Way to go, Einstein!

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In this thought-provoking message, Pastor Shawn challenges the worldly definition of wisdom with Paul’s radical contrast between self-reliance and Gospel truth. Drawing from 1 Corinthians, he exposes how the world exalts intelligence, self-help, and independence—what Paul calls the "wisdom of the wise." But God flips the script. The cross seems foolish to the world, yet it’s actually the very power and wisdom of God. While society tells us to "believe in ourselves," Jesus calls us to deny ourselves. Pastor Shawn reminds us that the true message of the cross isn’t self-improvement but self-death and resurrection life in Christ.

God doesn’t operate on the world’s value system. He chooses the weak, the foolish, and the humble—not the powerful, polished, or proud. This is the heart of the Gospel: Jesus didn’t come to celebrate our strength but to rescue us from it. As Pastor Shawn walks through Galatians 2:20, James 4:6, and Romans 5:2, he explains that everything we need—wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption—is found in Christ alone. When we’re united with Him, we’re given grace upon grace, not because we earned it, but because He loves to give it to the humble and trusting.

The message ends with a memorable metaphor of a church whose fading gospel mirrored ivy growing over the words “We Preach Christ Crucified,” eventually leaving only “We.” Pastor Shawn warns us not to fall into that same drift—replacing Christ with religious fluff or social comfort. Instead, OneTwo Church is committed to preaching Christ crucified, boldly and clearly, through the lens of grace. If you're still trusting in yourself today, Pastor Shawn has one word for you: “Way to go, Einstein…” But if you're ready to see life through grace glasses, Jesus offers everything you need—Himself.

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