27 But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong; 28 God chose what is low and despised in the world, even things that are not, to bring to nothing things that are, 29 so that no human being might boast in the presence of God. 30 And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption, 31 so that, as it is written, “Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.”
- What reasons do you have to boast in the Lord?
- In what ways does the wisdom of God seem foolish to your human nature? Be truthful.
- How is Jesus your wisdom from God?
- What does Jesus' being your righteousness from God accomplish in your life?
- Why is there such a temptation to seek our own righteousness instead of the righteousness through Jesus?
- What is the difference between trying to live a life pleasing to God and seeking your own righteousness?
Some days I just look at all the stuff that I think I need to do and want to sit down and quit. This is especially true when I look at what I could do for God. Add to that getting rid of the sins that continue to tempt and snag me and I can feel pretty miserable. I suspect that a good portion of my feelings come from my metric of righteousness. I'm not talking about an "I'm OK checklist". I talking about a feeling that no matter what I do, it is not good enough. Well, that is right. My feelings come from my being foolish because I am using my human wisdom, not God's wisdom. I need to learn to be satisfied at where I am in my walk, but not content with staying here.
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