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The centrality of the cross - 1 Corinthians 1

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Retief, Frank (1942-). The Centrality of the Cross - 1 Corinthians 1. Moore Theological College. 1997. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/208525.

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Retief, F. (1997). The centrality of the cross - 1 Corinthians 1. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/208525.

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Retief, Frank (1942-). The Centrality of the Cross - 1 Corinthians 1. Moore Theological College. 1997. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/208525.

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  • Retief speaks on the centrality of the Cross in ministry based on 1 Corinthians 1. Corinthian culture influenced the church, threatening their understanding of the gospel. Paul’s response was to reaffirm the centrality of the Cross. The Cross is essential to the faith of all believers, and danger arises when it is removed from the centre of faith. Retief emphasizes that today, as in ancient Corinth, the Cross should remain central to all ministry, even when it is misunderstood or negatively received by culture. Ministers must remember that they are bearers of the message and that it is the power of the Cross that works, even if it is unwelcome. The gospel challenges what people naturally want to hear. Just as Paul’s ministry accomplished change, the same effect occurs today. Ministers must resist the temptation to alter the gospel message. The Cross is the power of God, bringing salvation and life to a perishing world. Finally, the message of the Cross is the message of God’s grace to believers. The grace of God cannot be preached if the Cross is not simultaneously preached.
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