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The Gospel is spoken of in many ways throughout Scripture. Each paints a particular picture of the good news we proclaim.
**Gospel Metaphors to Consider
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Christ the Live-Giver: Creation Metaphors
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Birth, Life, Salvation, Light/Dark, Bread/Water, the Word of God, Potter/Clay, Farming
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Christ the Redeemer: Commerce and Exchange Metaphors
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Ransom, Redemption, Property, Forgiveness/Remission, Refuge, Refreshment
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Christ the Judge: Legal Metaphors
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Justification, Intercession, Adoption, Inheritance
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Christ the Reconciler: Personal Metaphors
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Reconciliation, Peace, Forgiveness, Bride and Groom
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Christ the Priest, Christ the Lamb: Sacrificial Metaphors
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Expiation/Priestly Meditation, Sacrificial Lamb, Hallowing/Cleansing, Firstborn
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Christ the Savior: Deliverance Metaphors
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Salvation, Liberation, Victory, Freedom
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Christ the Leader: Headship and Royal Metaphors
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Head to the Body, Captain of the Army, Armor/weapons, King, Son of David
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Christ the Caretaker and Builder: Relationships Metaphors
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Husband to Wife, the Good Shepherd, Capstone, Vine dresser, the Vine, Heir, Firstborn
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Christ the Way: Mediator Metaphors
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I am the Door, Tree of Life
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Also see Gospel Metaphors - Rossow
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And Preaching Metaphor - Rossow**