About What Apostles and Preachers Say
Wednesday, February 25 • The First Week in Lent • About What Apostles and Preachers Say • 1 Corinthians 2.1-12
“When I came to you, brethren, I did not come proclaiming to you the testimony of God in lofty words or wisdom.”
Paul went to ancient Corinth, resolved to know nothing but Jesus Christ crucified. In 1 Corinthians 2.1–13, he says weakness has become the doorway to wisdom. The Spirit searches even the depths of God and shares that life with us as the gift it is. What has felt like a secret all this time is now made known. The Crucified Christ is God’s hidden glory, disclosed not to the clever ones but to the receptive ones.
Who are they? The receptive ones are rather noticeable. Look for their broken and contrite hearts. Listen for their songs of lament as well as their laughter. They are not out of touch, but their joy is otherworldly.
What the Apostle said to ancient Corinthians, the Holy Spirit says to you and me. We are invited into the mind of Christ, a participation rather than a possession. In prayerful attention, the Spirit tutors us, helps us see, really see, that was everyone else tags as foolish shines with everlasting splendor.
Without the Spirit revealing that to us, we’d never see it.
What’s more, our trembling hearts become temples where God’s Word touches down and is received with courage and joy.
Bible for Life
Did you know the Book of Common Prayer provides a daily reading plan for the Bible? Check it out, starting on page 934. I’m happy to show you how to get started.
Here are some other helps with your regular Bible reading provided by Scripture Union.
Liturgy for Life
Did you know you can find a guide for daily devotions in the Book of Common Prayer? Check it out, starting on page 136. There are prayers for married people that would make for a quick devotion over coffee or on a walk (BCP 429). You can find a grace to say before birthday cake as well as meals (BCP 830, 835). You can find a prayer of dedication for newborns or adoptions (BCP 439).
Need a Prayer Book? We have them in the pews. You can borrow one. You can also find your own in All Saints Gift Shoppe. Don’t hesitate to ask any of your clergy how to use it.
