Sermons on 2 Corinthians 4:1-5:10:

Why God Uses Imperfections - Introduction Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023

We learn victory is possible when God gives weak people strength to succeed.

A. IMPERFECT PEOPLE? 1. Positive: we learn victory is possible when God gives weak people strength to succeed. 2. Negative: we learn what not to do. TEN IMPERFECT PEOPLE ? Jacob: A liar and trickster changed by a dream ? Noah: After walking with God got drunk ? Peter: A granite rock who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 1 Corinthians 1:10

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On A Leap Of Faith

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 28, 2023

A leap of faith is defined as an act of believing in or attempting something whose existence or outcome cannot be proved or known.

Bill Engvall, an American stand-up comedian once remarked: “I might have tried bungee jumping, until I saw that video of that guy whose cord came untied. He didn't know it 'till he hit the ground. Oh, he flew off that tower, hollering at his buddies. "Whoo, check me out, dudes! Oh, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, 2 Corinthians 5:7, James 2:18, 2 Timothy 1:7

Holy Spirit Filled Faith

Contributed by Samuel M on Jun 25, 2024

When God gives a promise or a word, and when situations becomes completely opposite (to God’s promise) and very difficult, but there is joy that God will surely fulfil it, this is Holy Spirit-filled (or given) faith. Faith is reflected or manifested as joy.

For we walk by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7 When God gives a promise or a word, and when situations becomes completely opposite (to God’s promise) and very difficult, but there is joy that God will surely fulfil it, this is Holy Spirit-filled (or given) faith. Faith is reflected or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

Sermon On The Perils Of Rose-Tinted Glasses

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 27, 2024

Viewing life through rose-tinted, or rose-colored glasses is an expression that is considered to portray extreme optimism.

Bertie Charles Forbes, often dubbed B. C. Forbes in signature, a Scottish-American journalist and author once remarked: “Optimism is a tonic. Pessimism is poison. Admittedly, every businessman must be realistic. He must gather facts, analyze them candidly and strive to draw logical conclusions, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:4, Ephesians 2:1-3, Romans 8:15-17, 2 Timothy 1:7

"the Splendors Of Heaven."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 1, 2024

This message was written from my heart while missing some of my loved ones who left this life. I know we will meet again, but sometimes, I need a glimpse of Heaven's beauty and tranquility that will water my soul and fill my heart with everlasting joy."

SCRIPTUTURE REFERENCES (Matthew 6:19-20) 19] Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: [20] But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-20, Luke 10:20, 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Do The Loudest Boos Originate

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 2, 2024

How easy is it to have 10 compliment you and 1 person speaks negative? We will tend to mope all week over the 1 negative comment. Life is about focus. Two powers reside in the mouth and the ears, your choice will release doom or praise.

WHERE DO THE LOUDEST BOOS ORIGINATE…? I WANT YOU TO UNDERSTAND THAT WE WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND LIFE. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) REAP THE CONSEQUENCES? Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, Numbers 21:4, Numbers 21:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Count It As Joy

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jul 8, 2024

When faced with the ungodly things of this world, the Bible tells us to "count it all joy." This message looks at how we can do that.

Count it all Joy Good evening to the Lord’s beloved. Would you please open to Hebrews 12? I “joined” church when I was 10 years old. Back then it meant the same thing as accepting Jesus. I started out as a baby. I didn’t know anything about being a Christian. That was 57 years, six months and 72 ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Colossians 1:13, Acts 4:13-20, Acts 5:17-29, John 14:11, Hebrews 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed And Holy Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 10, 2024

Exploring the reward of the tribulation saint and the reward in heaven for the believer

Blessed and Holy 7 Blessings of Revelation Series CCCAG 7-7-24 Scripture- Rev 20:4-6 Last Sunday Tammie and I took a long drive into the backroads of the county, and we were talking about the riots that happened in Kenosha, and how a lot of the buildings downtown were damaged or burned down. All of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:4-6, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17, Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Focusing On The Eternal 2 Corinthians 4:18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 18, 2024

In 2 Corinthians 4:18, the Apostle Paul, reveals a powerful perspective that can transform our lives.

