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How do we know the doctrine of the cross is true?

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The truth of the doctrine of the cross is affirmed in Scripture as the only means of salvation, revealing God's character and purpose for redemption.

The doctrine of the cross is firmly rooted in Scripture, demonstrating that it is the only means by which sinners can be reconciled to God. Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 1:17-18, 'For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel, not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect.' This shows that the cross is central to the gospel message. Through the cross, God reveals His justice, holiness, mercy, and love—each attribute of His character pervading the significance of Christ's atoning death. The certainty of salvation lies in the realization that Christ's sacrifice was perfect, fulfilling all righteousness required by the law and securing redemption for His elect. The cross stands as the cornerstone of Christian doctrine, unyielding to human understanding but divinely orchestrated for our salvation.
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18, Galatians 3:13, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Romans 4:25, Acts 2:23, Colossians 1:20, Revelation 13:8, Matthew 16:21, Isaiah 53, Galatians 5:11, Galatians 1:4, 1 Corinthians 1:17, Galatians 1:6-9, Galatians 2:16, Isaiah 53:10-12, Galatians 6:14

Sermons (9)

Do You Glory In The Cross
Todd Nibert · Mar 19, 2016
Glorying in the Cross
Bruce Crabtree · Mar 13, 2016
Simon Bearing the Cross
Todd Nibert · Apr 2, 2017
In WHOM Do I Glory
Eric Floyd · Mar 25, 2026
What God's People Glory In
Gabe Stalnaker · Jun 20, 2021
The Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ
Don Fortner · May 30, 2018
The Cross Of Christ
Paul Mahan · Jun 27, 2021
The Word of the Cross
Todd Nibert · Sep 24, 2023
Do You Glory in the Cross
Todd Nibert · Feb 3, 2016

Articles (2)

Paul's Last Two Years
Don Fortner · Mar 27, 2009
Glory in the Cross of Christ
Henry Mahan · Mar 26, 2023
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