Matthew Bates - Why the Gospel?

This conversation revolves around Matthew’s latest book Why the Gospel? Matthew has contended that the “good news” of the gospel is the proclamation that Jesus is King, but why is this message necessary and what difference can it make in our lives? Enjoy.

Episode 17 Outline:

• Start-01:46 - Introduction.
• 01:46-05:06 - Welcome to Matthew and 3 questions.
• 05:15-10:05 - Discussion about Matthew's latest book 'Why the Gospel?' and how our understanding of the Gospel has been malformed and its presentation incomplete.
• 10:13-18:19 - In his new book, Matthew refers to 'Christ' not being Jesus' last name, but a reference to his authority. How does this affect our sharing of the Gospel?
• 18:27-30:38 - Why do we have the Gospel? How do you address this in the book?
• 30:46-34:43 - In our allegiance to Jesus the King, how can we invite others into this kingdom in a healthy way? How do we address faith and doubt?
• 34:43-End - Close and further information.