Main Idea: The message of our church should reflect the clear and simple gospel message of Christ crucified to transform sinners.

Christ Crucified Is the Central Message of the Gospel – v.1,2

• 2 Corinthians 10:7–10
• 1 Corinthians 15:1–11

The Holy Spirit’s Power at Work in the Church Is Demonstrated by the Transformed Lives of Sinners – v.3,4

• 1 Corinthians 12:1–3
• 1 Thessalonians 1:4, 5

Any Message That Points Away From the Central Message of the Gospel Leads to False Faith – v.5

• Zachariah 4:8
• 1 Corinthians 1:17
• 2 Corinthians 11:12–15

So What?

• We must guard the message of the gospel as we proclaim it as the only hope for salvation.
  • 1 Timothy 6:20, 21
  • 2 Timothy 1:13, 14