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What happens when the wisdom of God contradicts the wisdom of man? In today's ScriptureLinks Daily Dose of Inspiration, we're looking at 1 Corinthians 1:18, 21–31 and Paul's challenging message about the cross, the wisdom of God, and the things the world considers foolish. The world values power, position, education, influence, and personal achievement. But God doesn't measure things the way we do. He chose to work through what the world considers foolish and weak to reveal a wisdom and power that human understanding cannot match. Paul also reminds us that God didn't call us because we were the wisest, strongest, or most impressive people around. Our salvation and our standing before Him are not grounds for boasting. Jesus Christ is our wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption. So here's the question: Are we judging God's Word by our understanding, or are we allowing God's Word to challenge our understanding? Open your Bible, follow along, and consider what this passage means for the way you think, live, and trust God.

When the Wisdom of Man Becomes Foolishness | ScriptureLinks Daily Dose of Inspiration Have you ever been convinced you were right, only to discover you had been looking at things the wrong way? What man considers wisdom doesn’t always agree with the wisdom of God. In fact, the Bible shows us that human reasoning, personal interests, and impatience can lead us away from the truth. In this episode of ScriptureLinks Daily Dose of Inspiration, we look at the contrast between the wisdom of man and the wisdom of God through several powerful passages of Scripture. 📖 Scripture References (KJV): ● 1 Corinthians 1:18, 22–25 — The preaching of the cross and the wisdom of God. ● Exodus 32:1–8 — The Israelites and the golden calf. ● Acts 19:24–29 — Demetrius, the silversmiths, and the threat to their livelihood. ● Acts 8:1, 3–4 — Saul’s persecution of the church and the scattering of believers. ● Acts 9:1–6 — Saul’s encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. These accounts challenge us to consider whether we are allowing God’s truth to guide our thinking or simply trusting what seems right in our own eyes. Here’s something to consider: Are you willing to let God change your mind when His Word challenges what you believe?

What if the very thing the world considers foolish is the very thing God uses to reveal His power? In 1 Corinthians 1:17–28, Paul challenges the way we think about wisdom, strength, and success. The world looks for impressive words, human achievement, and outward power. But God chose the preaching of the cross—a message the world considers foolish—to accomplish what human wisdom never could. And He doesn’t stop there. God chooses the weak things, the foolish things, and the things the world considers insignificant to bring His purposes to pass. Are we judging God’s work by the world’s standards? Have we overlooked what God can do because something—or someone—doesn’t look impressive enough? Join us for today’s ScriptureLinks Daily Dose of Inspiration as we discover why God’s wisdom is greater than man’s wisdom and why our confidence must rest in Him, not ourselves.

The wise me recognized the sign that led them to Jesus. But are we recognizing what Scripture tells us about His return? In today’s Daily Dose, we continue our discussion about the return of Christ by looking at the signs Jesus gave His disciples in Matthew 24:3-14. We will also consider why knowing Scriptures matter, how how the Word of God points us to Jesus, and why we must be careful not to confuse biblical truth with human speculation. Jesus told us what to watch for. The question is whether we are paying attention. Join us as we explore what the Bible says about recognizing the sings, understanding God’s Word, and living prepared for the return of our Lord.

What happens when Jesus returns for His church? The Rapture of the Church has been debated for generations. Christians have different views about its timing and some of the details surrounding Christ’s return. But when Paul wrote about it in 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, his purpose wasn’t to create fear or confusion. His purpose was to give believers hope. Paul explains that believers who have died in Christ will rise first. Then those who are alive and remain will be caught up together with them to meet the Lord in the air. And then comes the promise that should capture our attention: “And so shall we ever be with the Lord.” Today on ScriptureLinks Daily Dose of Inspiration, we’re looking at the Rapture of the Church and asking a very personal question: Jesus is coming. Are you ready?

Yesterday, we looked at how Paul received the Gospel—not from men, but by the revelation of Jesus Christ. Today, Paul continues his story. In Galatians 1:18–24, Paul explains what happened after his conversion. We also look at Acts 9, where Paul begins preaching Christ, faces opposition, and eventually has to escape for his life. Paul’s story is a powerful reminder that a changed life doesn’t always happen overnight, and people don’t always immediately believe that you’ve changed. But God can take the person you were and use that very story to demonstrate His grace. Your past may explain where you’ve been, but it doesn’t have to determine where you’re going.

What if false doctrine doesn’t look false? Paul warned Timothy about people who would resist the truth, but he didn’t tell him to simply trust his instincts. He pointed him back to Scripture. Join us for today’s ScriptureLinks Daily Dose as we continue Exposing False Doctrines and discover why knowing God’s Word is essential if we’re going to recognize deception.

