1. 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 1

2. Emphasizes the power of the blood of Christ.  Blood of Christ makes “remission of sins” (Matthew 26:28) possible.  Blood of Christ provides “redemption.” (Ephesians 1:7)  Blood of Christ brings about “peace” between man and God. (Colossians 1:20)  Blood of Christ allows man to enter into the “presence” of God. (Hebrews 10:19)  Blood of Christ provides cleansing. ◦ When we are baptized. (Acts 22:16; Ephesians 5:26) ◦ When we walk in the light. (1 John 1:7) 2

3. How To Contact The Blood… How To Contact The Blood… Matthew 26:28 – BloodNew CovenantRemission of Sins Romans 6:3-4 – BuriedDeath of Christ Raised to walk in newness of life Acts 2:38 – RepentBaptizedRemission of sins Shed for Shed in By Then For Into 3

4. Blood Matthew 26:28 Repent & Be Baptized Acts 2:38 “For remission of sins” Without shedding of blood … no remission, Hebrews 9:22 Without repentance and baptism … no remission IF NOT WHY NOT? 4

5. Emphasizes the “wisdom of God,” made known in the gospel. 1 Corinthians 1:18ff; cf. 2:7-13  Was a “mystery” Colossians 1:26-27; Ephesians 3:1ff  “a hidden or secret thing, not obvious to the understanding: 1 Corinthians 13:2” (Thayer) 5