KEY POINT: God made the gospel in such a way that only He could bring about belief in it.

1.The Folly of the Cross

2.The Power of the Cross

3.The Results of the Cross

KEY POINT: Unity in the church is made complete when God's people don't allow the celebrity speaker syndrome by elevating Jesus Christ.

1.Resist silo-making and be united (v 10)

2.Reject the celebrity speaker syndrome (vv 11-16)

3.Preach the gospel--this is what unites (v. 17)

KEY POINT: God's Messenger has distinguishable characteristics that clearly point others to Jesus. So, recognize him, but don't depend on him--depend on God.

1.What God's Messenger Doesn't Do (vv 1, 4, 5)

2.What God's Messenger Does (vv 1-5)

3.How to Respond Rightly to God's Messenger (v 5)