Focusing on the Eternal 2 Corinthians 4:18 Introduction: Today, we are going to delve into a profound truth found in 2 Corinthians 4:18. The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Corinthians, reveals a powerful perspective that can transform our lives. Our focus will be on understanding what it means ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, 1 John 2:17, Hebrews 11:1, Romans 8:24-25, Colossians 3:2, Matthew 6:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Deceptive Power Of A Good Excuse

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 29, 2024

Excuses can rob us of God's best. They are an enemy of great faith and accomplishment. In this examination of Luke 14:15-24, we learn from Jesus's story about those who excused themselves from a great feast. Those people missed the opportunity of a lifetime.

Intro We take as our text today Luke 14:15-24. Follow with me as we read that passage. “Now when one of those who sat at the table with Him heard these things, he said to Him, ‘Blessed is he who shall eat bread in the kingdom of God! 16 Then He [Jesus] said to him, ‘A certain man gave a great ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-24, Matthew 22:1-14, 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, Philippians 4:13, Luke 6:1-11, Proverbs 26:13, John 4:1-29, John 3:16, Matthew 7:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

For Me To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 9, 2024

Funeral sermon for an older member of our church

Funeral for George Hafele Today we gather to celebrate the life and future of Mr. George Hafele. Times like these are never fun. But honestly, my grief today is not for George because he is in a better place, but rather for those of us who are left behind. We are the ones left with the void. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Daily Lifestyles Of Full Timers Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 15, 2024

The Timetable of Jesus Christ was fully occupied. He had a regular practice of prayer, evangelism, healing, and counselling. However, nothing was robotic, not legalistic. It was his commitment and concerns.

Text: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 Theme: “Our Daily Lifestyles”   Today, we will look into “Our Daily Lifestyles” from the Second Corinthians 4. It gives us the missionary endeavours of Paul and his co-workers. This chapter has “Their engagements”, “their encounters”, “their empowerments”. Paul’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Life Light And Hope In Jesus

Contributed by Roger Smith on Aug 18, 2024

Today the Holy Spirit is shining a new light into your heart. Just be open to let the light of Jesus penetrate into your innermost being and illumine your soul. In Jesus you will exxperience a whole new dimension to your life; you can have that new spiritual life right now!

LIGHT LIFE & HOPE IN JESUS Many years ago my wife and I visited some caves in Somerset (UK). We went down quite deep until no daylight coud reach that far down. Thankfully, there were electric lights to show off the beauty of the rock formations and the underground lake. Just to ilustrate the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, 2 Corinthians 4:6, 1 John 5:12

Denomination: Congregational

Sanctity Of Life - A Time To Be Born And A Time To Die

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 19, 2020

On Sanctity of Life Sunday we always focus on the holocaust of abortion that fills not only our nation but the world as well. This should and does sadden our hearts. But we must remember that all of human life is sacred in the eyes of the Lord from conception to natural death.

A Time To Be Born A Time To Die Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” And our memory refresher verse(s) for today is(are) … 2 ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Hebrews 9:27, 2 Corinthians 5:6-8, Exodus 20:13, Exodus 21:12-14, Romans 13:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Right Where God Wants Me To Be

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Feb 7, 2020

As we follow where God leads us, we encounter trials and struggles, but that's part of the plan! God uses those trials to shape and mold us into the people He desires for us to become… but most importantly, so His glory can be revealed to the world!

For the message this morning, we’re going to go back to the book of Exodus... and we’re going to look at a real historical event that will be very familiar to most of you… The crossing of the Red Sea. Since this story IS very familiar to us already, we must be careful not to just read through it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-9, Psalm 139:23-24, James 1:2-4, Matthew 14:22-25, Matthew 8:23-27, Exodus 13:17-22, John 10:10, John 8:34-36, Proverbs 3:11-12, Exodus 14:1-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist