I. The Word of the Cross (18)
     A. To those who are perishing - folly or foolishness
     B. To those who are being saved - power of God
II. The Responses to the Cross (23-24)
     A. Some see it as scandalous (stumbling block)
     B. Some see it as moronic
     C. Some see it as God's powerful plan
III. The Calling of the Cross (26-31)
     A. To remember what we were (26)
     B. To think about why we have been called (27-29)
          In order to show those in the world that they need Christ too.
     C. To remind us of our purpose (30-31)
          In order to bring glory to God!! We are set apart from sin and set apart to God.
          We should boast in the cross of Christ!!
Next Steps:
     > Test or examine your heart - 1 Corinthinans 11:28
     > Proclaim the power of the cross! 1 Corinthians 11:26
        Individually examine your heart. Your attitudes, your actions, your motivations.
       Corporately remember and participate in the testimony of the Gospel.