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What does the Bible say about the offense of the cross?

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The Bible indicates that the offense of the cross arises from the doctrine of atonement, highlighting that salvation is completely through Christ without any contributions from us.

In Galatians 5:11, the Apostle Paul reflects on the offense of the cross, stating that if he preached salvation through works, he would not face persecution. The essence of the offense lies in proclaiming that salvation is solely through Christ's finished work, which contradicts human pride and the notion that one can contribute to their own salvation. It directly challenges the idea that human actions, like circumcision or keeping the law, can be a means of grace. The cross becomes a stumbling block for those who believe in self-salvation, reinforcing that the gospel is an offense to the natural heart that wishes to retain some control over salvation.
Scripture References: Galatians 5:11, John 19:30, Galatians 6:14, Acts 4:12, Galatians 5:1-11, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 1 Corinthians 1:23, 1 Corinthians 1:29, Romans 3:28, 1 Corinthians 1:23-24, Romans 9:30-33, Matthew 16:6, 1 Corinthians 5:6, Galatians 1:10, Romans 6:14, Romans 3:27, Romans 5:11, Romans 6:23, 1 Peter 2:24, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 64:6, Galatians 5:11-12, 2 Corinthians 4:3-4, Romans 3:23-24, Romans 8:7, Galatians 5:10-12, Galatians 5:7-12, 1 Corinthians 2:14, 1 Corinthians 1:17-21, Galatians 2:16, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Colossians 1:20, Hebrews 1:3, John 16:1-15, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Corinthians 1:17-25, Romans 5:6-10, Ephesians 2:8-9

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