What did Paul say he would not use when he came to the Corinthians?
Paul said he would not come to the Corinthians with smooth talk or the big long words of the philosophers. He came instead with the power of God, preaching the simple gospel of Christ, not relying on fast talking or human language to bring people out of paganism.
Les explains that Corinth was near Athens, so the Corinthians were accustomed to hearing philosophers with smooth talk and big words, which still impresses people. Paul declared he would not use that kind of language, but would come with power—the wisdom and power of God. Les points out that it was not Paul's fast talking or language that brought people out of paganism, but the power of God when he preached the simple gospel of Christ, and the Holy Spirit helped them understand that they were sinners for whom Christ died and rose from the dead. He also notes that the kingdom of God is not in word but in power.