KJV ORIGINAL
That, according as it is written, He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So like it says in the scriptures, if you're gonna brag about something, brag about what God has done.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When it's time to flex, flex on God's goodness instead of your own achievements.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century AD, the Corinthian church was dealing with divisions and pride, as members boasted about their allegiance to different leaders or human wisdom, which Paul saw as contrary to the gospel. He quotes from Jeremiah 9:24 in the Old Testament to remind them that true boasting should center on God's attributes, emphasizing humility in a culture that valued status and intellect. This reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's sovereignty over human achievements.
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