Sermons on 1 Corinthians 11:1-3:

The Struggle Of Being Married To A Non-Believing Spouse

Contributed by Nikki Shipley on Oct 18, 2000

I. Although King Xerxes did not worship God, God is still in control of his life and his actions.

I. Although King Xerxes did not worship God, God is still in control of his life and his actions. (Prov 21:1 NRSV) The king's heart is a stream of water in the hand of the LORD; he turns it wherever he will. 1. Esther approached the king fearful of what the king could do but aware of what God can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Why We Share Communion

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jun 2, 2002

Message discusses what this practice is about and who is invited to the Lord’s Table, particularly from a Weslyean perspective.

(Thanks to Bob Hostetler for ideas for this message. I’ve added a Methodist twist to the message. Powerpoint and audience outline available). A little girl asked her mother, “Mommy, why do you cut the ends off the meat before you cook it?” The girl’s mother told her that she thought it added ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29, 1 Corinthians 11:1-52

Denomination: Methodist

Irreverence In Worship Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 30, 2005

Worship is all about God, not us! So, as Paul instructs the church concerning worship, he is in reality, instructing the church to be more God centered, and less self centered. To achieve worship that is God centered, we must deal with our own attitude,

IRREVERENCE IN WORSHIP 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 INTRODUCTION: Beginning here and continuing through Chapter 14, Paul deals with issues regarding public worship. This is an important point – what Paul has to say he says in the context of public worship. Simply put, worship is aligning ourselves with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

Who's The Boss?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 17, 2001

A study on roles.

When this old hippie went into the military I had a crash course in discipline and authority. I bucked authority and laughed at discipline from my widowed mother and school officials. I felt there was little they could do and after all it was the sixties. Their tired old mantras and silly rules ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15-16, Genesis 1:16-18, Micah 5:2, 1 Corinthians 11:3, Romans 5:12, Ephesians 5:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Worship - It's All About Him

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 4, 2002

Confusion over issues like what to wear, who should preach or pray, etc, often clouds the issue. Worship is all about Him!

March 3, 2002 Paul is a very old and dear friend of mine; he is also a troublemaker! Before the days of my preaching every chapter, every verse, straight through a Bible book, I used to nimbly avoid the trouble traps Paul laid out. Today I am cornered! If I tell the truth about this passage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Follow My Example Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 29, 2001

First in a series on shepherding/mentoring in the church.

Sermon for 1/14/2001 Mentors 1 Corinthians 11:1 Introduction: A. When the junior high school was having “Hero Day,” students were urged to dress up as their favorite hero. A preacher thought his son would want to put on some football pads, or a baseball uniform. But the boy surprised him by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:15-16, 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Examination

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 7, 2001

This sermon deals with the reality that our lives are a type of examination before God in which we should strive to be passing tests along the way.

The Examination Proverbs 16:1-11 2 Corinthians 13:5-14 Text 1 Corinthians 11:1-27 Each year around this time, Christian parents can begin to rejoice that their children are now going to be more involved in prayer than they were the previous couple of months. Heaven is full of prayers, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ultimate Ride: Transforming Your Life And Family

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Jan 28, 2008

Let me share with you a couple verses that illustrate the power of a ‘Visual’ Testimony, then I want to share with you Five Contagious Characteristics that your children are able to not only witness but will provoke them to good works – cause them to crav

The Ultimate Ride: Transforming Your Life & Family “What is ‘Quality Time’ with Your Family” Three weeks ago, we began a new sermon series entitled: The Ultimate Ride: Transforming Your Life & Family Three weeks ago, we talked about the topic: “Leaving a Legacy” …and I pointed out Four Lies ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Church Order

Contributed by Mike Gillett on Feb 28, 2007

Corinth has been long noted as a church with problems… and one of those problems was disruptions, disruptions during worship.

I read Warren Wiersbe exposition of this passage and some of the comments are from him and Richard Pratt, "Holman New Testament Commentary." I Cor. 11:1-16 "Church Order" He came shuffling in… the service had already begun… almost no one noticed him yet everyone noticed him. He smelled of B.O., ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Incredible Example Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 13, 2007

Paul was able to say, "follow me as I follow Christ". What is there about Paul’s example that we can learn from? Are you able to say that your example will lead others to Jesus?

“Paul’s Incredible Example” Introduction: Mickey Mantle, an almost mythical baseball star who feared he had failed to fulfill career expectations because of alcohol abuse and whose recent years were haunted by self-recrimination, died of cancer. He was 63. The former New York Yankees center ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Imitating Their Faith

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 26, 2007

A saint has been defined as “a man in whom Christ lives.” The real leader of the church preaches and lives in Christ. Men are captivated by Christians who live out what they believe.

Turn Your Bibles to 1 Corinthians 11:1 Title: Imitating Their Faith Theme: Spiritual Lessons / Apostle Paul and St. Patrick Series: St. Patrick’s Sunday Messages Introduction: The writer of the Book of Hebrews has some real sound advice for the children of God, “Remember your leaders, who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is Not A Holiday

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Dec 27, 2007

Some people get excited about Jesus at Christmas or other special occasions, but He is much more than a holiday.

Jesus is Not A Holiday December 27, 2007 (For Better or Worse: I died at church!) 1 Cor. 11:17 (NLT) But now when I mention this next issue, I cannot praise you. For it sounds as if more harm than good is done when you meet together. Do you think it is possible that church can do more harm than ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Proper Worship' 1 Cor. 11 Pt. 11 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 9, 2008

Proper procedures in worship do make a difference so we need to evaluate where our hearts and heads are as we worship the Lord.

“Proper Worship” 1 Corinthians 11 - pt 11 Opening Illustration: This last week I have been watching the Olympics and I have noticed how important proper techniques and proper form is for the Olympic athletes. I saw it the diving, in gymnastics, in swimming and even in track and field. The experts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Value Of Women In The Church

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Sep 15, 2008

Addressing the question of value and roles of women in the church according to a survey of the Biblical record.

THE VALUE OF WOMEN IN THE CHURCH Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008 AM John Dawson, in his book Healing America’s Wounds, asserts: “The wounds inflicted by men and women on each other constitute the fundamental fault line running beneath all other human conflict . . . ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

Proper 'dress' Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 29, 2009

Applying the biblical principles of Christian Liberty to how we ’dress’ - in appearance and attitude.

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE C.) TRAINING ETTIQUETTE (Instructions for Worship) “PROPER DRESS” (1 Cor. 11:2-16) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, May 31, 2009 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Denomination: Baptist