March 16, 2013 (Deuteronomy 30-31; Psalm 40; 1 Corinthians 1)
From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:
Scripture: “So where does this leave the philosophers, the scholars, and the world’s brilliant debaters? God has made the wisdom of this world look foolish.” 1 Corinthians 1:20 NLT
Observation: While the message of the cross of Christ is regarded as foolishness to those bound for destruction, it is the very power of God leading to salvation for us who believe. God will destroy the wisdom of the wise and discard the intelligence of the intelligent. When the message of the cross is preached, those that have been called by God to receive salvation are drawn to Him. Man has always tried to make his own way. Many have made up philosophies that they call faith. Others, study book after book to gain the understanding they desire. And yet others spend their time debating what has been written. In reality, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God.
Application: Salvation is the message of the cross of Christ. However, salvation is not merely fire insurance, there’s so much more involved. Faithfulness, obedience, honesty, purity, righteousness and holiness are just a few attributes of salvation. These are not suggestions, nor options; they are the fruits of salvation that come forth from those that are saved. One may profess with their lips to have received salvation, but these attributes of salvation are the proof of one’s confession. Many call Him Lord, but few actually ever surrender to Him as Lord. Many say they have faith and believe, but few produce the evidence that sustains their proclamation.
Prayer: Dear Lord, thank You for Your word. Thank You for the message of the cross that saves and delivers. May the fruit of my life testify of the salvation You have given. Your word teaches us to be doers of the word and not hearers only, help me to remember this, in Jesus name, Amen!