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Part one of this sermon ended with a very brief overview of the characteristics of false teachers. This is because in verses 4-5, Paul sets up another distinguishing characteristic: “persuasive words of wisdom.” It’s important to rightly define “persuasive” because Paul is known to speak persuasively in the synagogues. The wisdom of God is demonstrated solely through the power of the Holy Spirit, which manifests this wisdom in three ways: conviction of sin, change by Scripture, and call to service. He drives this point home by highlighting three truths of God’s wisdom. First, Godly wisdom is not of this world nor can it be found in this world. Second, Godly wisdom does not change, progress, or evolve. Third, and the hardest pill to swallow, Godly wisdom is unknowable to unbelievers. The sovereign grace of God is present in His gift of faith, wisdom, and the Holy Spirit.
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About the SeriesPaul’s First Epistle to the church in Corinth is a letter full of love and sorrow. Love for God’s Word and His Church is present on every page and sorrow for a church that has given over to the divisive wantonness of a real-world “Vanity Fair.” Categories
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