1Co1

"The message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but it is God's power to us who are being saved." Are we united around this gospel message? This is the heart of Christianity.

Many "christians" talk way more about what they disagree with among themselves than about the gospel. Most christians I know are more apt to talk about differences in doctrine than they are to share Christ with someone who has yet to believe.

The Corinthian church was a mess and needed to get "fixed" in the worst way, but notice how Paul begins this letter. First he expressed gratitude for them. Secondly, he reminded them that Jesus, not their earthly leaders, should be the focus of their conversation. And finally, he said that the gospel is the foundation for unity among believers.

We should be clear on this basic truth in every christian church! "Christ died for our sins." Therefore, we should live for Him.