Sermons on 1 Corinthians 1:18-28:

Preserving The Union

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 23, 2020

Paul urged the Corinthian church to preserve their unity in Christ at all costs. We learn from him to work quickly through conflict, appreciate our differences, and know what unites us.

1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Preserving the Union If you ever find a perfect church, join it, and it will no longer be perfect! And if you ever feel bad about the state of your church or the state of the church in America today, just read the Bible book of 1 Corinthians! These folks had lots of problems, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Psalm 133:1, Romans 14:19, Romans 12:18, John 13:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Wisdom And Power Of The Cross

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 25, 2020

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

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:19-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"I Belong”

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 27, 2020

We all belong to God and if so we belong to the cross. All can belong to God.

Corinthians 1:10-18 “I Belong” 1. Paul pleads Belong To Unity “No Divisions Among you” • Paul writes, “10 Now I appeal to you, brothers and sisters,that all of you should be in agreement . • Paul continues to say, “there should be no divisions among you, • He says on the other hand “you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

Denomination: Methodist

We've All Been Caught In The Same Net

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 27, 2020

Human tendency is to look for all the ways we are different. But the church finds its unity only in Christ.

January 26, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson 1 Cor. 1:10-18; Matt. 4:12-23 We’ve All Been Caught in the Same Net Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. If one thing marks our current culture, I think many people would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Gospel, The Power Of God Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 31, 2020

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

Introduction: Our theme for today’s sermon is “the gospel, the power of God”. World leaders, governments and experts in various fields are seeking for ways to deal with the myriad of problems facing the world today. They have not been able to find solutions to hatred, killings and wars that are ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8, 1 Corinthians 1:18-31, Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

But God Has Chosen The Foolish Things ... Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 3, 2020

It's all about glory to God.

In our current world, people in general tend to think to too highly of ourselves and others. This past week I’ve been reading about Kobe Bryant, who died in a tragic helicopter crash last Sunday, near Los Angeles California. Many will miss him and many talked of his greatness. Everything I read, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

On Earth As It Is In Heaven

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 3, 2020

Jesus' beatitudes give us the hope of God's kingdom. At the same time we are called to service in the world.

February 2, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson Micah 6:1-8; 1 Cor. 1:18-31; Mt. 5:1-12 On Earth as It Is in Heaven Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today we hear the beginning words from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Micah 6:1-8, 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Foolishness Of Preaching

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 25, 2018

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

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Failure, The Backdoor To Victory Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 27, 2018

Message 11 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land. This message explores principles leaned from Israel's eventual victory over Ai after a humiliating defeat.

Joshua Series #11 The Amazing Race to Rest & Reward “Failure: the Backdoor to Victory” We have been following the trail of the new generation of Israelites all under 40 except for two old guys, Joshua and Caleb. All the rest died in the 40 year wandering in the wilderness because they failed to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, Psalm 32:9-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Preach The Gospel?

Contributed by John White on Aug 24, 2018

Biblical reasons we are called and compelled ti preach the gospe.

WHY PREACH THE GOSPEL? I Corinthians 1:17-23a “ For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

Jars Of Clay

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Sep 20, 2018

God formed us, shaped us, like a master potter. Do we trust Him? When He directs our path, do we make excuses why we can’t do it, or do we walk boldly along that path in faith? God didn’t create you to be the centerpiece on a display shelf… He created you as a clay pot to be useful for His kingdom!

*** NOTE - Both a brief Children's Sermon and a full Adult sermon are included *** CHILDREN’S SERMON [Bring 2 empty glass jars] Take a look at these two jars… they’re just plain jars. What’s inside? Nothing… they’re empty inside. What are they made of? Glass… What would happen if I dropped ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:5, Judges 6:14-15, Exodus 4:10-13, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, Isaiah 64:8, Philippians 3:8-9, Matthew 13:44-46, 2 Corinthians 12:9, 2 Corinthians 4:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

"We Preach Christ Crucified” 1cori 1: 23 Series

Contributed by Nelson Thomas on Sep 2, 2020

Today everything is business – one main marketing strategy – give what the customer wants – fulfill his needs and aspirations

“We preach Christ Crucified” 1Cori 1: 23 Introduction: Today everything is business – one main marketing strategy – give what the customer wants – fulfill his needs and aspirations. Satisfy the customer. Thus business men change products. But Gospel preaching is unique, same, never changes, no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23

Denomination: Brethren

Where Is The Way Of Wisdom?

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Sep 8, 2020

In the midst of his sufferings when Job couldn’t make sense of what was going on in his life with his finite wisdom that he ponders over the question of where man can find true wisdom. The true search of wisdom can only find an end in Christ Jesus.

Job 28:28 - And to man He said, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, And to depart from evil is understanding.’ Job 28 is the passage of the scripture that answers the most important questions of life. The question that the author is trying to answer in this chapter is: Where can wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36, Job 28:28, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Romans 7:19, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, Psalm 33:8, Psalm 34:11-14, 2 Corinthians 2:14, Deuteronomy 10:12, Proverbs 9:10, Psalm 111:10, 1 Corinthians 1:21-25, Proverbs 8:11, Job 28:12, Luke 12:16-21, Proverbs 8:22, Colossians 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Characteristics Of The Wisdom Of God 1corinthians 1:21 Series

Contributed by Nelson Thomas on Sep 19, 2020

More than anything else, Paul understood the reason for disunity in Corinth is their love for human wisdom. So explains what is human wisdom as well as the wisdom of God.

Characteristics of the wisdom of God 1Corinthians 1:21 1Co 1:21 For since, in the wisdom of God, the world through wisdom did not know God, it pleased God through the foolishness of the message preached to save those who believe. 1Co 1:23, 24 but we preach Christ crucified, to the Jews a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21

Denomination: Brethren

Weak Base And Foolish Revivalists

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 16, 2020

Are you focusing your ministry on the many or on the few. Are you looking to impact the world or fill a pew?

1 Cor 1:26 For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called: 27 But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-29, 1 Peter 4:17-18

Denomination: Baptist