1 Corinthians 2:4-5 NIV My message and my preaching were not with wise and persuasive words, but with a demonstration of the Spirit’s power, so that your faith might not rest on human wisdom, but on God’s power.
All philosophies and many religions are based on human wisdom. They are guidelines for living a good and purposeful life. They don't give us the power to follow them. Most of us have to try very hard to follow them. Even so, we may not find the answers to our struggles. The wisdom of humans is limited.
However, the Gospel of Jesus Christ is not just simple, straightforward good news of God's salvation of mankind but is also accompanied by a demonstration of God's power to support its claim. It is God's wisdom with God's power to deliver the promises given to us. Without the demonstration of its power, the gospel message is empty.
Believers are to be joyful that our gospel is God's wisdom and power and not on the limited human wisdom. It is the answer to all our problems. Discover, understand, believe, and receive Jesus Christ as your personal Saviour and Lord, and have a meaningful, peaceful, and joyful Christmas.
Lim Liat (c) 17-11-23
Here is ChapGPT rephrase of the above. Hope you are touched by it.
1 Corinthians 2:4-5 (NIV) states, "My message and my preaching were not with wise and persuasive words, but with a demonstration of the Spirit’s power so that your faith might not rest on human wisdom, but on God’s power."
While numerous philosophies and religions are rooted in human wisdom, serving as valuable guides for leading purposeful lives, they often lack the inherent power to empower individuals. The pursuit of adhering to these principles can be arduous, and despite our best efforts, we may not unearth solutions to our struggles. Human wisdom, by its very nature, is limited.
In stark contrast, the Gospel of Jesus Christ is not merely a straightforward proclamation of God's salvation for humanity; it is accompanied by a tangible demonstration of God's power, reinforcing its profound claims. This Gospel embodies God's wisdom fused with divine power, ensuring the fulfillment of the promises bestowed upon us. Without the manifestation of its inherent power, the gospel message remains hollow.
As believers, we rejoice in the realization that our gospel is grounded in God's wisdom and power, surpassing the constraints of human understanding. It serves as the ultimate solution to our myriad problems. To fully experience its transformative impact, one must explore, comprehend, believe, and accept Jesus Christ as their personal Saviour and Lord. Through this, a meaningful, peaceful, and joyful Christmas awaits.
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