The Gospel in a Nutshell

I have been reading through a list of Gospel definitions complied by Trevin Wax and I believe I have landed on what (in my view) is my favorite definition/summary:

"Jesus Christ, God's promised rescuer and ruler lived our life, died our death and rose again in triumphant vindication as the first-fruits of the new creation to bring forgiven sinners together by the Holy Spirit to live under his gracious reign as His Kingdom people." - Steve Timmis

Why do I particularly favor this definition?

1. The Triune God is present
2. Community is included
3. Christ is central
4. Christ's atoning work is presented
5. It captures the story ( Old Testament, New Testament, New Creation)
6. It is graphic and compelling (therefore, I believe, better suited for memorization)

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Carpe Deum

"If you try to seize the day, the day will eventually break you. Seize the corner of his garment and don't let go until he blesses you. He will reshape the day." - Paul Miller, The Praying Life