1 Corinthians 1:24, 1 Corinthians 1:30 NLT

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:22-24

"Christ crucified." It is difficult for us to realize the deep rooted strength of the prejudices the truth of Christ encountered on its first proclamation. One thing, however, is clear—while the apostles accommodated the mode of their teaching to those prejudices, they never so accommodated the teaching itself. Their doctrine was the same for all. They never thought of modifying it or softening down its essential peculiarities, to suit the taste of any. With reference to the form of his... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:22-24

Apostolic preaching. St. Paul magnified the function of preaching. He could leave the baptism of converts and the details of Church business to others, but devoted himself to the proclamation and defence of the truth, No encounter of resistance or neglect could turn him away from preaching Christ, or make him ashamed of the gospel. His occupation gave him a deep and solemn joy. I. THE SUBJECT OF PREACHING . "We preach Christ crucified;" not Christianity, but Christ; not even... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:22-25

Christianity viewed in three aspects. "For the Jews require a sign," etc. Our subject is Christianity; and here we see it in three aspects. I. As associated with a GREAT FACT . "Christ crucified." This fact may be looked at: 1. Historically. As an historical fact, it is the most famous, influential, and best authenticated in the annals of time. 2. Theologically. It unfolds the Divine, it rends the veil in the great temple of theological truth, and exposes the inmost... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:24

Unto them that are called (see Ram. 8:28); literally, to the called themselves. Both Jews and Greeks. Henceforth the middle wall of partition between them is thrown down, and there is no difference (Ram. 1 Corinthians 9:24 ). Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. These words are a summary of the gospel. St. Paul is the best commentator on himself. He speaks elsewhere of "the exceeding greatness of God's power to usward who believe which he wrought in Christ" ( Ephesians... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:24

Christ the Power of God. The power of God is seen in nature and in providence, but here we have a new conception of it. Jesus Christ is that Power. In his person, as God manifest in flesh, there resides the potency of the Highest; but the apostle is here thinking mainly of him as crucified. In that cross, which seems to us the culmination of weakness, he sees the very power of God. Consider— I. THE ELEMENTS OF DIVINE POWER TO BE FOUND IN THE CROSS OF CHRIST . ... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 1 Corinthians 1:24

But unto them which are called - To all true Christians. See the note at 1 Corinthians 1:9.Both Jews and Greeks - Whether originally of Jewish or Gentile extraction, they have here a common, similar view of the crucified Saviour.Christ the power of God - Christ appears to them as the power of God; or it is through him that the power of salvation is communicated to them. See the note at 1 Corinthians 1:18.And the wisdom of God - The way in which God evinces his wisdom in the salvation of people.... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 1 Corinthians 1:22-25

1 Corinthians 1:22-25. For the Jews require a sign Demand of the apostles, as they did of their Lord, more signs still, after all they have seen already. And the Greeks Or Gentiles; seek after wisdom The depths of philosophy, and the charms of eloquence. But we preach Christ crucified We proceed to bear our testimony in a plain and historical, not rhetorical or philosophical manner, to the sufferings and death of Christ, endured to expiate the guilt of mankind, and procure for them... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Contrasts in wisdom and power (1:18-31)The whole idea of salvation from sin through the death of Christ on the cross appears foolish to the average person, but to believers it shows God’s power (18). God’s way has always been different from that of people in general. Whether they be Greek philosophers, Jewish scholars, or just ordinary citizens, people always think their schemes and ideas are full of wisdom; but God shows them up to be foolish (19-20).God, in his wisdom, saves people by way of... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 1 Corinthians 1:24

them which are called = the called themselves. read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 1 Corinthians 1:24

But unto them that are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God.Called ... This should not be understood in the narrow and restricted sense, for God has called all people to receive eternal life in Christ, the usage here having reference to people who heed and obey the call.Both Jews and Greeks ... This has the meaning of "all men" of whatever race or nation, time or circumstance. read more

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:22-24

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:22-24

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:22-25

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:24

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:24

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 1 Corinthians 1:24

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 1 Corinthians 1:22-25

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 1 Corinthians 1:24

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 1 Corinthians 1:24

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