1 Corinthians 1:31

31 That's why we have the saying, "If you're going to blow a horn, blow a trumpet for God."

1 Corinthians 1:31 Meaning and Commentary

1 Corinthians 1:31

That, according as it is written
( Jeremiah 9:23 Jeremiah 9:24 ) .

He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord;
not in his own wisdom, riches, and strength; but in Christ, as his wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption.

1 Corinthians 1:31 In-Context

29 That makes it quite clear that none of you can get by with blowing your own horn before God.

30 Everything that we have - right thinking and right living, a clean slate and a fresh start - comes from God by way of Jesus Christ.

31 That's why we have the saying, "If you're going to blow a horn, blow a trumpet for God."