The Gospel is necessary because of the reality of our estrangement from God. Why are we estranged from God? Why is there a relational chasm between us and our Creator?
God is pure. We are sinners. It is that simple.
God is holy, righteous, and good and he cannot tolerate our corruption, rebellion, sin, and death.
Life, forgiveness, and acceptance is freely offered to us through the reconciling work of Jesus Christ. He represented fallen man and satisfied God’s holy anger and met the claims of his justice. Praise the Lord!
God has provided His own Advocate for us. God has reconciled us to Himself! This is why Jesus is the Gospel, and why Christians are in love with Him. Believers have the freedom that comes from knowing that God no longer holds our sin against us.
If this believe this, this table is for you. Come, and welcome to Jesus Christ. If you do not believe this, you should. But this table is designed for the comfort and encouragement of believers. If you do not believe, this table holds no charms for you. Repent and believe the gospel. Trust in Jesus Christ for your salvation. And tell the church. Then, you will be welcome to this table of grace.