Childlike simplicity of the gospel message

This post is made with a nod to Pastor J.D. Farag of Calvary Chapel Kaneohe on Oahu, who I watch often on his podcasts.

J.D. concludes each teaching session and prophecy update with an "altar call," inviting anyone who has not surrendered his or her heart to Jesus to do so now.

A key element of his invitation is this "ABC's of salvation" graphic like the one above, which represents "the childlike simplicity of the gospel message." (As simple as A-B-C)

"A" calls those seeking Jesus to "Admit you are a sinner." The Bible notes that ALL have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23), and that the consequence of unforgiven sin is death.

"B" calls to "Believe Jesus is Lord." The Bible tells us that Jesus alone is "the way" to forgiveness and a never-ending relationship with God the Father (John 14:6). God spoke when Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist, saying, "This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased." (Matt. 3:19)

"C" stands for "Call upon His name." The Bible teaches there is nothing we can DO to "earn" a place in God's family, an eternal home in Heaven. It tells us: "If you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, YOU WILL BE SAVED (Romans 10:9).

J.D. often shares testimonials, some of which are stories of people who have "spun off" on the ABC's idea to create and finance their own handouts, flyers, and even highway billboards!

I give thanks for the passion J.D. and so many others have for evangelizing, spreading the gospel message in a demonstration of love and a desire to see unbelievers brought into the fold of a flock assembled by the power of God's grace. May I be ready always to speak/act at your prompting.

For more about J.D. and his ministry, click on jdfarag.org