(Actual name to be determined. Simple, easy to remember URL. Easy to share. Begin with landing page that can be skipped after the first time. Link to save the app-like icon to the home screen of your phone. Intro. Truths. How do I get saved?)
[What it is. What it does. Features. Resources. Next steps. More.]
The Gospel Truth App is a unique and yes, God inspired way to share the Gospel truth, the Good News of Jesus Christ, through everyone’s most personal channel… their mobile phone. Everybody’s got one and use their phone religiously… so to speak, both day and night. It is the convenient and foremost means of 21st century communication.
The ministry is based on Philippians 1:18, paraphrasing the Apostle Paul who said: “The most important thing is that in ‘every’ way… Christ is proclaimed.” We believe that using mobile technology to share the Gospel message in the 21st century is one of those “every ways” to connect the message of redemption and salvation to the lost, those who do not know Jesus Christ as their Savior and Lord.
It shares God’s plan of redemption with Bible based truths to prepare minds and hearts to be used by the Holy Spirit so that “whosoever calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” (Acts 2:21 KJV)
One of the Gospel Truths is that you can’t “save” yourself. Because of the sin of Adam, we are all born into sin and separated from God. His wrath requires a rightful justice and that justice is death and eternal punishment in hell. Somebody has to die to pay the price for sin. We are all born “lost” and traveling on the broad road to the wide gate which leads to destruction.
But God…
In the greatest expression of love ever displayed in the history of the world, God, the creator of the Heavens and the Earth, the Uncaused First Cause of the Universe, who is eternal and existed before anything else existed, the one true God, and the only living God, so loved a world full of people who did not and do not deserve His love in any way, that He did what no man or no other “god” could do or would do if he could, He, God, through His Son Jesus, was tormented and died on a cross so that those who accept His grace through faith in Christ would not have to die and be tormented. Justice has been served, one-for-all. The penalty for sin has been paid in full and Jesus paid it for you and me and He did it for only one reason… LOVE!
Salvation was purposed by the divine and perfect plan of God the Father, accomplished by Jesus Christ the Son through His death and resurrection and is applied by His Holy Spirit who transforms you through a spiritual rebirth (you must be “born again”) as a new creation in Christ with a new heart filled with His spirit, a new way of thinking, a new attitude, a new character and a new way of living your life, both here and for eternity in the presence of the God. Your old sinful nature no longer exists. That sin diseased heart has been discarded. It is no longer “you” who exists, but Christ “in you.” Your identity is finally made complete and you are no longer identified by “who” you are but by “whose” you are in Christ.
There is simply no solution for the human condition of sin but through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. There must be a sense of urgency for people to come to Christ.
“Set your mind and keep focused habitually on the things above [the heavenly things, because they are eternal], not on things that are on the earth [which have only temporal value]. 3 For you died [to this world], and your [new, real] life is hidden with Christ in God. 4 When Christ, who is our life, appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory.” Colossians 3:2-4 AMP
There are two crucial goals for this app:
1) To present the truth of the Good News of Jesus Christ in a simple, consistent and powerful way, which is presented in the exact same way over and over to every person each and every time it is presented, no matter how many times it takes. It is available only when you want it, but especially when you need it. All the information is cloud-based so everyone has access to it any time they choose, 24-7-365(6).
2) To use the app as a digital Gospel sharing hub where the Good News can be shared peer-to-peer, exponentially, in a variety of ways: text, email, simple, easy-to-remember web link (URL), QR code and just about every form of social media, all with just one click.
The goal is for the app to become an exponential digital Gospel planter. For example, if each person shared it with just three others and they each did the same, one becomes 3, 9, 27, 81, 243, 729, 2187, 6561, 19,683, 59,049, 177,147, etc. and as long as people keep sharing, the sharing never ends.
If the app only leads just one person to faith in Christ, it will be well worth the effort. But the other great thing about the sharing process is it only takes “a spark to get a fire going.” A few who share with a few who share with a few more will lead to great growth. That’s why we want those who are already Christians to participate and become a part of what we pray will eventually be a massive ongoing digital “evangelism team.“
Phase one will be in English and Spanish and then we’ll go where God leads from there.
The app will include a host of great “clickable” resources, including a Bible app for your phone and “next steps” for new believers.
The Gospel Truth App is free and will be available as an app-like web application where you don’t have to download an app, but can also downloaded at both the Apple and Google app stores.
Get connected and pass it on!
What is the The Gospel Truth? The word Gospel means “good news.” The Gospel we are referring to is the Good News of Jesus Christ. Truth is something that is unquestionable, absolute and indisputable.
When Jesus said “I am the Truth”… He was saying He is the divine incarnate Word of God, truly God and truly man, the source of all Truth which is absolute and indisputable. He is the Truth and sinful man can’t handle the Truth and doesn’t want to hear it.
