1 Corinthians 1, 2
ENRICHED TO SPEAK

Some people seem so good at it. They are eloquent, know their Scriptures and have no problem at all in speaking to friends, strangers or other believers. They seem to have just the right words to say at the right time. And then there are the rest of us. We stumble over our words, we find it difficult to think on the spot, and trying to present a logical argument for God feels like it is out of our grasp.

Let’s not let our feelings of inadequacy stop us. God can use our mouths and our words to preach as well as he can use anyone’s. It’s just up to us to open our mouths to be used in that way.

As Paul wrote to the Corinthians (and us), this is what he said, “In every way you were enriched in him in all speech and all knowledge— even as the testimony about Christ was confirmed among you— so that you are not lacking in any spiritual gift, as you wait for the revealing of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 1 v 5 – 7 ESV). He also asks, “Where is the one who is wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the debater of this age?” (v 20). Those worldly attributes are not what God is looking for.

God is not after powerful speakers or preachers; he is after the willing hearts of people who are prepared to have God work through them. So let’s open our mouths and preach, no matter what. Who knows what God can do with our stammering lips?

May God work powerfully in us this week.

With love in our Lord,
Robert

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