In 1988, John MacArthur published a book that took issue with the gospel most of evangelicalism was preaching—that people could believe in Jesus without submitting to Him as Lord. Phil Johnson, who edited the book, recalls the lordship salvation issue, and the discussion, controversy, and praise The Gospel According to Jesus continues to generate. To receive Grace to You’s monthly letter, as well as offers for resources by mail, click here: https://www.gty.org/home/newtogty Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gracetoyou X: https://x.com/gracetoyou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracetoyou Copyright © 2026, Grace to You. All rights reserved. For details about our copyright policy, click here: https://www.gty.org/about?tab=copyright