In what ways can we remind others of the gospel's significance today? Setting the Verse in View “Now brothers, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and in which you stand firm.” (1 Corinthians 15:1) Why Reminders Matter • The gospel is the foundation believers “stand” on; without frequent recall, hearts drift (Hebrews 2:1). • Reminders guard us from adding to or subtracting from the finished work of Christ (Galatians 1:8-9). Practical Ways to Remind Others Today • Share your own rescue story – Tell how you “received” the gospel (Acts 26:22-23). – Authentic testimony turns doctrine into living reality for listeners. • Keep Christ’s death and resurrection central – Bring every conversation about faith back to “Christ died for our sins … He was raised” (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). – Resist moralism; focus on the cross and empty tomb (Romans 1:16). • Use everyday moments as teaching moments – Moses instructs: “Teach them diligently … when you sit … walk … lie down … rise” (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). – Apply the gospel to joys, sorrows, successes, failures—show how grace intersects life. • Celebrate the gospel in gathered worship – Sing lyrics soaked in substitution, redemption, resurrection (Colossians 3:16). – Read and preach Scripture publicly (1 Timothy 4:13) so hearers “stand firm.” • Saturate communications with Scripture – Text, post, or write verses that exalt Christ (Isaiah 55:11). – Let the Word do the reminding; it never returns void. • Serve with gospel-shaped love – Practical care illustrates the message: “By this all men will know…” (John 13:35). – Link acts of mercy to the ultimate act of mercy at Calvary. • Guard doctrinal clarity – “Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead … this is my gospel” (2 Timothy 2:8). – Correct lovingly when distortions arise (Titus 1:9). • Live in resurrection hope – Display confidence that death is defeated (1 Corinthians 15:54-55). – Hope-filled living itself shouts the gospel’s power. The Outcome We Seek Consistent, Christ-centered reminders awaken faith, deepen assurance, and keep the church firmly planted on the unchanging gospel “in which you stand.” |