“So that no human being might boast in the presence of God. And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption, so that, as it is written, ‘Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.’”
God often chooses someone who is average or below average and accomplishes extraordinary things through him. God does this to display His marvelous power and to keep the person from boasting. If the person knows that he is insignificant, when God accomplishes amazing things through him, he is not as prone to claim the credit for himself. But when someone is well above average, he might find it easier to take the credit for the wonderful things that God does through him. Therefore, God usually chooses the lesser man (by worldly standards) to display His power and wisdom.
This fact should keep both the regular and the gifted person from boasting. It should lead me to glory in what Christ can do. I get to play a part in it, but I am not responsible for it. And if God chooses to use me, it is not because I am worthy. It is God’s work and God’s power, and He can display His wonders in whomever He chooses. I must boast in Him.
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