Sermons on 2 Corinthians 2:16-3:5:

The Aroma Of Christ Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 16, 2001

The Gospel is an "aroma" of life for some and death for others

INTRODUCTION Heroes, in Paul’s day, were usually great generals, leaders of mighty armies, and conquerors of nations. Really it is the same today. That is why we know whom Julius Caesar or Alexander the Great is. These men whose fame and fortune came from desolated cities and enslaved ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Cross And Christ Of No Effect

Contributed by Chuck Morley on Feb 2, 2001

When we neglect the truth of the cross we are left with empty religion and a powerless Christ.

A CROSS AND CHRIST OF NO EFFECT "Ye are our epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men: forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God;" (2 Corinthians 3:2,3) This verse is pretty ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power For Pressures

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 7, 2001

This Sermon Is An Easter Sermon Dealing With the Pressures We Face In Life As The Disciples Did Just Before Easter.

Power For Pressures Easter Psalm 46:1-11 Matthew 28:1-20 There were pressures of all kinds hanging around after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Mary was dealing with the pressures of grief and anger over the death of her first born ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16, Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Fragrance Of Christ's Presence

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Feb 26, 2001

The presence of Christ in our life is a sweet smelling fragrance to God and the world

THE FRAGRANCE OF CHRIST’S PRESENCE 2 COR 2:14-17 I. THE VICTORY OF CHRIST OVER HIS ENEMIES A. A parallel drawn from the roman custom of celebrating a triumphant outcome in battle 1-a king leading a defeated foe to further humiliate him -Col 2:15 And having spoiled principalities and powers, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Church Of God

God Guarantees Victory In Proclaiming Christ

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

1. Appreciating the Victory Requires being Burdened with the Conflict -- "The Concern of the Gospel Ministry" (:12-13) a.

1. Appreciating the Victory Requires being Burdened with the Conflict -- "The Concern of the Gospel Ministry" (:12-13) a. The Reason for Paul's Concern b. The Severity of This Concern c. The Setting for Paul's Concern 1. the focus of Paul's ministry 2. the favorable circumstances for the preaching ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Commendation For Ministry Is..

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE COMMENDATION FOR EFFECTIVE MINISTRY IS CHANGED LIVES 1.

THE COMMENDATION FOR EFFECTIVE MINISTRY IS CHANGED LIVES 1. Unnecessary types of Commendation a. Personal boasting b. Lifeless words on a piece of paper (cf. academic degrees) 2. The only valid Commendation for effective ministry = Changed Lives a. Evident to all b. Accomplished by the Holy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Glory Of The Ministry Of..

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

(with Tom Schetelich) THE GLORY OF THE MINISTRY OF THE NEW COVENANT 1.

(with Tom Schetelich) THE GLORY OF THE MINISTRY OF THE NEW COVENANT 1. God makes us adequate ministers of the New Covenant 2. God supplies the surpassing glory of the New Covenant ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:4-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living Letters Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Ronald Fair on May 30, 2002

Christians are meant to be living letters of Jesus Christ, bearing a message of good tidings of great joy unto all the world.

Living Letters of Jesus Christ Text II Corinthians 3:2-3 “Ye are our Epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men, manifestly declared to be the Epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the spirit of the living God, not in tables of stone but in fleshy tables ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:2-3

Denomination: Methodist

Covenant Smuvenant

Contributed by Johnny Bley on Aug 30, 2002

A covenant is a serious agreement two parties enter into and they must not be taken lightly, especially the covenant we have with God.

Covenant Smuvenant 2 Corinthians 3:4-18 Remember Daffy Duck—whenever he thought something was not important, he would say “smuvenant.” Have you ever just blown something off? You know, “it’s no big deal; it’s not really important.” Well, the covenant that God made with Abraham that was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:4-18

Denomination: Baptist

Una Declaracion General Del Ministerio

Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Sep 17, 2002

Un vistaso a lo que es el ministerio, basado en 2 Corintios.

2 Corintios 2:14-17 Nueva Versión Internacional “ 14 Sin embargo, gracias a Dios que en Cristo siempre nos lleva triunfantes y, por medio de nosotros, esparce por todas partes la fragancia de su conocimiento. 15 Porque para Dios nosotros somos el aroma de Cristo entre los que se salvan y entre ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformation

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 22, 2002

How do we begin the process of personal change?

If you take one of the bulletins and turn over the flap, you’ll see a list of eight "core values". These core values identify what we’re about as a church. They describe our basic identity, our DNA. And like DNA, which is found in every cell of the body, our intent is that we would see these ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18, 2 Corinthians 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Smelly Christians

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 2, 2002

A message to show Christians how they are sweet smelling to the Lord because of what Jesus Christ did on the cross, and encourage them to be a good witness to those around them.

INTRODUCTION The gospel of Jesus Christ works on different people in different ways. The gospel itself always has a sweet fragrance. To some the fragrance becomes a pleasant aroma of life, but to others that same fragrance becomes a vile smell of death. Let’s break down this passage of scripture ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

What's That I Smell? Series

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 2, 2002

Our worship and adoration is a sweet smelling fragrance in the nostrils of God!

I. A New Fragrance A. Text: II Corinthians 2:14-16 “…thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him. For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Living Epistles

Contributed by John Johnson on Oct 26, 2002

We are living epistles that others may see and glorify our Father.

Living Epistles 2 Corinthians 3:2-3 Throughout the bible we find that we as Christians have been compared to many things. We have been compared to branches. I am the true vine, ye are the “branches”. We have been compared to salt. “Ye are the salt of the earth.” We have been compared to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:2

Denomination: Baptist

Smelling Like Jesus

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Apr 3, 2001

A challenge to Christ-like living; considering the ramifications of our behaviour to our witness

"Smell," said Helen Keller, "is a potent wizard that transports us across thousands of miles and all the years we have lived. The odors of fruits waft me to my southern home, to my childhood frolics in the peach orchard. Other odors, instantaneous and fleeting, cause my heart to dilate joyously or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed