For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written:“ I will destroy the wisdom of the wise; the intelligence of the intelligent I will frustrate.” 1 Corinthians 1:18 – 19
When Jesus hung on Calvary’s tree, He defeated sin once and for all (Romans 6:10). He broke its power over all humankind. We no longer live in slavery to its demands, at its beck and call. His death and resurrection make us free indeed!
Today’s verse means, Spiritual things cannot be discerned by unredeemed people, but that doesn’t matter; the Cross must be preached just the same. The Cross is the Power of God simply because it was there that the total sin debt was paid, giving the Holy Spirit, in Whom the Power resides, latitude to work mightily within our lives.
When we responded to the clarion call of Calvary and accepted Jesus’ invitation, His blood washed away our sins to reconcile us to the Father. As we take up our cross to follow Him daily, He perfects and matures – sanctifies – us (Luke 9:23).
For those who are being saved, Jesus keeps calling us back to the Cross. Here lies the power of God! Bring your discouragement, your broken heart, your shattered dream, your rebellious children, and your messed-up marriage. Lay it down. Here – more than any other place – we know that what seems dead and broken beyond repair can be raised and made brand new!
Jesus still calls today. What do you need to lay down at the foot of the Cross? Come, cast all your cares on Him, because He loves you so (I Peter 5:7). Find power in the triumphant tree of Calvary. Lay every burden at the foot of the Cross to rise up in victory. He has set you free indeed!
LET’S PRAY.
This morning I declare into your life, your joy will be full and overflow and you will fulfil your destiny in Jesus mighty name! You will sing for joy for evermore! Fear not, what you have lost shall be restored in 7 folds….and what is precious to you will never be lost in Jesus mighty name! Destiny wasters shall not locate your destiny in Jesus name. God shall keep you from all evil and the purpose of God in your life must come to pass in the name of Jesus. Your enemies shall live to see your promotion and celebration in Jesus’ glorious name. Amen Amen Amen! Fountain to your life.
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