Lesson 4820

 (Lesson 4820) (04-13-25) 1st Corinthians 15:9-11 

   “For I am the least of the apostles, that am not meet to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I laboured more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me. Therefore whether it were I or they, so we preach, and so ye believed.” 

 

   In today’s quote, Paul reflects on his past and the transformative power of God's grace in his life. He humbly acknowledged that he is the least of the apostles and feels unworthy to be called an apostle because he once persecuted the church of God. This admission highlights his deep remorse for his past actions and his recognition of the gravity of opposing God's people. Despite his past, Paul credited God's grace for who he had become. He emphasized that this grace was not in vain, as he labored more abundantly than all the other apostles. However, he clarified that it wasn't his own strength but the grace of God working through him that enabled his efforts. This passage highlights Paul's humility, the transformative power of divine grace, and the unwavering message of the gospel that leads to faith. ~