Friday, September 25, 2026
1 Corinthians 1:18
Bible verse for Friday, September 25, 2026.
1 Corinthians 1:18
“For the word of the cross is foolishness to those who are dying, but to us who are saved it is the power of God.”
— Bible (KJV) · Read 1 Corinthians in context
The scene behind the verse
Corinth, Greece, ~55 AD. Paul contrasts worldly wisdom with God's 'foolish' method of salvation...
Original language
mōria (μωρία) — not just foolishness but utter stupidity and absurdity to the logical mind
Historical context
Greeks considered crucifixion the most shameful death possible, reserved for the worst criminals
What most readers miss
The word 'dying' suggests those rejecting the cross are in the process of perishing right now
Common misconception
People think this verse is about intellectual Christians versus simple believers, but it's about the cross seeming absurd to unbelievers while being powerful to believers regardless of education level.
How this verse has been applied
Next time someone calls your faith foolish, remember: you have access to God's power that they can't see or understand.
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