17).

     A. The Loving Chance by God’s Choice (John 3:16).

    B. The Loving Chance by God’s Christ (John 3:17).

III. The Gospel’s fundamental doctrine of LINE: Humanity’s COMMITMENT (John 3:18).

    A. The Linear Commitment to Salvation (John 3:18a).

    B. The Linear Commitment to Condemnation (John 3:18b).

The Bellator Christi Podcast is a production of BellatorChristi.com and is protected under Creative Commons copyright. All rights reserved. The theme is the song “Epic” produced royalty free by Bensound Studios found at Bensound.com. This message was first delivered at Huntsville Baptist Church in Yadkinville, NC. The song at the close of the message is played by Patsy Booe. Be sure to subscribe to BellatorChristi.com to receive all the articles and podcasts in your inbox for free. Also, be sure to check out The Bellator Christi Podcast on iTunes, TuneIn, and Stitcher and subscribe for free.

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Brian G. Chilton is the founder of Bellator Christi Ministries and the co-host of the Bellator Christi Podcast. Dr. Chilton earned a Ph.D. in the Theology and Apologetics at Liberty University (with high distinction), a M.Div. in Theology from Liberty University (with high distinction); his B.S. in Religious Studies and Philosophy from Gardner-Webb University (with honors); earned a Certificate in Christian Apologetics from Biola University, and completed Unit 1 of Clinical Pastoral Education at Wake Forest University's School of Medicine. Dr. Chilton is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and the Evangelical Philosophical Society. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, working out in his home gym, and watching football. He has served in pastoral ministry for over 20 years and serves as a clinical chaplain.

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