Sermons on 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:9:

Victory!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 30, 2007

Because of Jesus, the death of a believer is not just a relief, it’s a victory!

Dear Friends and Family of Dennis, especially you, Darren, Michelle, and our dear Marion. So, here we are. We knew this day would come. It was impossible not to track its progress as the cancer brought on crutches, then a wheelchair, and finally a bed – that crazy bed two inches too short for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Three Homes

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 16, 2007

Everyone needs a Heavenly Home, a Christian Home, and a Church Home. How to have a Happy Heart, a Harmonious Household, and a Healthy Church. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Three Homes http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/3Homes.html 2 Corinthians 5:1 For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. Every person ought to have: • A Heavenly Home • A Christian Home • A ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1, 2 Corinthians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Assurances Revisited

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Oct 31, 2006

Things we know for sure following the death of a friend, family member, or loved one.

Based in part on sermons by Rev. John Hamby and Rev. Robert Marsh References: 2 Cor. 5:6-8 Psalm 139:13-18 Psalm 23 (International Children’s Bible) 1. Introduction a. How many of you remember the old TV ads for the “Shell Answer Man?” (1) As Christians we are a lot like the “Shell Answer ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-8

A Memorial For Brittany Nicole

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Oct 31, 2006

A funeral service for a stillborn twin.

Based in part on sermons by Rev. John Hamby and Rev. Robert Marsh References: 2 Cor. 5:6-8 Psalm 139:13-18 Psalm 23 (International Children’s Bible) 1. Introduction a. Today is a day of mixed emotions, a day when we ask difficult questions that Noe and Barbara have probably been asking ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-8

Are You Walking By Faith Or Are You Walking By Sight

Contributed by David Rogers on Nov 6, 2006

A sermon on the essential of walkng by Faith in our life.

Are You Walking By Faith Or Are You Walking By Sight 2 Cor. 5:1-21 I hope that everyone had a great afternoon. Some of us got a nap, some got to visit with family and friends. And some simply got to sit and watch T.V. and relax. How many of us made plans about what we are going to do ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Delivers!

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Nov 6, 2006

If we want to see faith deliver for us, we must break faith down to see what is involved and how to act on it. In this message, we will examine the substance, hope and security of faith.

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11.1 The word “substance” has also been translated as confidence, confident and assurance. It implies the use of a sub-structure or foundation. ILL: The Gate of the Fortress of Purandhar, India was built in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

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

Dare To Persevere Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 17, 2006

When we follow Jesus we cannot give up

Dare to Persevere 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 October 22, 2006 Morning Service Introduction Lt. Col. Terence Otway, commander of the 9th Parachute Battalion of the British 6th Airborne Division, has an assignment to destroy the four powerful guns of a coastal battery in Merville, overlooking Sword Beach. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Funeral

Contributed by Clyde White on Nov 22, 2006

I’ve been asked for some of my funeral messages. Because each funeral service is personal, I don’t feel it proper to give the actual message. Instead, I am posting a "compilation" as a generic message, part of my own making and some from the expression of

Funeral Message for a Believer ____ was a grand lady(gentleman), and her(his) life was unusual in many respects. She(he) faced death in the same manner she(he) faced life. Both were challenges to be met head on. Death to the Christian is, in many ways, like GRADUATION DAY. Both involve years of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-6

Earthen Vessels Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 22, 2006

This sermon speaks of the fact that outwardly we decay - yet inwardly we can become stronger.

Earthen Vessels Paul writing to the church at Corinth, speaking about death writes these words in 2 Corinthians 4:16: Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is being renewed day by day. Wouldn’t it be great if things could last forever? Clothes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

4. What Is Beyond Your Wardrobe? Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 22, 2006

A Series on the Narnia Series - looking at what your eternity will look like

“Discovering Nania – 4. What is beyond your wardrobe?” Gladstone Baptist Church – 12/2/06 pm Tonight is the last night that I want to talk about the Narnia movie and the message that it contains for every single one of us. If you haven’t been with us over the last couple of weeks, we’ve been on a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

El Proposito Principal De Nuestra Salvacion

Contributed by Richard Perez on Feb 28, 2006

La razon numero uno por lo cual Dios nos ha salvado del infierno...

2 Corintios 5:9-18 “9 Por tanto procuramos también, o ausentes o presentes, serle agradables.10 Porque es necesario que todos nosotros comparezcamos ante el tribunal de Cristo, para que cada uno reciba según lo que haya hecho mientras estaba en el cuerpo, sea bueno o ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

Why Is It Important To Have Faith In God

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Mar 18, 2006

It is very importantt to have faith in God

2nd Corinthians 5:7 Topic- Why is it important to have faith in God. Your theme for tonight is “We have come this far by faith, trusting, and leaning on the Lord.” And through it all through joy and pain, through sunshine and rain, it was God who brought us(you) through. God has never nor ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, 1 Samuel 16:5

Denomination: Baptist

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

Funeral Service: New Christian

Contributed by George Crumbly on May 23, 2006

This is a funeral message for a close friend & co-worker of my wifes

FUNERAL SERVICE FOR: Emily Thomas Stricklin TITLE: Lessons From Death. TEXT: II Corinthians 5: 1-10 CLERGY: Rev. George E. Crumbly DATE: Wednesday, March 31, 2004 TIME: 10:00am – Graveside Service PLACE: Arkansas Memorial Gardens (Jacksonville, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Methodist