(1 Corinthians 1:18)

I. Do you view the preaching of the cross as foolishness?

A. The result is perishing – a state of being lost before God
B. Poor decisions (Matthew 7:13)
C. Refusal to submit to God’s authority (Matthew 7:26-27)
D. Lack of preparation (Matthew 25:1-12)

II. Do you view the preaching of the cross as God’s power?

A. Salvation is the result
B. God’s power is in the preaching of the cross (Romans 1:16; Ephesians 6:10; 1 Peter 1:22-23)
C. Wise decisions, rarely made (Matthew 7:13-14)
D. Full, faithful submission to Him (Matthew 7:24-25)
E. Always prepared for His coming (Matthew 24:42-44; 2 Peter 3:10)

III. It’s not just the preacher who preaches

A. Every time you observe the Lord’s Supper (1 Corinthians 11:23-26)
B. Every time you consider His blessings (Galatians 6:14)
C. Every time you consider His mercy (1 Peter 2:9-10)
D. What are you preaching? (1 Corinthians 2:2) — let’s go preach, church!