“The gospel is not good advice to be obeyed”
— John Stott
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Simplified Meaning:
This quote is saying that the gospel, or the good news in Christianity, isn't about following rules or advice. Instead, it's more about hearing and believing a message that has happened. Imagine you get a letter saying you won a prize. It’s not telling you to do something to win; the winning has already been done. In the same way, the gospel is sharing the news about what Jesus did for people, not giving them a list of things to do. So, instead of focusing on actions, it's about accepting and trusting this good news. This perspective can help people feel relieved and less burdened, knowing that it's not about their effort but about believing in something already completed.
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