Sermons on 2 Corinthians 13:5-6:

Self Examination Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 16, 2004

If only we’d recognize when we have strayed, get godly counsel, then seek for the unity of the body of Christ – that’s when we will see God’s love and peace flourish in our lives and in the church.

For more Bible studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Self Examination 2 Corinthians 13:1-14 Pastor Tom Fuller There comes a time in every child’s life when patience on the parent’s part ends, and accountability on the child’s part begins. As we begin this morning I want to share a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Identifying Icebergs: Finding And Fixing Areas Of Personal Weakness Series

Contributed by David Deborde on Oct 17, 2001

Ways to identify and correct areas of spiritual weakness.

Identifying Icebergs: Finding and Fixing Areas of Spiritual Weakness "Examine yourselves to see if your faith is really genuine. Test yourselves. . ." - 2 Corinthians 13.5a (NLT) "Instead, let us test and examine our ways. Let us turn again in repentance to the Lord" - Lamentations 3.40 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, Lamentations 3:40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Price Of A Kiss

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 19, 2009

Black History Month: There is a price to pay for friendliness: Christlike behavior even when others disappoint us, commitment to the development of others.

The passage I am about to read is the very ending of the Second Corinthian letter. It includes a verse which has a warm place in my memory because it was the favorite verse of lots and lots of male seminarians back in the 60’ s when I was in school. You see, in the 60’s there were not very many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Aim For Perfection Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 11, 2010

In this sermon, we wrap up the entire series by challenging ourselves to aim for perfection, strive toward unity, examine ourselves, and lean on the Lord.

Introduction: A. How many of you break out into a cold sweat or used to break out into a cold sweat when you hear the words: “Clear your desk, take out a sheet of paper and something to write with. We are going to have a pop quiz”? 1. How many of you like taking tests? 2. It can ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Checklist

Contributed by D. Walls on Nov 19, 2011

Checking our spirituality daily.

“SPIRITUAL CHECKLIST” TEXT: 2 Cor. 13:5: Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates? (Reprobate: means rejected, disapproved. Rom. 1:28 Introduction: In my late teens, I was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Holiness

Nominal Christianity

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 17, 2012

How to know that you are truly saved.

“Nominal Christianity” 2 Corinthians 13:5-6 Scripture Reading 2 Corinthians 13:5 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates? 2 Corinthians 13:6 But I trust that ye shall ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Be Perfect

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 30, 2012

God challenges us in His Word to be perfect and it is possible for every believer to obtain biblical perfection.

Be Perfect 2 Cor. 13:1-14 See: Vs.9, 11 Paul prays for the church of Corinth to be perfect. Remember this is the carnal minded church who Paul often rebuked and even in this text He tells them to examine themselves to see if they are even in the faith. Perfect defined: It doesn’t mean ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Final Words From Paul Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 7, 2012

Paul gives his final preparations regarding his planned trip to Corinth. Paul has tried to counsel and encourage the Corinthian church with only limited success. Now he is coming in person to deal with the problems that have continued in spite of h

Paul gives his final preparations regarding his planned trip to Corinth. Sometimes when the medicine is not taken then the surgery has to follow. Paul has tried to counsel and encourage the Corinthian church with only limited success. Now he is coming in person to deal with the problems ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14

Maturing Is Hard To Do - But It's Worth It!

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 26, 2011

Too often as Christians we take short cuts to maturity. In reality the only way to become complete is to let the Lord take you through difficulty and make you seem to "fail." In the process He builds life and a character in you that will lead you into His

We all have a decision to make. After we become a disciple of Jesus Christ the culture around us, our own brokenness, and an invisible enemy—will all try to mitigate the work that the Holy Spirit is doing inside of us: transforming us into a new character. The decision we have to make is how ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Examination

Contributed by Scott Thomas on Oct 19, 2013

Christ told us to examine ourselves. We must take an examination that questions if our souls are in line with the Word of a Holy God, the Works of the Holy Ghost, and the Works of the Heavenly Grace. Finally, are your steps in line with God's steps?

The Examination II Corinthians 13:5 5 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates? Intro: We try to teach our kids and grandkids what is right and what is wrong. Yet, there are many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

Proof Of Life

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 11, 2013

If we examine ourselves, we can know for sure whether or not we are saved.

Proof of Life March 10, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: If we examine ourselves, we can know for sure whether or not we are saved. Focus Passage: 2 Corinthians 13:5-10 Introduction: What proves you are living? Your birth certificate? Your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

It Begins With You

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Nov 2, 2012

Building successfully will depend whether we have made wise or foolish choices. God wants His children to enjoy His promises. He will pour out His promises to those who are thirsty If you are thirsty for healing, he will pour out healing. If you are thirs

It Begins With You Building successfully will depend whether we have made wise or foolish choices. 2 Corinthians 13:5 - Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?-unless indeed you are disqualified. Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Charismatic

The Challenge Course

Contributed by Bret Bone on Nov 6, 2012

I wonder how each of us would score if there were a test available that could reveal … how devoted we were as a Christian… You see, on the surface most of the time it appears that things are going well & display that we’re doing a pretty good job of b

I wonder how each of us would score if there were a test available that could reveal … how devoted we were as a Christian… You see, on the surface most of the time it appears that things are going well & display that we’re doing a pretty good job of being a Christian. In ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Choosing Kingdom Ways

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Nov 17, 2012

The Kingdom of God is characterized by righteousness, joy, peace, and power.

Choosing Kingdom Ways The Kingdom of God is characterized by righteousness, joy, peace, and power. When we speak of the Kingdom it means - Power over all the works of the devil - Breaking chains - Releasing healing and miracles - Living in abundance and overflow Kingdom fruit (Galatians ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5-6

Denomination: Charismatic

Man Of God ( Short Homily )

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 10, 2010

Timothy is called a "Man of God". What are the attributes of a "Man of God"? Updated January 2020.

Paul gave counsel to Timothy: ...... Keep a close watch on yourself". (1Timothy 4:16) While caring for the needs of his people, ....Timothy needed to care for himself.... as well. The false teachers ....were men of the world, ....but Timothy ... was a....... "man of God." This ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2, Nehemiah 12:24, 1 Kings 17:18, 1 Samuel 9:6, Deuteronomy 33:1, 1 Timothy 4:16, 2 Timothy 2:22, 1 Timothy 1:11, 2 Timothy 4:7, Ephesians 6:11, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Nehemiah 6:11, 1 Timothy 6:6-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican