Foolish Things

Foolish Things

In your pursuits, have you ever thought about the importance of being “foolish” or “weak” for God’s sake? This is an interesting place to be. In the US, we strive for greatness, which can lead to a bigger paycheck, bigger house, nicer car, and the “cushy” life. 

But what does that mean to God?

This passage helps us gain perspective of God’s economy. He wants us to love and obey Him. He also wants us to love and serve people. We do this well by not conforming to the pattern of this world. 

Giving in a way that seems “crazy.” Going to a place that seems “dangerous.” Creating something that seems “pointless.” These are all ways that God will use us for His purpose. We spend too much time trying to “do the smart thing” or “follow the latest trend to happiness.” 

Like Solomon said, all of that is meaningless. It’s like the chasing of the wind. When we think we’ve got God figured out, we haven’t even begun to understand His ways and why He does a certain thing. 

Purpose in your heart to allow God to use the foolish things in your life to help you lead people to the feet of Jesus. Here’s today’s Bible verse. Enjoy. 

1 Corinthians 1:26-31

26 Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. 27 But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. 28 God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, 29 so that no one may boast before him. 30 It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holinessand redemption. 31 Therefore, as it is written: “Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.”

Today’s Reading:

1 Corinthians 1