Sermons on 1 Corintios 1:24:

Grant Me Wisdom Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 7, 2022

God, grant me the wisdom to know the difference … and, as we shall see, therein lies the problem. I don’t know about you, but I usually don’t know the difference and I usually do the most harm to myself and to others when I think that I do.

[This is the third sermon on Reinhold Niebuhr's "The Serenity Prayer," asking God to grant us the wisdom to know what to accept and what to change. This was also preached on Communion Sunday, hence the lead up to Communion at the end.] Wisdom. What is wisdom? Well, let’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17, Acts 9:1-9, Romans 7:15-19, Philippians 3:5-6, Isaiah 29:13-14, Acts 26:9-11, John 9:30-33, 1 Corinthians 1:20-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Foolish Stumbling Or Wisdom From God? Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 14, 2023

The second in a series on First Corinthians.

Corinthians Series (Part Two) Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING We are going to continue on with our series in 1st Corinthians today. If you remember from last time, we looked at Paul’s introduction to the letter, and we looked a little bit at the historical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"the Foolishness Of The Cross"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 24, 2023

The Cross appears as foolishness until it transforms your life.

“The Foolishness of the Cross” 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 There is a story about a wealthy early colonial man who asked the rector of the church if it was possible to find salvation outside of the Church of England. The rector wrestled with how to answer the question because he knew it was within ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Win By Losing (January 29, 2023 Version)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jan 28, 2023

Just think, the cross was a place of execution. It was therefore considered a place of defeat---the final word for the executed and a warning from those who did the executing.

WIN BY LOSING Text: I Corinthians 1:18 -25 1 Corinthians 1:18-31  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 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Fool For Christ

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Nov 13, 2021

Examining what is foolish to Christians and the world

Preached: 7 March 2021 Readings: Exodus 20v1-17;1 Corinthians 1v18-25 Foolishness We all do foolish things sometimes, locking ourselves out of the house, getting scammed by poorly written email, loosing our wallet or purse, forgetting to take change to pay for parking. They’re annoying, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

Simeon Sees Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 27, 2021

This Christmas, don’t just see a cute little baby in a cute little manger. Look to Jesus and see a sacrifice, a savior, and a stone to stand on.

Simeon Sees (Luke 2:22-35) Christmas is a time of surprises. There was a lady who was preparing her Christmas cookies. There was a knock at the door. She went to find a man, his clothes poor, obviously looking for some Christmas odd jobs. He asked her if there was anything he could do. She said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35, 1 Corinthians 1:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Embracing Wisdom Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 24, 2023

What is the difference between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom?

Sermon series Campfire Talks #1 Embracing Wisdom 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Proverbs 8 Good morning- Today we start anew series I am calling Campfire Talks! Remember those times maybe as a kid that you sat around the campfire you had some great times talking about all kinds of things…some important ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Know God, Great Wisdom Series

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Sep 26, 2023

Knowledge and experience are wisdom. But no book can give Godly wisdom. Offering your body to God is wisdom. God perfects that which is His. When we know God, this is great wisdom

There are very clever people in this world. Some people have spent many hours studying to get degrees and other qualifications. We can read books and listen to lectures and speeches on various topics. It is possible to read manuals on how to fly an airline carrier. However, no matter how much you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:7-11, Luke 6:46-49, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

The Power Of The Cross 1 Corinthians 1:18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 18, 2024

1 Corinthians 1:18 unveils the profound significance of the cross of Christ in the life of every believer.

The Power of the Cross 1 Corinthians 1:18 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of the cross, as revealed in 1 Corinthians 1:18. This passage unveils the profound significance of the cross of Christ in the life of every believer. Let us explore this truth together and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18, 1 Corinthians 1:23, 1 Corinthians 1:24, Romans 1:16, Galatians 6:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Righteous One Who Brought Life Series

Contributed by Sylvan Finger on Aug 12, 2025

Theme: How does the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection “destroy the wisdom of the wise” and bring comfort to their heart and mind?

P: "Christ is risen! C: He is risen indeed! Alleluia!" P: In the path of righteousness is life, C: and in its pathway there is no death. (Proverbs 12:28) Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Who here is righteous? What does righteous mean to you? If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31, Proverbs 12:28, Proverbs 8:32-36, Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Go! And Listen For His Voice - Proverbs 8:34 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 18, 2025

When was the last time you truly stopped, stilled your heart, and listened—not to the clamour of the world, not to the endless stream of social media notifications, not even to the opinions of friends—but to the voice of God?

Go! And Listen for His Voice - Proverbs 8:34 Introduction: Grabbing Attention Let me begin with a question: When was the last time you truly stopped, stilled your heart, and listened—not to the clamour of the world, not to the endless stream of social media notifications, not even to the opinions ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:34, John 10:27, Psalm 46:10, Hebrews 3:15, Revelation 3:20, Deuteronomy 6:4, 1 Corinthians 1:24, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Walk In Godly Wisdom - James 3:13–18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2025

So much of what comes “naturally” to us is shaped by sin, self, and the culture around us. But what the Holy Spirit compels us to do—that is divine wisdom at work.

Go! And Walk in Godly Wisdom - James 3:13–18 (A Sermon in the “Go! And…” Series) Introduction Good morning, Church. Today I want to begin with a quote from Dr Charles Stanley. He once said: “Earthly wisdom is doing what comes naturally. Godly wisdom is doing what the Holy Spirit compels us to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18, Proverbs 9:10, 1 Corinthians 2:12-13, 1 Corinthians 1:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Danger Of Following God With Human Wisdom

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 5, 2025

God is not seeking experts; He is seeking the obedient. Following Him requires that we crucify our natural wisdom and embrace divine instruction. There is danger in depending on human intelligence to navigate spiritual assignments. Such a path leads to error, frustration, and loss.

THE DANGER OF FOLLOWING GOD WITH HUMAN WISDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 “For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God…” (1 Corinthians 1:18) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-7, Romans 8:6-8, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On The Indisputable Value Of Perceptiveness

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 21, 2025

Perceptiveness is regarded as the ability to notice and understand things that others may not.

Stan Brakhage, an American filmmaker once remarked: “Imagine an eye unruled by man-made laws of perspective, an eye unprejudiced by compositional logic, an eye which does not respond to the name of everything but which must know each object encountered in life through an adventure of perception.” ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:30-31, 1 Corinthians 1:24, 1 Corinthians 5:7, Ephesians 1:13

The Foolishness Of The Cross--Updated Version

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 18, 2025

How does the Cross show us the love of God and steer us in the way we are called to live?

“The Foolishness of the Cross” 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 There is a story about a wealthy early colonial settler who asked the rector of the church if it was possible to find salvation outside of the Church of England. The rector wrestled with how to answer the question because he knew it was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: United Methodist