1. This is the heart of Christian theology: The Gospel is the word of the cross, and the word of the cross is the Gospel.
  2. There is good news here for your hearer, good news of belonging.
  3. The brief introduction to the letter stands in marked contrast to the spanking the saints of Corinth will get through the balance of the letter.
  4. As you look to the water of your own baptism, consider not that the water is wet, but, rather, that it is rich with the Word and promise of God for one reason only: Because Jesus is in that water.
  5. “Where are God’s promises? Where does God work? Where are you?” and the answer is ever in Christ.

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