Truth is the divine word of God whose very nature is Truth. He is the definition of Truth. Truth is only what God says it is. Everything else is a lie. Many things are true, but there is only one Truth. It originates with God who is the originator and builder of all things and His Truth, THE truth is revealed in the Good News of Jesus Christ. God’s truth is fact and realty. It is absolute, infallible and indisputable. It is the Truth that the world needs now, it is the whole Truth, it is the Gospel Truth and it is the Truth that will set you free.
One of the Gospel Truths is that you can’t “save” yourself. Because of the sin of Adam, we are all born into sin and separated from God. His wrath requires a rightful justice and that justice is death and eternal punishment in hell. Somebody has to die to pay the price for sin. We are all born “lost” and traveling on the broad road to the wide gate which leads to destruction.
But God…
In the greatest expression of love ever displayed in the history of the world, God, THE God, the creator of the Heavens and the Earth, the Uncaused First Cause of the Universe and all that is in it, who is eternal and existed before anything else existed, the one true God, and the only living God, so loved a world full of people who did not and do not deserve His love in any way, He demonstrated His love by doing what no man or no other “god” could do or would do if he could… He, God, through His Son Jesus, was tormented and died on a cross so that those who accept His grace through faith in Christ would not have to die and be tormented. Jesus died for the forgiveness of your sins and on the third day He walked out of that tomb so that you might have eternal life in Heaven which is the nature of God. Justice has been served, once-for-all. The penalty for sin and death has been paid in full and Jesus paid it for you and me and He did it for only one reason… LOVE!
God gave his Son to die for us, that is for people like us who the Apostle Paul describes as sinners, ungodly, enemies and powerless. (Romans 5:6-10) Who dies for unrighteous man? God dies for his enemies. He gave it all for those who deserved nothing. And that is God’s own proof of his love for us.
Salvation was purposed by the divine and perfect plan of God the Father, accomplished by Jesus Christ the Son through His death and resurrection and is applied by His Holy Spirit who transforms you through a spiritual rebirth (“born again”) as a new creation in Christ with a new heart filled with His spirit, a new way of thinking, a new attitude, a new character and a new way of living your life, both here and for eternity in the presence of the God. Your old sinful nature no longer exists. That sin diseased heart has been discarded. It is no longer “you” who exists, but Christ “in you.” Your identity is finally made complete and you are no longer identified by “who” you are but by “whose” you are in Christ
Possible names: The One Way, The Gospel Truth, The Good News, getsaved.com , others. TBA
It’s a web app, not a traditional app you have to download from the app store. Someone shares the link and you simply click to access and pass it on in a variety of ways; text, email, QR code, URL and every form of social media with one click. (Pre-loaded messages) No app required. It creates a URL, linking back to the most recent version. It’s always the same for every one, every time.
You can even save it as a custom app-icon on the home screen of the phone and share it with anyone who has access to a smartphone, tablet or computer. Any time. Many times. Anywhere. To any one. Instructions of how to save this icon to the home
screen. (Need icon symbol for the app)
Scripture links and key word definitions pop-up in boxes. Important words, justification, righteousness, grace, salvation, faith, redemption, etc. (perhaps click on highlighted words for pop-up definitions.
When the link is clicked on, the presentation of the Gospel begins with a face-to-face video message sharing important truths about becoming a Christian.
An extensive “sinners” prayer is presented. They are encouraged to read it over and over to understand what it is saying and what is required to be “saved.” And they actually say the prayer and when they have done it to click on the “I’m Saved” button (both Christians and new Christians.) New Name Written Down In Glory / Jesus Is Mine (opens on new screen. Or perhaps (New Name Written Down in Glory)
The face-to-face video after someone clicks “I’m Saved” (including those who are already Christians) the speaker welcomes them to family of God and announcing the confirmation of the name is written in the Lamb’s Book of Life and then sharing “next steps.” Also encouragement to tell other what has happened in their life and for them to share the app in multiple ways. Multiple “faces” and voices on each subsequent visit.
Followed by a powerful salvation song. Depending on how this works, multiple songs can be used. Yet Not I But Through Christ In Me (Live) – Selah [Official Video] as an example with lyrics.
The pages can be paused to give everyone time to lock in on a particular truth, click on scripture links or definitions. Then “continue.” Perhaps a go back and start over key as well.
English speaking version first, then add additional languages in print and spoken words. Words printed with key words highlighted to read and hear; for the hearing impaired. It has a voice over from start to finish. The scripture of Christ speaking will be written in “red.”
Data collected- downloads or clicks, number of “I’m Saved”, First name, city state, country, age, other groupings. We don’t want personal contact information. Names of those saved will continue roll at the bottom of the screen. A US national debt-like continuous number will also be visible.
