Article: Gavin Ortlund – Searching for Gospel-Centered Theology Before the Reformation (at and orthodox without becoming Orthodox. As we promote “gospel-centered ministry for the next generation, side effects ” we must make clear there’s nothing inconsistent with being both evangelical and ancient, “gospel centered” and “historically rooted.” The reason is simple: gospel-centeredness is itself historically rooted. In fact, it’s as ancient as the gospel itself.”