Sermons about 1 Corinthians 7:21

Marriage Matters

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

based on 187 ratings

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What does God say about marriage?

The pastor was visiting the fourth-grade Sunday School class to talk about marriage as part of the lesson. He asked the class, "What does God say about marriage?" Immediately one boy replied, "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do." Well, friends, that is not exactly a proper ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word About Sex, Divorce, & Singleness Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Mar 7, 2003

based on 27 ratings

| 7,150 views

The purpose of this sermon is to teach God’s Word about these areas and inspire obedience to it.

1 Corinthians God’s Word About Sex, Divorce, & Singleness 1 Corinthians 7 March 9, 2003 Intro: A. [Citation: Ben Merold, Pastor of Harvester Christian Church, in St. Charles, MO.} Ben Merold, Pastor of Harvester Christian Church in St. Louis, Mo., tells of two Christians, a man and a woman, who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Radical Should You Get?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 10, 2003

based on 28 ratings

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When we first come to Christ we are tempted to make radical changes to our lives in order to prove our devotion to God. But there are some dangers there - and Paul addresses these in answer to a perplexing question.

There was a saying when I first became a believer in Jesus Christ. It was a way of characterizing your devotion to the Lord – you’d say “I’m radically saved.” We meant that we had given all of ourselves to Him, and it was a good thing. But some people took the radical part to extremes. There were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What About Divorce And Remarriage?

Contributed by Chris Smith on Jun 17, 2003

based on 120 ratings

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A thorough Outline on the New Testament teaching concerning divorce and remarriage, and the responsibilities of divorcees and the church.

Christian Principles Governing Divorce and Remarriage I. Divorce and remarriage and the New Testament A. What did Jesus say? ( Matthew 5:31-32, Matthew 19:1-12, Mark 10:2-12, Luke 16:18) B. What did Paul say? (Romans 7:1-4, I Corinthians 7:10-28) C. Principles directly learned from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-12, 1 Corinthians 7:10-28

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage And Singleness - 2 Gifts From God Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jun 24, 2003

based on 71 ratings

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Marriage or singleness, celibacy or asceticism. The issue, whatever state we happen to be in, is this: "unhindered devotion to the Lord." Married or single, this is what matters: is your mind set on the things of the Lord? Are your energies directed to se

You can almost imagine Paul, sitting at his desk, with the letter that the Corinthians have sent him in his hand, as he dictates his reply. He’s been through the introductory remarks and now he comes to the questions they’ve put to him. And again we discover just how contemporary some of their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Anglican

Home Alone Series

Contributed by Michael Hensley on May 19, 2003

based on 71 ratings

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A message to Singles about being a Single Christian. Also speaks to the rest of the church about respecting these vital members.

May 18, 2003 The teaching ministry of Rev. Mike Hensley, First Baptist Church, Raton, NM Ben Young, whose various singles ministries at Second Baptist of Houston typically draw 7,000 people, says that the greatest challenge he faces as a singles pastor is twofold: Helping prepare people who will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:7-35

Denomination: Baptist

Divorce And Remarriage Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 2, 2004

based on 67 ratings

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God’s plan is for lifelong marriage. God permits divorce in certain limited circumstances. Divorce is not the unforgivable sin.

Clarity or Confusion? 5. Divorce and Remarriage Feb. 21/22, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: Although divorce is never God’s hope for marriages, it is permissible in limited circumstances and remarriage is allowed – in fact encouraged in some cases. OBJECTIVES: o People will understand the full ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-39, Matthew 9:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Lose Your Assignment Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 31, 2004

based on 27 ratings

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We are to live content in our calling.

DON’T LOSE YOUR ASSIGNMENT! I Corinthians 7:17-24 S: God’s Call C: Being content in God’s Call Th: Live the Difference Pr: We are live contented in our calling. ?: Where? KW: Circumstances TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 7:17-24 three circumstances in which we are to find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Discontentment

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Sep 8, 2003

based on 50 ratings

| 17,626 views

Be a Christian where you are right now.

Overcoming Discontentment I Corinthians 7:17-35 Ever since the beginning of creation, when the first creatures came from the hand of God, there has always been someone, somewhere, unhappy with his position in the universe. It all started with an angel named Lucifer, the brightest star of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Divorce

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 25, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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In the previous passage it has been clear that the instructions were for cases where both the husband and wife were Christians. Now the apostle speaks of the situation where, after marriage one spouse becomes saved and the other is not. The question is as

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Howard Hendricks was speaking at a conference in Dallas, and asked the question of the audience of 2000, “Do you know someone who is perfect?” He was about to go on, when he noticed a lone hand raised in the back of the auditorium. Hendricks asked, “Are you perfect, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-24

Denomination: Baptist

11. Living With A Sense Of Urgency Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Apr 6, 2006

based on 15 ratings

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All Christians should live their lives with a sense of urgency for the Kingdom, living as free from worldly distractions as possible in order to serve God more effectively.

APPLICATION: Single? Use your energies to further God’s aims in the world. Married? Remember God’s Kingdom is your first priority. Do not get attached to material things. Use them for the Kingdom. INTRO: Men are notorious for being distracted. Most of us could qualify for having ADD — Attention ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Single And Living Strong

Contributed by Brad Rigney on May 28, 2006

based on 44 ratings

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This sermon looks at being Single and how those who are single can find contentment through Christ.

Single and Living Strong Message 1Cor. 7 Intro.: A. What is one of the largest segments in our society today? It’s not a particular ethnic group – it is not a socio-economic group – it’s not any particular occupational group… It is Single Adults! Statistics show that 43% of the adult ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-38

Denomination: Adventist

"Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death"

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 1, 2007

based on 10 ratings

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This sermon is designed to challenge Christians to use their freedom to advance the Kingdom of God. With our freedom we are given greater responsibility to share God’s message.

Subject: Freedom Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7.21 Sermon: “Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death” Scope: This sermon is designed to challenge Christians to use their freedom to advance the Kingdom of God. Summary: With our freedom we are given greater responsibility to share God’s message. Segue: I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:21

Denomination: Baptist

Being Content As A Status Quo Christian Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 5, 2005

based on 7 ratings

| 5,009 views

This message, though, not part of the mini-series on marriage builds from a principle revealed in that series - "We do not know what God is going to do". Hence, we need to look at where we are as an opportunity, not a stepping stone

Being Content as a Status Quo Christian 1 Corinthians 7:17-24 1 Corinthians 7:16-24 (NIV) 1Co 16 How do you know, wife, whether you will save your husband? Or, how do you know, husband, whether you will save your wife? 17 Nevertheless, each one should retain the place in life that the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

How Far Do You Have To Go To Be Used By God?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 29, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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This message looks at the calling God has placed on the lives of all Christians and how He wants us to use us right where we are.

- This passage is structured like a Big Mac: vv. 17, 20, 24 as the bread (pointing out that we are to remain in the situation where we were called) and vv. 18-19 and 21-23 as the meat (giving two illustrations of that). Three Questions On Being Used By God: 1. How many Christians are called? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

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