“For Christ did not send me to baptize but to preach the gospel, and not with words of eloquent wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power.” – 1 Cor. 1:17

Imagine preaching a gospel that empties the cross of its power. Throughout the past two weeks, I have often thought how applicable this statement from the apostle Paul truly is. The Atonement, understood in terms of Christ as our substitute, is absolutely essential to evangelistic preaching. Without the cross, the power of the gospel is stripped away. And I wonder how many pastors actually understand not only the work of the Christ on the cross, but the importance of proclaiming the cross.

I’m blessed to know that thousands of Kenyans heard the gospel in the past two weeks. Praise God for the gospel and the power of Christ’s cross. He is mighty to save! He has power to save! Glory to God!