The Gospel in one verse: Romans 6:23.  

"For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord."

We cannot bridge the gap we created by our sin with our own efforts; but God offers us a free gift through Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross for us.  It's the only way to eternal life--and it can start the moment you ask God to save you and believe He will.

Won't you do it now?