What about those who’ve never heard the gospel?

Eyes on Jesus Podcast episode 69 is out now!

Listen on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eyesonjesus/episodes/What-about-those-whove-never-heard-the-gospel-e2omj29

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7WL4E8zWKKY

Below is a blog post that is AI generated summarizing the podcast episode

Episode 69: Never Heard the Gospel

Welcome to the Eyes on Jesus Podcast Blog! Today, we’re diving into Episode 69 of our podcast, “Never Heard the Gospel.” It’s a profound discussion between Drew and Tim on understanding the urgency of sharing the gospel, misconceptions about callings, and God’s merciful nature. For those who prefer reading or want a recap, here’s a blog post capturing the essence of our conversation.

Introduction: The Great Suggestion?

Tim kicks off the episode with a powerful assertion: the urgency of the mission of sharing the gospel has diminished from being a paramount call to merely an optional suggestion. Drew poignantly refers to it as “The Great Suggestion,” emphasizing how this once urgent mission has been relegated to a lesser priority in the lives of many believers.

Recapturing the Urgency

Drew and Tim discuss how the call to share the gospel has lost its urgency. Drew mentions that people often use their sense of calling as an excuse to avoid taking action: “That word ‘called’ has gone from this urgent mission that we’re on to an excuse to not do something.” It’s a wake-up call for Christians everywhere: our mission to spread the gospel isn’t a suggestion—it’s a command.

God’s Mercy and Our Role

A significant part of the episode centers around God’s mercy. Tim reminds us that God’s ultimate desire is that “none should perish” (2 Peter 3:9). This notion drives home the importance of our role in spreading the gospel. God’s nature is deeply rooted in mercy, and He extends His love and opportunity for salvation in various ways, sometimes even reaching out to those who have never heard of Jesus in miraculous, personal ways.

Faith Through the Ages: Pre and Post-Jesus

Tim delves into the question of salvation before Jesus, explaining that people were saved by their faith and obedience to the revelations they received from God, using examples from the Old Testament. Drew adds that whether through prophets, the law, or direct encounters, faith was always the foundation of righteousness. The conversation hints at the mysterious ways God might continue to reach out, reflecting His consistent mercy.

Modern-Day Evangelism: No Excuses

Our current age, with its technological advancements, means almost everyone can hear about Jesus. This accessibility removes excuses, making the call to evangelize even more pertinent. “Romans 1 and 2 highlight the fact that we see God’s existence and divine nature evident through creation,” Tim remarks, underscoring that God’s revelation is all around us. Our job is to underscore that revelation through active evangelism.

Stepping into Our Calling: Action Over Comfort

One of the most stirring parts of the episode is when Drew urges listeners to step into their calling without adding conditions. Too often, people misinterpret their calling, layering it with personal preferences and conditions that may not align with God’s call. Drew states, “If you have conditions on your calling, you don’t have a calling.”

Practical Steps and Encouragement

Tim and Drew conclude with practical insights and encouragement. Living out our calling involves sharing the gospel daily—texting someone, striking up a conversation at work, or loving our family enough to tell them about Jesus’ love. They emphasize that the mission field is everywhere, and everyone we meet is a potential recipient of God’s mercy.

Conclusion: Living the Great Commission

This episode is a powerful reminder that the Great Commission is not a great suggestion. It’s a reaffirmation that God’s merciful nature and our obedient action in sharing the gospel go hand in hand. Let’s live out our calling with urgency and faith, knowing that our everyday actions can have eternal impacts.

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