Day 55
Today’s reading: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31
The Wisdom of God
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The Wisdom of God 〰️
Reflections
At the root of sin is pride, which makes pride incredibly dangerous—so much so that God Himself resists the proud. Humanity’s fall was driven by a prideful desire to be like God, a temptation prompted by Satan. Viewed from this perspective, it makes perfect sense that, in restoring mankind, God would strike at the very root of sin: pride.
To accomplish this, God chose what the world considers foolish to bring about reconciliation. Christ’s coming, His life on earth, and even His death on the cross all reflected the utmost humility. And to spread this message of reconciliation, God chose those who held no status in society so that no one could boast in themselves.
Even believing this good news and receiving salvation requires complete humility and surrender. It does not depend on miraculous signs that appeal to human senses, nor on philosophical reasoning that satisfies human logic—only a childlike faith in the gospel of the cross. If we are to remain in God’s presence, we must come fully surrendered, boasting only in the Lord and in what He has done for us.
Study Questions
Why is Jesus called the Wisdom of God? Read biblical commentaries and reflect on Proverbs 8 to understand
Do an exegetical study of 1 Corinthians 1:18 to uncover its true meaning in context
Take a moment to examine your life. In what ways do you place confidence in your flesh and human wisdom?
What did you learn about God’s nature, His ways and His will from today’s reading?
Highlight
“God chose what is low and despised in the world, even things that are not, to bring to nothing things that are, so that no human being might boast in the presence of God.” 1 Corinthians 1:28-29 ESV
