Sermons on 2 Corinthians 4:15:

Life In The Spirit

Contributed by Ron Smith on Feb 10, 2001

This sermon is one of instruction concerning what it means to be filled with the Spirit

TITLE: LIFE IN THE SPIRIT TEXT: 2 Cor 4:1-16 INTRO: As Pentecostal people, you and I share something that none of the rest of the "Christian" world has. A life truly in the Spirit. While other groups of Christians may teach about the Holy Spirit….may acknowledge the presence of the Holy Spirit in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons We Learn From 9.1.1. Series

Contributed by Rick Shockley on Nov 10, 2001

This sermon is about the hope we have in Christ in spite of the tragedy of 9.1.1.

2 Corinthians 4:7-18 But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. [8] We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; [9] persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. [10] We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18, Philippians 4:6-7

"Incentive For The Church To Stay Focused”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Nov 12, 2001

It’s easy to start a Bible study; to start going back to church, to start a daily prayer time; the thing we must focus on is being faithful.

Intro: In a church in the Deep South where the preaching style was a “talk back” sort of style. The pastor was getting the congregation exited about their prospective future. The preacher said, “this church is like a crippled man who needs to get up and walk under the power of Jesus.” The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prospect Of The Ministry

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE PROSPECT OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE RESURRECTI

THE PROSPECT OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE RESURRECTION ENABLES US TO ENDURE PRESENT PHYSICAL SUFFERING IN THE MINISTRY WITHOUT LOSING HEART ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Funeral - Jars Of Clay

Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001

There is a spiritual gift in the life of those who die in the Lord.

Jars of Clay Dying, Christ destroyed our death. Rising, Christ restored our life. Christ will come again in glory. Here and now, dear friends, we are God’s children. What we shall be has not been revealed, But we know when he appears we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. Those who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Methodist

Spiritual Treasures Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 16, 2001

As Satan attacks on all sides, hold the gospel close

INTRODUCTION… from barna.org 6 out of 10 Americans believe Satan is only a symbol and not real 47 % of Christians believe the same thing 1 out of 4 Christians believe it doesn’t matter what religion you are because all of them are the same and they all lead to God 31% of Christians believe ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Keeps The Believer From Sinking?

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 9, 2002

The believer is reminded to keep his focus on the eternal promises of God.

Introduction: I could not imagine life without the promises of God. When faced with life’s most difficult times, we do well to look beyond the difficulty to the power of God. God promises will keep us afloat in the midst of the most inundating waters. We are kept afloat by the meditating on the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

We Believe And Therefore Speak

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 13, 2002

PENTECOST 3(B) - June 9, 2002 We believe and therefore speak that Christ is raised from the dead and therefore our burdens are lifted.

WE BELIEVE AND THEREFORE SPEAK 2 Corinthians 4:13-18 - June 9, 2002 13It is written: "I believed; therefore I have spoken." With that same spirit of faith we also believe and therefore speak, 14because we know that the one who raised the Lord Jesus from the dead will also raise us with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Building Blocks For Flexible Persistence

Contributed by Dana Chau on Oct 1, 2002

Discover the building blocks for accomplishing God-size goals.

About two weeks ago, Eugene asked a salient question at the end of the church business meeting. He asked something like, "What kind of person am I becoming through this church?" His question was not just introspective. He is serving on the Church Strategy Task Team, which will research how to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: *other

Elders Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 18, 2002

There are many great starters - not enough who finish well.

29, September 2002 Dakota Community Church All The Kings Men Part: 4 – Elders Introduction: You do not break Gods word – you break yourself on it! Don’t be discouraged men this is the reward week – the beating is over – here now is the payoff! Seriously do not take condemnation from anything - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:12-15, 2 Corinthians 4:15-16

Denomination: Mennonite

Prayer-Care-Share: The Key To Care-Part 2 Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Mar 21, 2006

#7 in a series. God is pouring out a whole new level of city-wide cooperation amongst churches and church leaders. Prayer-Care-Share is a concentrated effort focusing on "Building Bridges to our Community"...loving our communities to Christ.

Last week...I shared with you THE KEY TO CARE...Two truths: #1: GOD IS ALREADY AT WORK. #2: JOIN HIM IN HIS WORK. Sounds so easy….doesn’t it? So simple… These TWO TRUTHS can set you free, yet…can I be truthful, here??? Doing ONLY what the Father is doing…can also be quite intimidating! ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Long Obedience

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 24, 2007

Having entered the Christian life, we need encouragement to stay the course. God, through the Apostle Paul, urges us to persevere.

2 Corinthians 4:13-18 A Long Obedience “Since we have the same spirit of faith according to what has been written, “I believed, and so I spoke,” we also believe, and so we also speak, knowing that he who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and bring us with you into his presence. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Shining Light In A Plain Jar

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 16, 2006

What does it mean to carry about in our broken vessels the Light of the world?

THE SHINING LIGHT IN A PLAIN JAR 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 Hidden away on a high shelf in my closet I keep a small box. This box is worn down and broken from 50 years of use. But it is the most priceless thing I own. If I were to lose this box, I would literally tear my home apart to find it. If it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Holiness

"I Have A Dream To A Right To Life."

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 22, 2008

We need to decide in America to choose life over death!

Opening Illustration from Bella: Eduardos Story I HAVE A DREAM OF THE RIGHT TO LIFE! I am happy to present to you this day, a Pro-life message and a vision for tomorrow for this Nation Under God. Let us remember that on January 22, 1973 abortion was made legal by the Roe vs. Wade decision of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Proclaimed Kingdom - Treasure In Clay Vessel Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 22, 2007

While we wait for Jesus to return, our task is to cooperate with God in his transforming work within us, to listen and obey. And it’s to continue to share the gospel with those around us; to share the glory of God with them.

One of the things I love about travel is going to places that have a history behind them. To visit Rome, to see the Coliseum or the Roman Forum, to walk on paving stones that are 2000 years old, that maybe even Paul walked on when he was brought before Caesar. Last year I preached in a church that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Anglican