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 The four New Testament gospels were written anonymously and only attributed to the apostles whose names they now bear later in the second century. If we rely on those attributions, only Matthew and John actually knew Jesus, since Mark and Luke were not among the twelve disciples. The second-century Church Fathers also formed the view that the "disciple whom Jesus loved" in John's Gospel was John himself, basing this on the assumption that John was being modest. On the basis of these multiple assumptions, John was the gospel author who knew Jesus best.

However, modern scholars say that the gospels could not have been written by eyewitnesses to the events they protray. On this view, the Church Fathers were mistaken in attributing the two gospels to Matthew and John. None of the gospel writers even knew Jesus personally.

The race is on. The five gospel artists on the nominations list have earned their place through sheer hard work, dedication, determination and faith, and stand level, shoulder to shoulder on the starting line. Each person has their eyes fixed firmly on the prize. The music they express comes from their hearts, minds and soul.
Geographical locations of the nominees reflect the broad and widespread appreciation and development of the gospel genre across the British landscape. At the end of this race, one person or one group will finally raise the 2012 MOBO Award for the gospel niche sector. All nominees can remain proud, and embrace their role as ambassadors of a rapidly emerging and vibrant sound.