Hebrews 4:12 refers to the Bible as containing living and active words. This unique characteristic sets the Bible apart from all other books ever written. Ranked as one of the top selling books annually, the Bible has become the greatest seller of all time. However, when you open this book to read it, don’t fool yourself like a narcissist by thinking you are better than you actually are.
When I opened Proverbs 26 today, God gave me a revelation, new insight to what King Solomon is trying to communicate to readers. Solomon devotes this particular chapter to qualities of a fool. Like a Litness Test to assess your degree of foolishness, chapter 26 contains over 20 traits of a fool. Though you may rate yourself low, similar to a golfer who is under par, Romans 3:23 suggest everyone possesses at least one of these foolish attributes.
The apostle Paul gives new meaning to the term fool in the New Testament. In his epistle to the educated citizens of Corinth, Paul makes being a fool not so bad. According to 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16, wisdom does not come from schooling, which encourages students to trust in themselves. Rather, wisdom is obtained through the power of the Holy Spirit, leading one to put their faith and trust in the Lord Jesus. While the world will continue to emphasize intelligence, becoming a fool for Christ will have the last laugh. Therefore, don’t be a fool by following Jesus, – 1 Corinthians 1:27-31.
by Jay Mankus
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