States the Christian gospel at full strength from its earliest sources, distinguishes its historically anchored core from the faith it proclaims, and traces how it became a global mission.
Section 01Scholarly Synthesis
The Earliest Summary
1 Corinthians 15:3–5 preserves a creed dated to within a few years of the events: died, buried, raised, appeared. The message is early, not a late legend.
Section 02Theological Interpretation
The Shape of the Good News
Holy God, human sin, the Son given in love, atonement and resurrection, received by grace through faith — not earned. Stated as theological confession.
Section 03Theological Interpretation
Sent to Teach
The Great Commission turns frightened followers into bold witnesses. The transformation is historical; that the risen Christ caused it is theological interpretation.
Sources cited