The central theme of the sermon focused on how God’s wisdom can be perceived as counterintuitive, much like circus clowns who turn wisdom upside down, bringing laughter and a fresh perspective. Rev. Wayne Laurie delved into the idea that the Church is a display of God’s wisdom to the unseen heavenly realms and the world. He challenged the notion of the Church being an imperfect vessel by reminding us of Paul’s message that God uses the weak and foolish to shame the strong and wise.
The word “manifold” was explored, drawing parallels to the various colors in a painting or tapestry, symbolizing the complexity of God’s wisdom. The sermon encouraged us to see the Church as a place where God’s wisdom is made manifest in unexpected ways.
The sermon also touched on the clown ministry as a means of revealing God’s purpose in surprising new ways, emphasizing the importance of laughter and a child-like perspective of wonder.