What Is the Gospel?
"Gospel" comes from an Old English word meaning "good news," and in Christian teaching refers specifically to the message of Jesus Christ's life, death, and resurrection.
Where the term comes from
It translates the Greek word euangelion, meaning "good news" — the same root that gives us words like "evangelist," someone who shares that message.
The four Gospels
The New Testament opens with four books — Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John — each telling the story of Jesus's life and teaching from a different perspective and emphasis.
Why it's called 'good news'
The core message centers on hope and reconciliation, which is why the term "good news" rather than simply "story" or "history" is used to describe it.
Are the four Gospels identical accounts?
No — while they overlap significantly, each Gospel author included different details and emphasized different themes, giving four distinct but complementary perspectives.
