Message from Pastor Jim 02/09/2026

Dear Friends,

If you’ve ever looked at the world and thought, “Well… that doesn’t make much sense,” congratulations—you’re already halfway to understanding today’s Scripture.

In 1 Corinthians 1:18–31, Paul reminds us that God’s wisdom doesn’t always look wise by the world’s standards. In fact, sometimes it looks downright foolish. And honestly? That might be good news.

The world tells us that bigger is better, louder is stronger, and winning is everything. God, on the other hand, sends Jesus—not with flashy speeches or impressive credentials—but with love, humility, and a cross. Not exactly a power move by worldly standards… and yet, it changed everything.

Paul says God chooses the things the world overlooks. The small. The ordinary. The unlikely. Which is comforting news for most of us, because if holiness required perfection, a spotless record, or always having the right answer, many of us would be in trouble before coffee on Monday morning.

Here’s the good news: God isn’t impressed by resumes. God is moved by hearts. God works through people who show up, try again, and trust grace more than their own abilities.

That means God can work through a church that sometimes misplaces the bulletin inserts, sings a little off-key, and needs reminders about meeting times. (Sound familiar?) God delights in using ordinary people to do extraordinary things.

So this week, if you feel small, unsure, or not quite “enough,” take heart. You are exactly the kind of person God loves to use. The cross reminds us that God’s greatest power shows up in unexpected ways—and often through people just like us.

Thanks be to God for wisdom that looks like love, strength that looks like grace, and a Savior who meets us right where we are.

Grace and peace to you this week.

Pastor Jim