Jesus Christ, and Him Crucified (1 Corinthians 2:2)

2024-06-20

And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified. (1 Corinthians 2:1-2)

Paul’s preaching at Corinth was not a promotion of his own knowledge or himself. Everything was centered on the death of Christ. His death brought us eternal life. However, the death of Christ had worked in Paul so that he could impart life.

Gospel preaching must come from one crucified with Jesus. He has come to the end of himself. It could be that some Gospel preachers want to impart their own intellect or promote themselves while attempting to promote Christ. Let this not be said of me. Let me end so Christ can begin.