The Power of the Gospel

Deuteronomy 30-31; Psalms 40; 1 Corinthians 1 

“’For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.’”

1 Corinthians 1:18

Many of the world’s religions acknowledge Jesus as a great prophet, a guru, and a teacher of truth; however, they reject the cross as offensive. The concept of God, or even a great person, dying a torturous death for others is foolishness to them. The grace-filled, sacrificial atonement of God for our sin is his power in our lives to give salvation. We live in this Gospel, rather than just experiencing it once. We are saved in a moment and we are being saved (sanctified) as we daily rely on the grace of God our Savior.

Where do we need to be reminded of the power of the Gospel in our lives today?

“Lord Jesus, thank you for your forgiveness, freedom, and fullness in salvation. You are my life and you give the power to overcome sin and temptation.”