Gospel
Overview
The gospel is our Heavenly Father’s plan of happiness. The central doctrine of the gospel is the Atonement of Jesus Christ. The Prophet Joseph Smith said, “The first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost” (Articles of Faith 1:4).
In its fulness, the gospel includes all the doctrines, principles, laws, ordinances, and covenants necessary for us to be exalted in the celestial kingdom. The Savior has promised that if we endure to the end, faithfully living the gospel, He will hold us guiltless before the Father at the Final Judgment (see 3Â Nephi 27:16).
The fulness of the gospel has been preached in all ages when God’s children have been prepared to receive it. In the latter days, or the dispensation of the fulness of times, the gospel has been restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith.
Related Topics
Scriptures
Scripture References
Scripture Study Resources
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Bible Dictionary, “Gospels”
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Topical Guide, “Gospel”
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Index to the Triple Combination, “Gospel”
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Guide to the Scriptures, “Doctrine of Christ,” “Gospel,” “Plan of Redemption”
Messages from Church Leaders
Videos
“Peter’s Revelation to Take the Gospel to the Gentiles”
“Unto All The World: The Gospel in Africa”
“The Refiner’s Fire”
“Follow the Doctrine and Gospel of Christ”
Tabernacle Choir Videos
“God Loved Us, So He Sent His Son”
“Press Forward, Saints”
Learning Resources
General Resources
“The Gospel of Jesus Christ, Part 1: Faith,” ComeUntoChrist.org
“The Gospel of Jesus Christ, Part 2: Repentance,” ComeUntoChrist.org
“The Gospel of Jesus Christ, Part 3: Baptism,” ComeUntoChrist.org
“Plan of Salvation,” ComeUntoChrist.org
Church Magazines
Alex Masterson, “Breathing Easier with the Gospel,” New Era, November 2015
David A. Edwards, “The Gospel and Your Personality,” New Era, August 2015
Hee-Chul Seo, “The Church in Korea—Gospel Light Shines through Hardship,” Ensign, September 2014
“The Gospel Shall Be Preached to All the World,” Ensign, September 2010
“Understand and Live the Gospel of Christ,” Ensign, September 2009
“The Gospel of Jesus Christ Teaches the Eternal Potential of the Children of God,” Ensign, September 2008
Maria Elena Dahlquist, “Gospel by the Numbers,” Friend, June 2008
“Friend to Friend: The Gospel Makes Us Happy,” Liahona, October 2005
M. J. Baynes, “Gospel of Hope,” Ensign, April 1998
In the News
“Hope of the Gospel Shines in Refugee-Filled Lebanon,” Church News
“Gospel Is Anchor of Hope in Haiti,” Church News
“President Nelson Says Central Americans Are Finding Joy in the Gospel,” Church News
“Antidote for Fear: Know Gospel Will Triumph, Elder Holland Says,” Church News
Teachings of Presidents of the Church
Stories
Teaching Resources
Teaching Outlines
Media
Audio
“Gospel,” Stories from General Conference, episode 2
“Children and Gospel Worship—Part 1,” Gospel Solutions for Families, episode 5
“Children and Gospel Worship—Part 2,” Gospel Solutions for Families, episode 6
“First Principles of the Gospel,” Past Impressions, episode 5
“Sisters in the Gospel,” Why I Believe, episode 38