The Good News Is

1. HEAVEN is a free gift and, therefore, cannot be earned or deserved.

(Romans 6:23 / Ephesians 2:8-9)

2. Every MAN is born a sinner and, therefore, cannot save himself.

(Romans 3:23 / Matthew 5:48)

3. GOD is merciful; therefore He does not want to punish us.  However, He is also just and must punish our sin.

(I John 4:8b / Exodus 34:7b)

4. JESUS CHRIST is the infinite God-man.  He died on the cross and rose from the dead to pay the penalty for our sins and to purchase a place in heaven for us.

(I John 1:1 / I John 14 / II Corinthians 5:21)

5. God's free gift is received by FAITH - Trusting in Jesus Christ alone for eternal life.

(Acts 16:31)