BIG IDEA: The gospel is a message from God.

*Eight proofs that this news Paul proclaims is from God:
1) It was something he once violently opposed. (v.13)
2) It was something he says went against his best interests professionally. (v.14)
3) It was something he didn’t look for and couldn’t resist. (v.15,16a)
4) It was something he didn’t immediately consult with anyone about before preaching it. (v.16b-21)
5) It was something he did that caused the churches in Judea to glorify God. (v.22-24)
6) It was something he __________________________________. (2:1-6)
7) It was something he __________________________________. (2:7-10)
8) It was something he __________________________________. (2:11-14)