Sermons on 1 Corinthians 1:17-2:16:

The Greatest Hindrance To Vision - Division

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 29, 2005

How to have unity in the local church.

No matter how much a local church has going for it, division can negate it’s vision. The word division is constructed of the word vision with the prefix "di", which means, "double". Double vision can be dangerous. If you are seeing two of everything you need to make a trip to the eye doctor. If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: Living In Their World Series

Contributed by Jorge Acevedo on Jan 8, 2006

In this message, pastor Jorge compares essential elements of the Narnia story as they relate to our lives today.

December 12, 2005 Lakecrest Community Baptist Church Pastor Jorge L. Acevedo Series: Narnia Explored “Living In Their World” We begin today with a new series of messages called “Narnia Explored.” Of course, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe opened in theaters Friday. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of Weakness Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 18, 2004

It can be so difficult to handle our personal weaknesses, but know that God is using them for His glory.

Out of Weakness Purpose Driven Life #35 Cornwall/Montreal May 8, 2004 When children come to Jesus they come knowing they are not particularly strong. This is to their advantage, and this is what Jesus knew when He brought them forward to bless them. Matt.19.13-15- Jesus saw something that others ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:27, Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Us Be United In Christ Jesus

Contributed by Martyn Baxter on Oct 20, 2008

Unity in the church, No Christianity without the cross!

In our reading of 1 Corinthians Ch 1 we read of the Apostle Paul writing to the Church at Corinth, in difficult times and in difficult circumstances. The passage is about the divisions caused by certain individuals within the Church. So Paul again seeks to set forth the message of a Crucified and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31

Denomination: Methodist

Did Jesus Have To Die?

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 20, 2008

Was the cross and all of its barbarism necessary or was there another way? It calls us to decide whether Jesus wa Liar, Lunatic or Lord.

Did Jesus Have To Die? (The offense of the cross) 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Did Jesus have to suffer and die?" To say that it was necessary causes Christians no problem at all. In fact, the story of the cross, or forgiveness of sins, of paying our ransom, or the just dying for the unjust... THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

"Be United Not Divided" 1 Cor. Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 20, 2008

We need to united in Christ not divided in Christ! The church was formed by Christ to serve one another and not to focus on ourselves. The church is not about me but about the message of Jesus and about service to the Kingdom of God!

“Be united not divided!” Thesis: We need to united in Christ not divided in Christ! The church was formed by Christ to serve one another and not to focus on ourselves. The church is not about me but about the message of Jesus and about service to the Kingdom of God! Introduction to the book of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Preach Christ Crucified

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on May 27, 2008

The battle-cry of the early church.

1. PLURALITY "We". Notice that Paul didn’t say "I preach Christ crucified" but "We preach Christ crucified". He wasn’t the only one who preached the gospel. There were other faithful men like Silas, Luke, Timothy, Barnabas and Mark. Thank God for the many who are still preaching the true gospel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23

The Cross: Our Status Symbol

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

Do you believe that the message of the Cross is the true answer to mankind’s greatest need?

Cornerstone Church November 5, 2006 THE CROSS – OUR STATUS SYMBOL 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 “There is a moving story of Steinberg and a gypsy girl. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Living Life In The Spirit

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Nov 22, 2004

Steps to live a life in the spirit with evident fruit.

*1 Cor. 1:21-29 ?it pleased God through the foolishness of the message preached to save those who believe. 22 For Jews request a sign, and Greeks seek after wisdom; 23 but we preach Christ crucified, to the Jews a stumbling block and to the Greeks foolishness, 24 but to those who are called, both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"We Are Not A Christian Nation" Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 12, 2009

Should the church dissolve since our president has declared that we are not a Christian nation? The numbers of people claiming to be Christians has dropped dramatically. The question is, is the cross still relevant in this post-Christian world?

President Barak Obama visited Turkey this week. In a press conference he stated “we do not consider ourselves a Christian nation.” Newsweek reporter Jon Meacham wrote the cover story for his magazine entitled “The Decline and Fall of Christian America.” The 2009 American Religious Identification ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Views Of The Cross-Greek Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 15, 2009

The cross is not easy for everyone to accept. It is foolishness to the Greeks and a stumbling block to the Jews.

Crucifixion in the Greek Mind March 2, 2008 Views of the Cross: Greek What an idiot. We all do stupid things. How many times have you done something in your life that makes the people around you say: what an idiot? I want you to think of something stupid that you have done. As far as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-23

Denomination: *other

Views Of The Cross-Jews Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 15, 2009

The cross is a stumbling block to the Jews.

Crucifixion in the Jewish Mind March 2, 2008 Views of the Cross: Jewish Understanding the Cross is vital to understanding Christ. Understanding Christ is vital to following Him. Following Him is vital to the life of a Christian. Basically if you truly want to be a Christian…you have to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-23

Denomination: *other

We Preach Christ Crucified

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 17, 2009

Lent 4(C) - We preach Christ crucified. This message is not foolishness nor weakness. This message is God’s divine wisdom and strength!

“WE PREACH CHRIST CRUCIFIED” (Outline) March 22, 2009 -- LENT 4 -- 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 INTRO: Being smart does not necessarily make one wise. Wisdom and being intelligent (smart) are very often quite different. Even more different is being wise in this world compared to being wise in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

I Have Some Questions, Part Three Series

Contributed by Greg Surratt on Apr 17, 2009

This is Part Three of a six-part series where Pastor Surratt answers "God questions" collected from the congregation. This third message answers questions about Heaven, the Second Coming of Christ, views on the end-times, and others.

We’re in a series that we’re calling "Questions That I Have," questions that I have for God or about God. Boy, do you guys have questions. I’m telling ya. I’ve asked you to e mail me at pastorgreg@seacoast.org, and so far, I have over 1,000 e mails just about that, and nearly 1,000 text ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

12 Ordinary Men - Introduction Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 5, 2012

This a Bible study done from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur. Awesome study and book.

Note: This is a study from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur an excellent book. Well worth reading. There is also an outline from Adult Bible Fellowships of First Baptist Church Orion. This is not original but worth posting for study. Twelve Ordinary Men Introduction to a Study of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Denomination: Church Of God