The beginning of this passage is talking about how we need to get the fundamental truths about Christ straight (as a foundation) before building on that. There are many beliefs or doctrines in the Bible besides Jesus Christ. Such as communion, the role of elders, baptism, and many others. These beliefs came after understanding Christ and what he has done for us. These beliefs can sadly tear apart churches and families.
The passage then talk about the foolishness of worldly wisdom. Does this mean we shouldn't go to school? Yes it does. Quit school immediatly and become a bum for the rest of your life. No it doesn't mean that. I like what Matthew Henry''s Commentary says on this verse say I'm just going to quote it:
"To have a high opinion of our own wisdom, is but to flatter ourselves; and self-flattery is the next step to self-deceit. The wisdom that worldly men esteem, is foolishness with God. How justly does he despise, and how easily can he baffle and confound it! The thoughts of the wisest men in the world, have vanity, weakness, and folly in them. All this should teach us to be humble, and make us willing to be taught of God, so as not to be led away, by pretences to human wisdom and skill, from the simple truths revealed by Christ. Mankind are very apt to oppose the design of the mercies of God. Observe the spiritual riches of a true believer; "All are yours," even ministers and ordinances. Nay, the world itself is yours."
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