Resources: “Next Steps.” Selected scripture, suggest Bible App allows you to choose version, highlight scripture and audio. Links to Biblegateway.com, AnswersinGenesis.org (for resources) find a Bible believing, Gospel teaching local church. Regular daily Bible reading plan to transform them by “renewing the mind.” Other encourage and reminders by push notification. FAQs. How to save the icon to the home screen of your phone. How to share in multiple ways.
Bandwidth? Any limitations of how many can access?
Music layovers during presentation of the Gospel truth. Certain powerful Christian music; how does that work with licensing and permissions.
Screen backgrounds TBD. Colors, fonts, etc. – TBA
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In Mark 1:15 Jesus commanded, “repent and believe in the gospel.” But what is the true gospel?
The true gospel (the Gospel Truth) is the message Jesus taught. The word “gospel” is an old English word meaning “good news.” This good news about Jesus is expressed in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” The gospel truth is the good news of Jesus Christ. God loved you so much that before you were even born Christ died for your sins.
Forgiveness of sins, the righteousness of God, born again, a new creation in Christ, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and eternal life in Heaven.
The user types in name and clicks on state/country drop down list. Pushes the I’m Save Button. Names scroll continuously at the bottom of the home page with a US National debt clock-like running total that increases every time somebody presses the I’m Saved button.
The truth, the whole truth and nothing but the Gospel truth.
Create one click sharing bars: Text, email, QR code, URL, virtually every source of social media.
Each has a preloaded message with video preview and also a personalized message from the sender.
The Gospel Truth presentation:
Click on link or app-like icon, opens with promo video, trailer (1 minute), what it is and what it does, the facts, the sense of urgency. Face-to-face video welcome and introduction (scripted). The Good News presentation (scripted), The invitation (face-to-face) video. The prayer. I’m Saved button. Music. Face-to-face welcoming person to the family of God. Next steps. Resources. How to save the app on phone and the call to action for sharing. Closing prayer. Final song.
Additional notes: Added 9/25/23
Logo, app icon, landing page design (create)
Click link or icon and go to landing page with logo, mission statement and then intro video.
Intro video (create) (30 second to 1 minute or so)
Face-to-Face introduction (need video, personalized by guided by bullet points) The Gospel Truth Presentation and an invitation to accept Jesus Christ as savior or Lord. If needed pause, repeat, click on the scripture and key words (pop-up boxes). Prayerfully consider each truth. Resources for more info.
The Gospel Truth Presentation (scripted, voice over, screens, pop-up boxes for scripture and for definitions of key words (underlined). Pages can be paused when extra time is needed, go back, go forward, go back to beginning prompts. Other commands. Includes Salvation prayer. (need presentation scripted; outline to follow) Prepare your mind and heart to be used by the Holy Spirit. Unpack the truths. The truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. It is the truth that will set you free.
Face-to-Face Summary and Invitation. (if not…) Jesus said, I am the way and the truth… Whosover calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. It’s not the prayer by it the repentance and faith in Jesus as you say the prayer. Romans 10:9-10, 13 Always there when you want, but especially when you need it.
Are you ready to accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior? Yes, I am. (button) After clicked:
Prompted to type first name and state for celebration. (Pop-up box with blank for first name and drop-down list for state) (after inputting info the prayer is presented)
The Salvation Prayer appears line-by-line (soft music). The pastor (audio) leads the new Christian in the prayer. Note: “It’s not the prayer that saves; it’s the repentance and faith behind the prayer that lays hold of salvation. My concern is that over-emphasizing the prayer has often (though unintentionally) obscured the primary instruments for laying hold of salvation: repentance and faith.”
At conclusion: Pastor: If you prayed that prayer would you let everybody know by pressing the “I’m Saved!” button. (name/state will scroll at the bottom of the of the screen and running total of salvations.)
If presses the “I’m Saved” button. Voice of Pastor: Hallelujah! There’s a New Name Written down in Glory and it’s yours. Praise the Lord! etc. Music video follows immediately. There’s a New Name Written Down in Glory. (need video and permissions)
After video, Face-to-Face video (Welcome to the family of God, other encouragement, tell others, find a bible teaching, gospel preaching local church and be baptised); scripted. Move to the “What’s Next” page overview. Each step presented by voice-over.
Final: Music video. Yet, Not I But Through Christ in Me. Selah (need video link and permissions)
Face-to-Face video – Encouragement to share the app. Share options appear on screen. Text, email, QR Code, URL, and all forms of social media. (The sharing options are always available on every page after a decision has been made.
Closing Prayer.
Note: In this section the pastor will share the great sense of urgency for people to get saved. Encourage them to share and share often. Spread the Good News of Jesus Christ exponentially. We are digital Gospel planters. Everybody is on the evangelism team. Scripture: The most important thing is that in “every” way…. Christ is proclaimed!
Note: The What’s Next? page need to be a stand-alone page with tons of resources for the new Christian. Perhaps videos of encouragement from new Christians.
Also Christian music resources.
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