The Perception of the Gospel

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The Perception of the Gospel 1 Corinthians 1:18 - 31 Pastor Terry Smoak

1. ____________ the condition of our culture. THE PERCEPTION OF THE GOSPEL 1. ____________ the condition of our culture. Recognize

evolutionary absolute social center THE PERCEPTION OF THE GOSPEL American culture has shifted from a creationist foundation to an _______________ foundation. evolutionary Truth in American culture is considered to be relative rather than ____________ . absolute The church is no longer the _________________ of the community. social center

2. __________ to share and live out the gospel. THE PERCEPTION OF THE GOSPEL 2. __________ to share and live out the gospel. Continue

THE __________ STILL WORKS! THE PERCEPTION OF THE GOSPEL Every Christian MUST believe the following: THE __________ STILL WORKS! GOSPEL As we present the gospel to those with no church background, we must start with ___________ and move to the ________. creation cross

THE PERCEPTION OF THE GOSPEL 3. ______ in the power of God. (1 Corinthians 1:18) Trust

THE PERCEPTION OF THE GOSPEL We have allowed the devil to _________ us into thinking that only pastors and ministry professionals are equipped to share the gospel. deceive “Unbelievers are not so much ___________ at the content of our message as they are __________ at our silence.” (Dr. Alvin Reid) offended amazed

The Perception of the Gospel 1 Corinthians 1:18 - 31 Recognize the condition of our culture. Continue to share and live out the gospel. Trust in the power of God.