Why is understanding the Gospel's spread important for Christians?

For Christians, recognizing the nuanced spread of the Gospel is crucial for appreciating the nature of God's grace and the state of humanity. As outlined in Newton’s sermon, the gradual acceptance of the Gospel despite its life-transforming potential showcases both God's sovereignty and human resistance to divine truth (John 3:19). This tension magnifies the importance of proclaiming the Gospel actively, as its reception often hinges on human willingness to accept the light of Christ. Moreover, understanding the historical context of the Gospel's spread can deepen one’s faith and inspire proactive evangelism as Christians acknowledge that they are stewards of this precious message (Acts 13:26).