Sermons on 2 Corinthians 1:8-24:

It's A Good Hurt

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Sep 4, 2008

A message on the good that can come from suffering.

IT’S A GOOD HURT 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 Wednesday, August 27, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee I recall a “Far Side” cartoon that has a cowboy filled with arrows and he says to his partner, “It hurts Clem….but it’s a good hurt.” What good can come from suffering? 1. God is the Father of compassion and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Give Hope Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2009

Looking at 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 we can see the nature of difficulties in: 1) Giving Hope (2 Cor. 1:3-7), 2) Getting Hope (2 Cor. 1:8-9), 3) Praise for Hope ( 2 Cor. 1:10-11)

The actions recently of major Nidal Malik Hassan on Fort Hood in Texas, have been shocking. The US army psychiatrist, who was charged with providing hope and comfort to distressed soldiers, turned on them, shooting 51. In 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul rejoiced because God has so recently ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Other

Standing On The Promises Of God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 26, 2011

In a world of broken promises, God can be counted on.

Standing on the Promises of God 2 Corinthians 1:20 Rev. Brian Bill 6/26/11 In 1994, a 67-year-old carpenter named Russell Herman died in Marion, Illinois. In his last will and testament he bequeathed the following: • $2.4 billion to the town of Cave-In-Rock • $2.4 billion to the city ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20

Denomination: Baptist

"God's Unconditional 'yes'"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 13, 2011

Though people might let us down, God does not.

2 Corinthians 1:15-22 “God’s Unconditional ‘Yes’” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org Whether it be in politics, business, or ministry, there have always been crooked people. But today, it seems like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:15-22

Denomination: United Methodist

The Comfort We Need

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 31, 2010

All of us have pain, struggle, turmoil, and trouble; and we need to be reminded from where our comfort comes.

The Comfort We Need 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 * There is an old adage which says, “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink,” yet, this is not entirely accurate. If you need a horse to drink water, you can feed him salt to create a needy thirst. Before we actually get to God’s word, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Established, Anointed And Sealed

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 31, 2010

Scriptural assurances that can give encouragement to the believer in spite of the uncertain days in which we live.

ESTABLISHED, ANOINTED AND SEALED “Now He who establishes us with you in Christ and has anointed us is God, who also has sealed us and given us the Spirit in our hearts as a guarantee.” 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 (NKJV) In these days of economic uncertainty and the talk of a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

God Of All Comfort Series

Contributed by Richard S Cussons M.a. on Aug 8, 2010

Chapter one may be seen as a template in dealing with disappontment

2 Corinthians 1.1-22 Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians is written about 6 months after the first, in the year 55, from Macedonia. The Corinthian church had been infiltrated by false teachers who were challenging Paul’s personal integrity and his authority as an apostle. Because ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

God's Favorite Word Is "Yes!" Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 11, 2010

We should be careful not to make promises we can’t keep. We put our mouth in motion before our mind is in gear. Sometimes our mouths write checks our body can’t cash! As much as we like to keep our promises sometimes we fail. But all of God’s promises are

INTRODUCTION We’re on a journey through 2 Corinthians I’m calling “Hope for Cracked Pots.” Today I want to speak on this topic: GOD’S FAVORITE WORD IS “YES!” One of the most beautiful words in the human language is the word “yes.” Whenever a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why He Came

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 30, 2010

This pre-Christmas sermon deals with salvation in the past, present, and future tense.

Why He Came II Corinthians 1:10 CHCC: December 12, 2010 INTRODUCTION: We’re reached that time of year when we focus on the birth of Christ. We think a lot about HOW He came --- and the details about HOW Christ came to earth give us probably the most beautiful and surprising story in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kinds Of Conscience

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010

The word “conscience” is found 31X in the KJB. Contrary to popular belief, conscience is not always the voice of God in man because it can either be a good or bad guide. Conscience can serve as a warning system to man. Like physical pain, which warns of d

Intro: The word “conscience” is found 31X in the KJB. Contrary to popular belief, conscience is not always the voice of God in man because it can either be a good or bad guide. Conscience can serve as a warning system to man. Like physical pain, which warns of damage to the body, the conscience can ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:12

Denomination: *other

Practical Transformation Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 26, 2011

We are transformed as the Spirit of God works in us, often through His Word. That transformation, however, shows itself in practical ways like these that Paul discusses.

Practical Transformation (2 Corinthians 1:8-24) 1. Is going to church a privilege or a sentence? It depends upon you and the particular church. For some in Alabama, it is a sentence: 2. BAY MINETTE, Ala. (AP) — Authorities say non-violent offenders in southern Alabama will have a new choice: Go ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"In A Good Way Expect The Unexpected"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Oct 7, 2011

This is a story that God is still in the miracle business if we slow down and trust Him.

I want to thank you for all your prayers and support yesterday. Yesterday was one of the toughest and rewarding days of my life. I woke up in the morning to see our bank account in the red with no hope in sight. BUT, I know God. I have set my hope on the One who is faithful and I will not question ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Why Life Is So Tough

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Bob Aquino on Apr 6, 2011

Many of us would like a personal ministry, but we don’t know where to begin. This passage suggests that our personal ministry begins as we share with others what God has shared with us.

INTRO: In May 2008 Christian musician Steven Curtis Chapman's five year old daughter Maria was run over and killed on the family property. Her teen-aged brother did not see her playing in the driveway before she was struck. It was a tragedy of unspeakable sadness. I remember that my first thought ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Plans For Our Lives

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 23, 2015

God wants us to believe his promises through Christ and to trust in God’s generosity of grace, mercy, love and forgiveness every day of our lives.

Has God ever made a promise to you? Have you spent years waiting for God to keep his promise, begging him to reassure you that the promise was from him? Have you tested God’s promises repeatedly? Many of us have waited for God to keep his promises. We must simply sit in his presence and sit ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:12-22

Denomination: Anglican

Thanksgiving - God, I Thank You!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 2, 2015

But yet, without those things which cause us to be thankful, here is Paul, thanking God. Maybe we can learn something from him. For what was Paul thankful?

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2017) TEXT: Jeremiah 2:32; 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 (J.B. Phillips) ILL. In 1923 a terrible earthquake hit Japan. The Literary Digest declared, “History knows no disaster which parallels the earthquake & fire that visited Japan ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, Jeremiah 2:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