THE SPIRITUAL HUMILITY AND OBEDIENCE OF JESUS: THE FOOLISHNESS THAT SAVES
SERIALISED PRACTICAL GUIDE TO CONNECT YOU WITH THE CHRIST SPIRIT.
THEME: THE MYSTERIES OF THE CROSS
DAY 15 OF 21 SERIES (SATURDAY 15TH JUNE 2024)
TOPIC: THE SPIRITUAL HUMILITY AND OBEDIENCE OF JESUS: THE FOOLISHNESS THAT SAVES
AUTHOR: MARY LAWRENCE-DOKPESI
SCRIPTURE:
“For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” – 1 Corinthians 1:18
THE SPIRITUAL HUMILITY AND OBEDIENCE OF JESUS: THE FOOLISHNESS THAT SAVES
Reflect on the spiritual paradox of the cross, where divine wisdom surpasses human understanding. To those who are being saved, the cross holds the power of God for transformation and redemption, while to others it may seem foolish. – Mary Lawrence-Dokpesi
REFLECTION:
Brothers and Sisters, open your hearts to a truth that may seem strange. The message of the cross, of Jesus’ sacrifice, might appear as foolishness to the world.
Imagine the Almighty God, the source of all creation, choosing the path of humiliation. Jesus, the divine Son, willingly submitted to a cruel death. To those focused on earthly power and logic, this seems absurd.
But for those of us who believe, this “foolishness” holds the greatest power. It’s the power of God’s love, a love so immense it bridges the gap between humanity and divinity. Jesus’ sacrifice wasn’t weakness, it was the ultimate act of spiritual humility and obedience.
Through his death and resurrection, we are offered salvation, a path back to God. Let us never forget the profound message whispered in the seeming foolishness of the cross.
ADDITIONAL VERSE: “But we preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles.” – 1 Corinthians 1:23
MEDITATION: Meditate on the spiritual significance of the cross in your life. Allow God to reveal His wisdom and power through the message of Christ crucified, leading you to deeper faith and understanding.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, open our hearts to receive the spiritual truth of the cross. Help us to embrace its power and wisdom, finding salvation and transformation in Christ crucified. Amen.