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  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    The Comfortable Cross

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on May 5, 2012
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     | 7,653 views

    This message focuses on the Cross of Christ and the fact that Jesus calls each of us to carry our own cross daily. (1 Cor. 1:18-27, 2 Cor. 12:9-10

    The Comfortable Cross 1 Corinthians 1:18-27, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 CHCC: April 29, 2012 INTRODUCTION: (sit in chair acting like you're asleep – then “wake” up) I guess I got too comfortable! Today we’re talking about The Comfortable Cross. (Show the cross shaped ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Foolish Or Not?

    Contributed by John Bergh on Apr 22, 2011
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    The Gospel seems foolish to non-believers but it turns out to be very wise.

    Jan. 30, 2011 1 Cor. 1:18-31 C & Z “Foolish or Not?” I think that memories are great things. I was reading this week about a pastor named Wayne Major who was remembering a stunt they pulled when they were in high school. One of the two guys would get into the back of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    The Message Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 21, 2010
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    Exposition of 1 Cor 1:18-25 regarding the foolishness of the gospel in the eyes of the world

    Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, Title: The Message of the Cross, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/11/10, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: Paul begins to deal with the greatest solution to the problem of division in this text – the gospel of Christ. Recount context: division in the church over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The World Views A Failure Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Mar 2, 2016
     | 5,999 views

    The Cross, God's Plan, Wisdom, Faith

    4 Views from the Cross – The World Views a Failure 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 (p. 793) March 6, 2016 Introduction: Suppose I showed up one day from a foreign country and said I’ve got an amazing story I want to share with you... A Peruvian peasant by the name of Carlos was put to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Richards avatar

    The Foolishness Of Life Without God Series

    Contributed by Tim Richards on Aug 8, 2014
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    The messages focuses on what we are called to be as God's church.

    Introduction: 1. Russell Christoff is not a familiar name. He was an unknown actor and model whose only success in the modeling industry was his image years ago on cans of Taster’s Choice instant coffee. He was the guy smelling the aroma. If you’re old enough you probably remember the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Call To Boast?

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 8, 2016
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     | 8,437 views

    Consider your calling. Glory in nothing but the Cross!

    A CALL TO BOAST? 1 Corinthians 1:18-31. The Apostle Paul has established that the preaching of the cross was considered foolishness by this world’s wisdom (1 Corinthians 1:18). Yet God has rendered foolish the wisdom of this world by the ‘foolishness’ of preaching (1 Corinthians 1:20). ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Christ Crucified Is God's Power!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 22, 2016
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    Why did that accident happen? If God is so good why didn't He step in & keep it from happening? God has the power to do it, doesn't He? If He has the power, then why didn't He? Does God really care about us?

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 A. I thank God for this congregation for what you mean to me & for the privilege I have of serving here. I hope that you realize what a special blessing we have to be with each other, & to worship the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Cross Is A Foolish Message Series

    Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022
     | 2,233 views

    In this series we will be exploring aspects of what the Cross of Christ means for us. Both the blessings and the curses.

    WELCOME & INTRODUCTION - We are beginning a new series on the Cross of Christ this morning. FOOLISH CROOKS Donald Murray’s fifteen minutes of fame began December 2019 when he showed up on an episode of the TV show Live PD. As cops pulled him over for driving without headlights, he crashed into ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Message 1 - 1thessalonians Chapter 1 - A Church You’d Like To Belong To Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 27, 2022
     | 1,925 views

    Paul had such a refreshing memory of the Thessalonians and they were dear to his heart. In part, Paul recounts his time among them, and their wonderful testimony and their waiting for the Lord. There are 2 separate messages for Chapter 1.

    MESSAGE 1 - 1THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 1 - A CHURCH YOU’D LIKE TO BELONG TO {{1Thessalonians 1:1 “Paul and Silvanus and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace.”}} INTRODUCTION The opening verse of 1Thessalonians is so typical ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    At The Foot Of The Cross

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 3, 2019
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    WHAT I FOUND AT THE CROSS

    FOOT OF THE CROSS ILLUS: AT THE CROSS Many years ago, I got a job at a paper mill. There was an older man working there who was a very dedicate Christian. My first few weeks there they had me working with him, He was the greatest guy I’d ever known. He ask me if I was a Christian I replied ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    The Foolishness Of Preaching

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 25, 2018
     | 8,764 views

    Some things are hard to hear within the volume of God’s word. Some things are hard to understand and comprehend. Something may even sound foolish to folks but I assure that is not the case.

    The Foolishness of Preaching 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 Message: The idea of preaching as a method to reach people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ is viewed by many in our day and time as foolishness. Strangely this was the very same attitude of the people who heard St. Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Introduction To 1st Corinthians Chapter 1 Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 17, 2018
     | 7,671 views

    Paul had been brought up in Jewish learning; but the plain preaching of a crucified Jesus, was more powerful than all the oratory and philosophy of the heathen world. This is the sum and substance of the gospel. Christ crucified is the foundation of. . .

    JULY 15, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Introduction to 1st Corinthians Chapter 1 A SALUTATION AND THANKSGIVING. 1:1-9 All Christians experience the new birth and by baptism are dedicated and devoted to Christ, and are under strict obligations to be holy. But in the true ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding God’s Purpose

    Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 2, 2018
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     | 38,892 views

    “For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” (1Co 1:18)

    Introduction: Our theme for today’s sermon is “understanding God’s purpose”. There is always a purpose behind everything that is invented or created. There is a purpose for inventing electricity. There is a purpose for inventing the printing press and there is a purpose for creating the mobile ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Howard Gunter avatar

    The Value Or Worth Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 6, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,918 views

    The gospel is rejected by some as foolish. To true believers it is a gold standard.

    Midweek Message/Devotion March 7, 2018 Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 The Value or Worth of the Gospel What is the value or worth of the gospel? Why is there so much variation and augmentation to God’s Word? Dr. Kenneth Chafin, in his commentary, says, “In this brief passage, The Apostle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    The Wisdom And Power Of The Cross

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 25, 2020
     | 4,929 views

    Has the church today gone off message?

    The Wisdom and Power of the Cross 1 Corinthians 1:19-31 We see crosses portrayed on many coats-of-arms which serve as a badge of power. Royal families have crosses. But this was not always the case. In Jesus’ time, wearing a cross would have been utterly shocking. Crucifixion was so horrible that ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible