Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

1. Why is the cross of Christ offensive? In what ways might we inadvertently minimize the offense of the cross?

2. How would you answer a non-Christian who asked, “Why can’t God just forgive everyone apart from the cross?”

3. Why is it important to understand that salvation is not just a human decision but requires the very power of God in imparting new life? What errors occur when we forget this?