In this powerful message titled “Attitude Adjustments!”, Pastor Ron delivers a heartfelt and honest exploration of the gospel's core truth from Paul's letter to the Corinthians. The message of the cross—Christ crucified—often appears as foolishness to the world, yet it is nothing less than the power of God and the wisdom of God for those who are being saved.
Join us as we reflect on why the cross defies human logic, usefulness, and pride. Pastor Ron shares personal stories—from not always feeling "in the mood" to preach, to childhood memories of exploding beaver dams symbolizing explosive divine power (like the Greek word dunamis, from which we get "dynamite")—to illustrate how the cross shatters our preconceptions, defeats death itself, and offers the only true eternal hope.
Key themes include:
- The cross as dynamite power that blows away worldly wisdom and self-reliance
- Why usefulness, miracles, politics, money, or personal achievements can't conquer death—only Christ's resurrection can
- God's choice to use the "foolish," weak, and lowly things to shame the wise and strong
- Boasting only in the Lord, not in our knowledge, looks, or accomplishments
- The call to keep pointing others to the cross, no matter how reluctant or imperfect we feel
- Encouragement that even on cold, sparsely attended Sundays, preaching the cross is always enough
This sermon reminds us: We don't save through cleverness, education, or effort—salvation comes through simple faith in Christ crucified and risen. As Paul declares, "Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord."
Whether you're feeling spiritually dry, questioning the relevance of the gospel in a pragmatic world, or simply needing fresh encouragement to share your faith, this message points straight to the cross as the source of transformation, forgiveness, eternal life, and true power.
If this message speaks to you, consider subscribing for more sermons, sharing with someone who needs hope, and leaving a comment: How has the "foolishness" of the cross become power in your life?
Bible Verses Highlighted:
- 1 Corinthians 1:18 – “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.”
- 1 Corinthians 1:25-27 – God’s foolishness wiser than human wisdom
- 1 Corinthians 1:31 – “Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.”
- John 3:17 – Christ came to save, not condemn
Recorded at Mount Pleasant Methodist Church, Vancleave, MS. All rights reserved.
