Fourfold Gospel
OUR SAVIOR
The cross reminds us of His sacrificial death and Resurrection as the Atonement for the sins of humankind (Acts 4:12).
The name of Jesus has impacted lives around the world for more than 2,000 years. He is a universal Savior, promising that “whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16).
Jesus is an exclusive Savior: “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name in heaven given to men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). Contrary to what contemporary culture tells us, there are not multiple paths to God. There is only one—Jesus Christ.
The Cross: Christ Our Savior
Jesus’ death on the cross was the fulfillment of Old Testament law, which required blood atonement for sin. By His death and Resurrection, we are redeemed from eternal separation from God, justified, made righteous, and accepted in His name. Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to man by which we must be saved.
OUR SANCTIFIER
The laver represents the daily cleansing from sin by the power of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 1:30).
Many Christians understand God’s promise of salvation but do not experience the ongoing sanctifying work of Jesus Christ in their lives. For those who neither understand nor allow the Holy Spirit’s control in their lives, the results have a profound effect.
Unsuccessful struggle against sin and a lack of power in life and ministry frustrate those who have asked Jesus to be their Savior but not their Sanctifier, resulting in a lack of joy in their walk with Christ. At the point when we are born again, we become members of God&rquo;s family. We believe He paid the price for our sin and that his followers are—set apart from those who are not born again—and are seen as holy because of what Christ has done.
The Laver: Christ Our Sanctifier
The laver symbol represents the daily cleansing from sin by the power of the Holy Spirit: “His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and goodness” (2 Pet. 1:3).
OUR HEALER
The pitcher represents oil to anoint the sick for physical, emotional, and spiritual healing (James 5:15).
A great portion of Christ’s time was dedicated to healing the sick. He healed all kinds of people: the blind, the paralyzed, the lame, the deaf, lepers, those who had fevers, and many with chronic illnesses.
We find no record in the gospels of Jesus turning away anyone who came to Him for healing, nor do we find that any disease was too difficult for Him to heal. He even raised the dead. Miraculous healings still occur today—evidence that Christ is still our Healer.
The Pitcher: Christ Our Healer
This symbol represents a pitcher containing oil to anoint the sick for healing that comes through obedience to God’s Word: “And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise him up” (James 5:15).
OUR COMING KING
**The physical return of Jesus has been the subject of speculation and controversy since His ascension into the clouds, which is recorded in the New Testament book of Acts. Knowing that countless millions still have not heard the gospel, The Alliance is committed to doing its part to complete Christ’s Great Commission before His imminent return.
The Crown: Christ Our Coming King
The crown represents Christ’s royalty as the King of Kings. His coming will be a visible, personal appearance: “You will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Mighty One and coming on the clouds of heaven” (Mark 14:62)?