The Word of the Cross
Topical SermonsScripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
The Word of the Cross
Intro.
1. The word (message) of the cross (1 Cor. 1:18-25): Gospel (Rom. 1:16).
2. Foolish to the perishing / Power of God to those being saved.
3. Christ crucified: Power and wisdom of God, 1:23-24; 2:1-5.
I. WORDS OF THE CROSS.
A. Death (crucifixion), Lk. 23:33; 1 Pet. 2:24; Gal. 3:13.
-Sacrifice, Phil. 2:5-8; Lk. 9:23
B. Love, Jno. 3:16; 15:13; Rom. 5:6-8.
-Love one another, 1 Jno. 4:7-11
C. Obedience, Phil. 2:8; Heb. 5:8-9.
-Love Jesus, Jno. 14:15 (31); Friend (familiar companion) of Jesus, Jno. 15:14
D. Salvation, Acts 4:10-12; Rom. 5:9-10.
-Obtained through baptism, Mk. 16:16; Rom. 6:3-4; Col. 2:12
-Wash away your sins, Acts 22:16
E. Life, Lk. 23:43 (paradise); Lk. 23:46 (Receive my spirit).
-Newness of life, Rom. 6:4; Eph. 2:1, 5
Conclusion
1. Is the message of the cross foolishness to you? Or, is it the power and wisdom of God? 1 Cor. 1:21
2. Your reaction / response tells the answer.
By: Joe R. Price
Posted: December 16, 2012
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