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“Is God Holding You Accountable… or Are We Just Getting It Wrong?” Part 4

 Reframing the Gospel — Love, Not Threat

Evangelism as Awakening, Not Ultimatum


If we want to recover the beauty of the Gospel, we have to stop treating it like a spiritual sales pitch.


The Gospel is not a threat wrapped in a bow.
It’s not a countdown clock to hell.
It’s not a trap where one wrong move means eternal regret.


It is a revelation of identity.


It tells you:

  • You are loved.
  • You are included.
  • You are already chosen.

That’s the truth we’ve forgotten. That’s the truth we’re called to share.


Evangelism Is Not Coercion


It’s not about pushing people to “make a decision”.
It’s about awakening them to what’s always been true in Christ.


Jesus said:


“Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)


Not fear.
Not pressure.
Just rest. Just love.


Let’s return to a Gospel that breathes life, not anxiety.


Gospel Thought for Today:


“Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
— Matthew 11:28 (The Message)


Jesus isn’t handing out ultimatums. He’s handing out rest.
Real evangelism sounds like this invitation: no pressure, just peace.


Wag

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