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Shame Quote by John F. MacArthur Jr

“God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty; and the base things of the world and the things which are despised God has chosen, and the things which are not, to bring to nothing…” quote by John F. MacArthur Jr
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““God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty; and the base things of the world and the things which are despised God has chosen, and the things which are not, to bring to nothing the things that are, that no flesh should glory in His presence" (1 Corinthians 1:27-29).””

John F. MacArthur Jr

About This Quote

Source Bible: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29 (New Testament)

God often uses the humble and weak to demonstrate true power, challenging human pride.

In simple terms: God uses the lowly to show greatness.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility and trust divine purpose.

Themes

humility divine wisdom spiritual paradox

Mood

reflective solemn

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church sermons
  • personal reflection
  • teaching
  • counseling

Key Concepts

theology contradiction faith

Questions to Reflect On

  • In what ways does humility empower you?
  • How do you balance humility with confidence?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on humility may ignore practical action.

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