The Power Of The Cross (1 Cor 1:18-24)

Easter is a celebration of Jesus death and resurrection. 


What is the power of the cross? 

1. Satan is defeated (Col 2:5) We stand without fear when we face evil. That's the reason we can ask the demons to leave on the name of Christ.

2. Through the cross our sins are forgiven.
(Col 2:13-14)

3. The instrument of utter pain and Shame has become the instrument of absolute gain. (Luke 25: 35-41). This is what grace is about.

4. The fear of death is banished. (Heb 2:14-15) We can help these people by sharing the gospel.

5. Death is conquered. (1 Cor 15: 54-57). Death is the last enemy, and was conquered by Jesus. 

6. Everlasting life is assured. (Rom 8:23) Normal human response is to live long. But with Jesus we will live eternally. The cause of death is sin. 

We are not in charge of when we die, so you cannot wait to receive Jesus.

How to know when we die well. It's when people are very joyful, peaceful, and hopeful when we die. 

7. Hope and a future is guaranteed. (1 Cor 15:17-20)

Jesus paid our premium for life and after life policy! That's the glory of Easter.




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