How do we recognize false doctrine before it takes root in our lives? In 2 Timothy 3:8-17, Paul warns Timothy about people who oppose the truth and resist sound teaching. But Paul doesn’t leave Timothy wondering where he should turn. He points him directly to the Scriptures—the Word of God that is profitable for teaching, correction, and instruction in righteousness. Then Galatians 1:8 gives us an incredibly serious warning: even if someone claims to bring a message from heaven, if that message contradicts the gospel already given, it must be rejected. In today’s Daily Dose, we continue exposing false doctrines by asking a difficult question: Are we grounded enough in God’s Word to recognize deception when it comes? Because you can’t recognize a counterfeit by studying counterfeits alone. You need to know the genuine article.

Christian freedom is a wonderful thing—but freedom without wisdom can become a trap. In 1 Corinthians 6:12, Paul makes a powerful statement: “All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient.” He goes on to say, “I will not be brought under the power of any.” That challenges the way we think about our choices. Just because something isn’t specifically forbidden doesn’t automatically mean it’s beneficial. And just because we have the freedom to do something doesn’t mean that thing should have a place of control in our lives. Following up on our previous discussion, today we’re going to look at the difference between permission and wisdom, freedom and bondage, and having something versus being controlled by something. The question isn’t merely, “Is it allowed?” The question is, “Is it helping me become more like Christ?”

Jeremiah 6:16–20 presents a powerful invitation and a sobering warning. God tells His people to stand at the crossroads, look around, ask for the ancient paths, and walk in the good way. Yet their response is heartbreaking: “We will not walk therein.” The passage challenges us to examine the direction of our own lives. We can ask God for guidance while already knowing what He has called us to do. We can pray for His will while resisting His instruction. We can admire the right path without actually walking on it. God’s question to Jeremiah’s generation is still worth asking today: Which way are you going? This episode challenges us to stop at the crossroads, listen for God’s direction, and choose obedience over convenience.

Nehemiah and the people of Jerusalem were rebuilding the walls, but their work quickly attracted opposition. Their enemies mocked them, threatened them, and attempted to create fear among the people. Yet Nehemiah responded by praying, setting a watch, and reminding the people to remember the Lord. In this episode, we look at Nehemiah 4:1-9 and verses 14-15 and consider what happens when opposition comes while we are doing what God has called us to do. The enemy may try to intimidate us, discourage us, or make us afraid—but opposition doesn’t mean God has abandoned the work. Sometimes we need to stop looking at the size of the opposition and start remembering the greatness of our God.

Jesus commanded His followers to go into all the world and teach the truth. But throughout Scripture, we see that not everyone wants to hear that truth. Jesus was rejected in His own hometown of Nazareth. Pilate stood face-to-face with Jesus and asked, “What is truth?” And when given the opportunity to release Jesus, the crowd demanded that Barabbas—a thief and criminal—be released instead. Paul warned Timothy that a time would come when people would not endure sound doctrine. Instead, they would look for teachers who would tell them what they wanted to hear. In this episode, we explore why people reject truth, why they sometimes prefer what is wrong over what is right, and why our responsibility isn’t to change the truth to make people comfortable. We are called to proclaim the truth—even when people don’t want to hear it.

Peter was in prison, facing what appeared to be certain death. The church prayed, God sent an angel, Peter’s chains fell off, the doors opened, and Peter walked out. But then we come to Paul and Silas. They were beaten, thrown into prison, and locked in stocks. Then, in the middle of the night, they prayed and sang praises. Suddenly, there was a great earthquake. The prison doors opened and everyone’s chains fell off. So why didn’t Paul and Silas escape? Because sometimes God opens a door so you can walk through it—and sometimes He opens a door so you can see what He wants to do while you stay where you are. The answer is found in what happened next. Paul and Silas stayed, and the Philippian jailer and his household heard the Gospel. Then Jesus gives us another important lesson in John 21: Peter became concerned about what would happen to John. Jesus essentially told him, “What is that to thee? follow thou me.” The lesson is simple but powerful: God doesn’t give every believer the same assignment, the same journey, or the same outcome. Our responsibility is not to compare our calling with someone else’s. Our responsibility is to follow Jesus.

Peter said he would never deny Jesus—but he did. Elijah called down fire from heaven—but shortly afterward he ran for his life. Job lost almost everything—but he refused to turn his back on God. What makes the difference when faith is tested? Find out in today’s Daily Dose.