The Everlasting Gospel: A Proclamation, not a Salvation Message

The Everlasting Gospel: A Proclamation, not a Salvation Message

Revelation 14:6-7 describes a striking moment during the tribulation:

“And I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth… Saying with a loud voice, Fear God, and give glory to him; for the hour of his judgment is come: and worship him that made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters.”

Many assume this angel is preaching the same gospel Paul declared in 1 Corinthians 15:3-4. But the message here is different. It contains no mention of Christ’s death, burial, or resurrection. No call to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ. No offer of justification or eternal life. Instead, it is a global proclamation of God’s authority and a warning of imminent judgment.

This is not the gospel of grace. Nor is it the gospel of the kingdom. It is the everlasting gospel—a declaration of who God is and what He is about to do. It calls all nations to fear, glorify, and worship the Creator. It affirms His eternal right to judge. But it does not save.

What Is a Gospel?

The word “gospel” simply means “good news.” Scripture uses it in different contexts:

• The gospel of the kingdom (Matthew 4:23) was good news to Israel about the coming reign of Messiah.
• The gospel of grace (Acts 20:24) is good news to all about salvation through Christ’s finished work.
• The everlasting gospel (Revelation 14:6-7) is good news that God is still sovereign—even in judgment.

Each gospel is true. Each is good. But each must be understood in its context. The everlasting gospel is not a plan of salvation—it is a call to acknowledge God’s authority before His wrath is poured out.

One Gospel, Rightly Divided: Exposing the Fault Lines in Non-Dispensational Thinking

One Gospel, Rightly Divided: Exposing the Fault Lines in Non-Dispensational Thinking

A frequent criticism of dispensational teaching is that it promotes multiple gospels and separates the words of Jesus from the message of salvation. Opponents argue that dispensationalism creates a theological fracture—one gospel for Israel, another for the Church, and yet another in the future. They claim this undermines the unity of Christ and the authority of His teachings.

But this objection arises from a failure to distinguish between the content of the gospel as progressively revealed and the means of salvation, which has always been by grace through faith. Dispensationalism does not divide Christ—it rightly divides His ministries and clarifies the unfolding of God’s redemptive plan.

Let us examine and correct the key misunderstandings.

1. Dispensationalism Does Not Teach Different Ways of Salvation

Scripture is clear: salvation has always been by grace through faith. Abraham “believed in the LORD; and he counted it to him for righteousness” (Genesis 15:6). Paul affirms this in Romans 4:2-5, showing that justification by faith was not a new doctrine introduced by Paul, but a principle established long before the law. However, the nature of that faith—and how it was expected to be expressed—varied according to the dispensation.

Hebrews 11 does not teach that saints were saved by faith alone in the Pauline sense. Rather, it shows that Old Testament believers were justified by faith that obeyed. Noah built an ark (Hebrews 11:7), Abraham offered Isaac (Hebrews 11:17), Moses forsook Egypt (Hebrews 11:27). Their faith was active, enduring, and obedient—fully consistent with the kingdom program, which required works as the visible outworking of genuine belief. As James wrote to the twelve tribes: “Faith without works is dead” (James 2:17). In that context, a confession without obedience was not saving faith.

Paul’s Apostleship: Our Authority, Our Doctrine, Our Growth

Paul’s Apostleship: Our Authority, Our Doctrine, Our Growth

In 1 Corinthians 9:1-2, Paul opens with a series of rhetorical questions that gently affirm his God-given role and the spiritual fruit of his labour among the Corinthians:

“Am I not an apostle? am I not free? have I not seen Jesus Christ our Lord? are not ye my work in the Lord?”

Each question carries weight:

• “Am I not an apostle?” – Paul was sent by Christ with divine authority and purpose. His apostleship was not self-appointed, nor conferred by men, but established by the risen Lord.
• “Am I not free?” – He served voluntarily, not under compulsion or religious institution. His liberty in Christ allowed him to minister without earthly constraint.
• “Have I not seen Jesus Christ our Lord?” – This was a requirement for apostleship (Acts 1:21-22). Paul saw the risen Christ on the road to Damascus (Acts 9:3-6), confirming his divine commissioning.
• “Are not ye my work in the Lord?” – The Corinthians themselves were living proof of his ministry. Their salvation and spiritual growth were the fruit of his labour in Christ.

He continues:

“If I be not an apostle unto others, yet doubtless I am to you: for the seal of mine apostleship are ye in the Lord.” (1 Corinthians 9:2)

Even if others questioned his apostleship, the Corinthians could not. They had personally benefited from his teaching, correction, and care. Their faith was the seal—the authenticating mark—of his apostleship. A seal confirms ownership, authority, and truth. Their transformation in Christ was the evidence that Paul was sent by God.

Edification through Reaction and Response

Edification through Reaction and Response

There have been a number of reactions, comments, and statements made from this post. I thought I'd post these for some reading and contemplation. I trust my replies will provide a suitable dispensational interpretation and correction on the doctrinal confusions or inconsistencies that come from mixing or blended dispensational content together. This post is purely educational. I trust you will either be edified by it, or that it will get you digging into the scriptures to prove that what I say is scripturally true. By no means to I try to appear arrogant or boastful. My motivation is to bring us all into seeking truth that is consistent and contextually correct. God bless.

For convenience, I apply bullets and italics to each comment or statement, and I respond to them below each.

Let's begin...

• I suggest anyone reading this thread put their faith in Christ and the Apostles over your new revelations. How God shows His approval of his saints is through the working of miracles. This was evident in the Book of Acts. There have been many saints over the last 2000 years who God has used to perform miracles.

In all honesty I must inform that you are operating under the wrong dispensation. Today we walk by faith, not sight, 2Co.5:7. It was the Jews in the prophetic program that required signs in order to believe their prophets and apostles, 1Co.1:22; Joh.4:48. Why, because God made a covenant with them to do signs and wonders before them, Ex.34:10. He did not make this covenant with us. In addition to that, consider truthfully what the real value of signs and miracles are. During Israel’s exodus they witnessed some of the greatest signs ever recorded, like the parting of the Red Sea and so forth. But soon after they forgot all about that spectacle and worshipped a golden calf. The value of these miracles for them appeared to mean nothing! Jesus performed more miracles than what books can contain, Joh.21:25, yet only 120 were in the upper room at Pentecost. What was the value of his miracles in the eyes of those Jews who wanted to crucify him? Nothing. Zero! Miracles might have a temporary hype and be beneficial to a few, but they are quickly forgotten. Today, there is something more perfect than signs. The completed canon of scripture, Col.1:25, which provides us knowledge and insights into God and His plan for humanity and creation. By studying this book, believing it, and applying it to one’s life it more profound, more powerful, and more permanent than any physical and temporary miracles.

DM#13: Submission to Authorities

Doctrine of the Mysteries #13

Submission to authorities

It can be amusing (and sad) to read the reactions of people when you tell them that, as grace believers, we are not under the law, but under grace.

Rom 6:14 For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace. 

The reactions can vary from being called blasphemous, to a show of ignorance by people who ask the very question Paul deals with in Rom 6:15, “What then? shall we sin, because we are not under the law, but under grace? God forbid.” Others would respond with some confusion, asking to what extent this statement applies; is it the Mosaic law? Is it church, or state, or country law? Is it secular rules and regulations, or is it laws that are more personal?

Well, before we get into our actual topic of submission to authorities, it will help to clarify what laws Paul is saying we are not under. The law that Paul refers to here is not the moral laws (aka: The 10-commandments, minus observing the Sabbath), but rather, they are the laws connected to Israel’s priesthood.