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The Gospel: Triumph in Calling and Grace

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JEFF TURNER

The Gospel, though often rejected, holds a triumphant power that cannot be stopped. As the Scriptures declare, “Unto us who are called, both Jews and Greeks, it is the power of God and the wisdom of God” (1 Corinthians 1:24). Though many mock and dismiss it, God’s Word never fails. His promise stands firm: “My word shall not return to me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please” (Isaiah 55:11).

Christ’s sacrifice will never be in vain. If some reject the Gospel, others will embrace it. Heaven will not be lessened by opposition or unbelief. For every soul that resists, there are others who are called and saved. This calling is not by human effort but by the work of God Himself.

The call of God is twofold. There is a general call, like a bell summoning everyone, and a special, personal call, meant only for His children. The general call goes out to all, but the special call is irresistible and effectual. When Jesus calls a person by name, as He did Mary and Zaccheus, the response is immediate and life-changing.

This special call breaks the hardest hearts and draws sinners to Christ. It is the power of God at work, transforming lives in ways no human persuasion could achieve. Have you heard His call? If so, it is His grace working in you, drawing you to salvation, and ensuring that His triumph is complete.

Texas Gospel Canada Top 30 – December 2024

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DAVID INGRAM

Welcome to the Texas Gospel Canada Top 30 Songs of December! This list is meticulously compiled based on the actual number of plays each song received in the previous month (November.) The Texas Gospel Top 30 is proudly submitted to top Southern Gospel publications including The Singing News and SGNScoops.

01 Down East Boys – Graveyard
02 Gold City – When it’s gone for good
03 Collingsworth Family – Praise The Lord
04 Red Words – The Erwins
05 Jim And Melissa Brady – Covered
06 LeFevre Quartet – The Things We Cannot Change
07 The Sound – Jeans and Jesus
08 Down East Boys – Something to shout about
09 Earnie Haase & Signature Sound – You’ll find Him there
10 The Kramers – I Know There’s a Heaven
11 Brian Free & Assurance – Grateful For the Gospel
12 Gordon Mote – He Forgives and Forgets
13 Kingdom Heirs – Until prayer changes me
14 Heart 2 Heart – When The Saints Begin To Pray
15 The Hoppers – Glory Up Ahead
16 Les Butler and Friends – My Bible
17 Sound Street – Through the furnace fire
18 Susan Whisnant – Faith In Place
19 Lee Park Worship – Why Wouldn’t I Run
20 Nelons – There’s a Hole in the Heart
21 Lauren, Amber & Kenna – Won’t be me
22 The Allens – Cross Over (Radio Edit)
23 Exodus – Blood-bought child of the king
24 Scotty Inman – Man On The Middle Cross
25 Doug Anderson – Until it was me
26 The Bibletones – I’m standing firm
27 2nd Chance Ministries – Find My Hallelujah
28 Triumphant Quartet – Big old stone
29 TrueSong – Jesus 1 Death 0
30 The Chitans – Shoulder to shoulder

Why Do People Reject the Gospel?

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JEFF TURNER

It’s surprising to think that people reject the Gospel, a message of love and salvation from God. You might assume everyone would eagerly embrace such a gift. Instead, history shows that many scorned it, even opposing Jesus Himself and His followers. From the early days when Christ was crucified to the persecution of His disciples, rejection has been a common response to the Gospel.

The Apostle Paul wrote, “We preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles” (1 Corinthians 1:23). This verse highlights two groups of people who struggled to accept the Gospel: those tied to religious traditions and those devoted to worldly wisdom.

For some, like the ancient Jews, religious rituals and traditions overshadowed the Gospel’s truth. They found it difficult to believe in a Messiah who challenged their customs and came from humble beginnings. Modern parallels exist, as many people focus on religious rules or church attendance but neglect a true relationship with Christ. Faith becomes about outward appearances, not heart transformation.

Others dismiss the Gospel as foolishness. Like the Greeks of old, who valued philosophy and human reasoning, many today see faith as irrational. They accept every belief as valid or reject all spirituality outright, finding no place for the Bible’s message of grace and salvation.

This rejection of the Gospel reveals the unchanged nature of the human heart. Whether through pride in religion or reliance on intellect, people continue to resist God’s offer of grace. The challenge is clear: to set aside our own understanding and humbly accept Christ as Savior. Only then can we find true peace and hope for eternity.

Will you accept the message of the cross, or let it be a stumbling block to your soul?

Motive unknown following vandalism at U.S. church

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TEXAS GOSPEL STAFF

A statue at Holy Cross Church in Harrison, New Jersey, was vandalized on December 3, 2024, according to the Harrison Police Department.

The incident came to light when a friend of the church’s priest noticed the statue was missing and informed him. The church, located in Hudson County, later provided surveillance footage to the police for review.

Video evidence shows a man approaching the church and surveying the area before attempting to push the statue over. When the initial effort failed, the man returned and destroyed the statue completely.

Authorities have not yet identified the suspect or established a motive for the act. The investigation is ongoing.

Police have urged anyone with information about the incident to contact them as they continue to work on the case.

The Power of Humble Faith in the Gospel

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JEFF TURNER

Christ calls His army, not with mighty warriors, but with humble fishermen—ordinary people who confound the wisdom of the world. These men, with the power of God, would challenge the philosophies of their time and plant the Gospel in the hearts of nations. Though the message of Christ crucified might seem foolish to some, it stands as a beacon of truth, exalted above all else (1 Corinthians 1:23-24).

This Gospel has been carried on by successors of the apostles, not through bloodlines but through God’s call to preach. Preaching Christ and Him crucified means proclaiming clear biblical truths, such as justification by faith, the sovereignty of God, and His unchanging love. It is not about human philosophy or vague teachings but about the power and wisdom of God revealed through Christ.

The Gospel divides people into those who reject it and those transformed by its truth. To the called, it is the power of salvation and the wisdom of God, triumphing over all opposition.