The Four Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—plunge us into the life and ministry of Jesus. These are lively books, presenting Good News urgently and passionately. Each of the Gospel writers emphasizes different elements of the story of Jesus, and together they offer us a picture of a Messiah—a King defined by his love, compassion, and righteousness.

The Gospels are bold. They reflect the complexity of the Kingdom Jesus speaks of; one marked by social inversion, liberation, and generosity. It is a disruptive yet inclusive message. Matthew presents Jesus as the continuation and fulfillment of God’s promises and covenants. Mark illuminates the ways in which Jesus’ message inverts our worldly presumptions and expectations, offering a redefined notion of what power looks like. Luke proclaims the deliverance and freedom of the Gospel, championing the justice and restoration found at the core of Jesus' words and work. John invites us to meditate on the mystery and wonder of our Creator, reminding us that the Gospel of Christ represents good news on a cosmic scale.

Together the four accounts welcome us into the Kingdom of God and invite us to follow Jesus every day of our lives.

Perhaps more than any of the other Gospel accounts, the Gospel of John highlights the wonder and mystery of Jesus. Less concerned with providing a straightforward synopsis of the life and ministry of Christ, John luxuriates in rich and evocative language, inviting us to experience the beauty of God’s relentless pursuit of humanity. From the opening verses, the Gospel of John ruminates on the astonishing presence and power of God that we can only begin to perceive. Through delicate and ethereal imagery—of peering through the mist or pondering beyond the veil—we seek to accentuate the reverence and wonderment of this book. 

John's Gospel paints a compelling picture of God’s purposes and plans for creation, made manifest in Jesus. While there is much we may not comprehend, this book moves us to take comfort in the knowledge that we are loved abundantly. Our God is—and was, and always will be—good.