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The Gospel: Power and Wisdom for the Believer

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JEFF TURNER

The Gospel of Jesus Christ is far more than words; it is the power of God and the wisdom of God to those who are called and saved (1 Corinthians 1:24). This truth is not just intellectual but deeply experiential. If you have been called by God, you know it in your heart. There are times of doubt when faith may waver, yet the believer ultimately finds assurance in Christ’s grasp, not in their hold on Him.

The Gospel transforms lives with undeniable power. Like a mighty hand, it frees us from the bondage of sin and brings us into the liberty of Christ. It is this power that compels missionaries to leave all they know, ministers to risk their lives for the sick, and ordinary believers to show extraordinary courage and love in the face of trials. The cross of Christ fuels their strength and devotion.

Consider the steadfastness of martyrs who, even in the flames, declare, “I know that my Redeemer lives.” Or the serene faith of a dying believer who whispers hymns of trust in Christ. What sustains them in such moments? It is the Gospel—the power of God unto salvation.

Yet the Gospel is not only powerful but wise. It is a divine plan where justice and mercy meet, revealing mysteries that surpass human understanding. For the believer, it becomes the foundation for all learning and wisdom. When Christ is at the center, everything else finds its rightful place.

Let us examine our hearts: do we belong to those who reject Christ, calling His message foolishness? Or are we among the called, who know and experience the Gospel’s power and wisdom?

The Gospel: Triumph in Calling and Grace

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JEFF TURNER

The Gospel, though often rejected, holds a triumphant power that cannot be stopped. As the Scriptures declare, “Unto us who are called, both Jews and Greeks, it is the power of God and the wisdom of God” (1 Corinthians 1:24). Though many mock and dismiss it, God’s Word never fails. His promise stands firm: “My word shall not return to me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please” (Isaiah 55:11).

Christ’s sacrifice will never be in vain. If some reject the Gospel, others will embrace it. Heaven will not be lessened by opposition or unbelief. For every soul that resists, there are others who are called and saved. This calling is not by human effort but by the work of God Himself.

The call of God is twofold. There is a general call, like a bell summoning everyone, and a special, personal call, meant only for His children. The general call goes out to all, but the special call is irresistible and effectual. When Jesus calls a person by name, as He did Mary and Zaccheus, the response is immediate and life-changing.

This special call breaks the hardest hearts and draws sinners to Christ. It is the power of God at work, transforming lives in ways no human persuasion could achieve. Have you heard His call? If so, it is His grace working in you, drawing you to salvation, and ensuring that His triumph is complete.