Sermons on 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:2:

"The Foolishness Of Men” Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #5. The inability to accept Calvary is the biggest mistake mankind can ever make.

I. Introduction A. The foolishness of God -Last time we looked at man’s view of the message of the cross -To those who trust in mankind’s wisdom it is foolishness. -1 Corinthians 1:18 – “For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21-31

Christ Crucified Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #6. How one proclaims the gospel is not as important as that one proclaims the gospel.

I. Introduction A. The weaknesses in the church at Corinth -There can be no doubt that the church in the city of Corinth had issues. -They were quite the dysfunctional church. -Paul spent the first chapter laying a foundation for all that he is going to say. 1. All we have and all we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-9

Wisdom And Knowledge Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Aug 28, 2021

We often get confused thinking Knowledge and Wisdom are same. No they are not. We need wisdom and we need to understand what this wisdom really is all about.

1) LACK OF KNOWLEDGE IS DANGEROUS: Hosea 4:6 my people are destroyed from lack of knowledge (Wisdom). - God's people must have wisdom and knowledge. It is His desire for us to be wise, a lack of wisdom will result in a chaotic lifestyle. 2) FEAR OF THE LORD IS THE BEGINNING OF ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6, Proverbs 1:7, James 1:5, Ephesians 5:15, 1 Corinthians 1:30  (view more)  (view less)

"receiving The Mind Of Christ"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 31, 2021

A sermon about trusting in the love of God during times such as these.

“Receiving the Mind of Christ” 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 Ever since The World Health Organization declared Covid-19 to be a pandemic back on March 11, 2020 things have not been the same. Sure, there was a short respite at the beginning of the summer, once the vaccines arrived and the case-loads ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Iron, That Floats—even Swims.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 7, 2021

Again ax-heads don't float. Or do they? Maybe it’s time to pray a ridiculous prayer! The Bible say’s, “The iron did swim!” This ranks as one of my favorite miracles in the scripture for a couple reasons. First, this isn't a life or death situation. It's just a borrowed ax head.

Iron, That Floats—Even Swims. 2 Kings 6:1-7NLT Whenever I counsel people who are wrestling with the will of God. I remind them of a simple truth: “God wants you to get where God wants you to go, more than you want to get where God wants you to go.” I’ll read it once more—it should relieve you from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Letter Of Concern- Scandalous Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 26, 2021

This is the 71st sermon in the series "Action". This is the 2nd sermon from 1 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#71] A LETTER OF CONCERN- SCANDALOUS 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Introduction: We live in a time of scandals. Politics seem to be 1 scandal after another. COVID-19 seems to have many scandalous things going on. With that in mind, I want to show you this morning that for many, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Concern- Each One Reach One Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 3, 2021

This is the 72nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 3rd sermon from 1 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#72] A LETTER OF CONCERN- EACH ONE REACH ONE 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 Introduction: Many years ago, the Southern Baptist Convention had an outreach campaign called “Each One Reach One”. It is as simple as it sounds. Each Christian here today, (whether in person or online) needs to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Endure For The Gospel

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 27, 2022

Using Jeremiah's struggle "not to quit" during a period of frustration, persecution, and exhaustion, we can learn to stand firm in adversity and allow God to empower us to keep living out and proclaiming the Gospel.

WHEN IT COMES TO OUR FAITH AND ESPECIALLY MINISTERING IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST, IT STILL CAN MAKE US CRINGE, IF NOT BRISTLE INSIDE, WHEN WE HEAR OTHERS DEMAND THAT WE BE MORE TOLERANT, SENSITIVE, PROGRESSIVE AND INCLUSIVE. THE WORLD IS NO DIFFERENT TODAY THAN IT HAS BEEN FOR PAST SOCIETIES, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-9, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 1 Corinthians 4:10-13, Matthew 5:11-12, 2 Chronicles 20:15-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Experiencing The Miracle Of Transformation

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 7, 2022

In changing the water into wine, Jesus demonstrated his authority over all things down to the smallest molecule. This was a miracle for transformation designed to convince the disciples of who he was. Water doesn’t change its molecular makeup without the authority of the Creator.

Subject: "Experiencing the Miracle of Transformation" Text: John 2:1-11 The next day there was a wedding celebration in the village of Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, 2 and Jesus and his disciples were also invited to the celebration. 3 The wine supply ran out during the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 1:1-3, 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Denomination: Methodist

"many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 8, 2022

God chooses weak and inexperienced individuals to confound the wise and accomplish great things on earth. If you feel you have a calling on your life, rejoice that God has chosen you for a particular purpose to showcase his strength and power through you to others.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Corinthians 1:28-29) "God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before him." (1 Peter ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31, John 15:16, Galatians 5:21, Daniel 5:10-12, Daniel 5:29, Philippians 3:14, Matthew 25:21, Romans 8:28, 1 Corinthians 1:28-29, 1 John 2:27, 2 Peter 1:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"redigging The Wells/God's Proven Method For Revival."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 11, 2022

This message unveils the divine strategy for igniting a spiritual revival within the church. Explore biblical teachings that will empower your faith and instill hope as you seek a profound spiritual awakening revival in your soul.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES (2 Chronicles 7:14) "[13] If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; [14] If my people, which are called by my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:7-8, Ephesians 2:5-6, Psalm 113:6, Matthew 26:30, 1 Corinthians 1:27-28, Matthew 5:16, Matthew 16:18, Psalm 72:12-13, Mark 10:28-30, 2 Chronicles 7:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is The Gospel Pc?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 26, 2021

Too often we make the gospel into something it is not because we are uncon=mfortable with others' reactions.

1. A preacher was once approached by a troubled church member who wanted to air his concerns about the direction the church was going. When it was the preacher’s turn to speak he began quoting scripture the member replied, "If you’re going to start using the Bible we’re done talking. You study ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-42, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3rd Sunday In Lent, Year B. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 1, 2021

MARCH 3rd, 2024.

Exodus 20:1-17, Psalm 19:1-14, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, John 2:13-22. (A) THE TEN COMMANDMENTS. Exodus 20:1-17. The first thing that we notice about the Ten Commandments is that they are the words of God (Exodus 20:1). Secondly we notice that the LORD is the God who has redeemed us (Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17, Psalm 19:1-14, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, John 2:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wisdom Versus Foolishness

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021

This sermon is about man's foolishness versus God's wisdom and the cross. Later into the sermon this question "Whose fool are you?' is asked several times.

WISDOM VERSUS FOOLISHNESS Text: I Corinthians 1:18 – 25   For the message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.  (19)  For it is written, "I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the discernment ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Foolishness And Wisdom.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Mar 6, 2021

Dealing with foolishness and wisdom.

Sermon Title: Believing – What is it? Scripture Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 (NLT) 1 Kings 12 - Tell the story: -Solomon had died -Son, Rehoboam, inherited the Kingdom -The people came and ask him to ease up on all the taxes and forced labor. -Rehoboam called the older advisor that were with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible