Paul teaches the Corinthians the difference between the wisdom of the city and God’s wisdom. Worldly wisdom focuses on success, significance, and strength, while God’s wisdom reveals itself in the seeming insignificance and weakness of Christ crucified.
Application Questions:
1. In your own words, how would you describe the “wisdom of the world” that Paul talks about in this passage?
2. How have you seen the gospel look like foolishness to others?
3. How do you struggle with the desire to be seen as significant and strong in the eyes of the world?
4. What would it look like for you to live with “Christ crucified” as the narrative for your own life?
