Daily Bible Reading – September 2023, God’s Saving Word: WisdomSample

September 27

Introduction

The wisdom and power of God set up a dichotomy whereby the worldly standards of wisdom and power are rejected. Paul reminds the Corinthians of their own humble social status, and that God chooses what the world looks down on and reverses the social order (see 1 Samuel 2:1-10; Psalm 18:27; Luke 1:51-53; James 4:6; 1 Peter 5:5, 6).

Scripture Reading

1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Today’s Key Verse:1 Corinthians 1:30

God has brought you into union with Christ Jesus, and God has made Christ to be our wisdom. By him we are put right with God; we become God's holy people and are set free.

Reflect

Why does Paul say that Christ’s death on the cross is “God’s power” (verse 18)? What is the “foolish” message that Paul preaches (verse 21) and why does he say it is foolish? To whom is the message foolish? To whom is the message good news? Why does Paul say that Christ is our wisdom (verse 30)? Paul says that “whoever wants to boast must boast of what the Lord has done” (verse 31). What does this mean for you?

Pray

God of power and wisdom, remind me of all that you have done so that I may proclaim the good news of your salvation and boast about your wondrous deeds and gracious love. Keep me humble and faithful so that I glorify you in all I say and do. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

1 Corinthians 2:1-16: The apostle Paul’s message centers around Christ crucified, and he contrasts the wisdom of the world with God’s “secret wisdom.”