1. the teachings of Jesus Christ and the apostles; the Christian message
2. any of the first four books of the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John)
3. something accepted as absolutely true

1. relating to gospel music

Examples

• The minister preached the gospel to his congregation.
• She read from the Gospel of Matthew during the service.
• He took her advice as gospel truth.
• The gospel choir sang beautifully at the wedding.
• They listened to gospel music on Sunday mornings.
• Don’t take everything he says as gospel.
• The gospel singer moved the audience to tears.