1 Corinthians 2:1-5
Chapter 2
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Superior Wisdom
When I came to reveal to you the mystery of God’s plan, I did not rely on eloquence or a display of learning.2
I was determined to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and him crucified.
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I, myself, came weak, fearful, and trembling;
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my words and preaching were not impressive or clever enough to win listeners. It was more a demonstration of spirit and power,
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so that your faith might depend not on human wisdom, but on God’s power.
Commentaries
Superior Wisdom.
Paul has a nearly obsessive focus: God’s free choice of the Corinthians. He repeats his point, emphasizing how he presented himself to them without prestige or persuasive human wisdom, but as weak and trembling with fear. His knowledge and credentials were only Jesus, and Jesus crucified.