Divisive and contentious Church members are ignorant of two truths which give believers the proper perspective we must all have to be loving and humble . . . which are indispensable requirements for unity.

Let’s look at these two truths.

1A.  TRUTH #1. MAN IS DESTITUTE OF MERIT

1B.  First, Paul shows us what God has chosen in choosing us (1.26-28)

2B.  Now, let’s see why God has chosen us (1.29)

2A.  TRUTH #2. GOD IS DESERVING OF GLORY

Paul gives us two reasons why God deserves all the glory.

1B.  God deserves glory for what He has performed (1.30)

2B.  God also deserves glory for what He has purposed (1.31)