1. I Corinthians The Church, Then and Now Welcome Session 5 - Wisdom 2:1-16

2. I Corinthians The Church, Then and Now Session 5 – Outline Wisdom = the Gospel v1-5Centers on death of Christ v6-9Essential to God’s eternal plan v10-16 Revealed by Spirit through Word

3. How? Discussion Groups Process: 1Answer questions, at least 2 people give their responses to each question. 2Cover all questions in time (30 minutes). 3Note differences in Bible versions that aid understanding. 4Note any points remaining unclear after group review. 5Confidentiality: maintain respect for group.

4. Wisdom = the Gospel I

5. The Gospel : Essential to God’s Plan I

6. Wisdom: The Gospel I For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. Romans 1:16 KJV

7. Characteristics of God’s Wisdom as Shown in the Gospel v6-9 comes from God, not man has in the past been hidden God ordained results in the glory of God’s people hidden from the unsaved applies to Christians today

9. Wisdom: The Gospel revealed by the Spirit through the Word v10-16 the Spirit searches the Spirit dwells in believers the Spirit teaches the Spirit matures the believer

11. Session 5: Wisdom Summary Paul’s approach – only Jesus; attitude - humility; aim – salvation of sinners God’s wisdom is demonstrated in the Gospel Cross of Jesus Christ: center of God’s timeline, and eternal plan for man’s redemption Characteristics of true wisdom Work of the Spirit: search, indwell, teach, mature believers God’s way is the only way for believers

12. Knowledge and Wisdom Knowledge is limited. Wisdom is unlimited. Albert Einstein Knowledge comes, but wisdom lingers. Lord Tennyson The doorstep to the temple of wisdom is a knowledge of our own ignorance. Benjamin Franklin There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the LORD. Proverbs 21:30 KJV The fear of the LORD teaches a man wisdom, and humility comes before honour. Proverbs 15:33 KJV The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Proverbs 9:10 KJV

14. God is omniscient, He knows all things. Our foolish human pride is offended because God’s wisdom is usually contrary to our desires. As we allow the Holy Ghost to lead and guide us, we will learn God’s will and His way, and be happy to walk in His paths. Wisdom - Application Is not wisdom found among the aged? Does not long life bring understanding? Job 12:12 KVJ

15. I Corinthians The Church, Then and Now Next Session: Attitudes Chapter 3, Verses 1 - 23