Sermons on 2 Corinthians 4:6-18:

Can You Imagine?

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 15, 2005

A sermon for International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church.

(Show video clip for International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church.) It wasn’t long after the church’s first Pentecost that the first follower of Christ was martyred for his faith. With furious opponents gathered around him, Stephen “looked up to heaven and saw the glory of God.” (Acts ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Narnia: It's Bigger Than You Think Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Dec 3, 2005

1st in a 4 part series using "The Chronicles of Narnia" as a springboard to Biblical truths about Christmas.

“It’s Bigger Than You think” The Chronicles of Christmas - Week 1 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Introduction to the Series: (After :32 video intro) According to author, C.S. Lewis, “The Chronicles of Narnia” started very simply. “The Lion, witch and wardrobe began with a picture of a Faun carrying an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Narnia: Discover The Wonder Series

Contributed by Harley Jay Nickless on Dec 4, 2005

What if there were a Wardrobe that could usher us into an Unseen World? What would we see and experience. The Bible is very clear that an Unseen World does exist.

The Wardrobe: “Discover The Wonder” I must admit that there are times when I am convinced that we have made Christianity far more complicated than what it was ever intended to be. Luke the physician recorded many of Jesus’ profound statements, but none is more profound than the one found in Luke ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narnia: Doorway To The Unseen Series

Contributed by Dale Kesterson on Dec 5, 2005

Based on themes found in C. S. Lewis’ The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, this message examines the nature of faith and our belief in the unseen.

I’ve got to tell you all that I am incredibly excited about this week. For one thing, my first male progeny will likely be born this Friday. But there is another event that has really divided my anticipation. Now many of you know that I have what you might call a mild appreciation for C. S. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Still Have Joy

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Nov 10, 2004

The Joy of the Lord is our Strength

I still Have Joy! II Corinthians 4:7-18 Joy a word small in stature but mighty in meaning Joy a directive a strong basis for the faith of a Christian And in our Christian journey we will find that Joy is the opposite of Happiness! Why? Well Happiness is the reaction to an action where as Joy is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Methodist

Have You Seen The Light?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

The light of ascencion illuminates forgiveness and God’s care for us.

Have you seen the light? Moses saw the light on his many trips up Mt. Sinai to receive God’s laws. Peter, James, and John, disciples of Jesus, saw the light on the Mount of Transfiguration when Jesus’ appearance was changed before their very eyes. But what about you? Have you seen the light? That ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Enduring Faith

Contributed by Aaron Bryan on Dec 8, 2004

Looking at the life of Paul we can see seven things that kept him going for God.

Enduring Faith (2 Corinthians 4) By Bro. Aaron Bryan Paul not only was known to write about endurance, he lived it. In 1 Corinthians 9:24, it was a race to run, in Galatians 6:7-10, a field to sow, Ephesians 6:10-20, an armor to withstand, Philippians 3:12-14, pressing towards the mark, 2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Remember Your Resources

Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 6, 2008

It is so easy to be unhappy with who we are. We don’t have to look far before we find people who are better looking, or those who have winning personalities, or those who are smarter or better educated, or those who have more money. We must learn that Go

Remember Your Resources II Corinthians 4:6-12 Purpose: To remind Christians of the great worth they have in Christ. Aim: I want the listener to rejoice in what God enables us to do and be greatly encouraged to attempt great things for God. INTRODUCTION: It is so easy to be unhappy with who we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jars Of Treasure

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 11, 2008

We are earthen vessels in whom God lives and through whom God is seen.

Title: Jars of Treasure Text: II Corinthians 4:7-12 Thesis: We are “Jars of Clay” in whom God lives and through whom God is seen. A steward is someone entrusted with the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one’s care. (Merriam Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, Tenth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"I Have A Dream To A Right To Life."

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 22, 2008

We need to decide in America to choose life over death!

Opening Illustration from Bella: Eduardos Story I HAVE A DREAM OF THE RIGHT TO LIFE! I am happy to present to you this day, a Pro-life message and a vision for tomorrow for this Nation Under God. Let us remember that on January 22, 1973 abortion was made legal by the Roe vs. Wade decision of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Im Dying To Live

Contributed by Dan Myer on Jan 29, 2008

We are able to see God’s presence manifest in greater ways as we sacrifice ourselves to his will in greater magnitude.

“I’m Dying to Live” “The Sacrifice of Revival” We are able to see God’s presence manifest in greater ways as we sacrifice ourselves to his will in greater magnitude. 2 Corinthians 4:7-10 “But we have this treasure in earthen vessels that the Excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trouble In The World, Peace In The Word

Contributed by John Butler on Feb 19, 2008

Bible Promises in Troubled Times.

Trouble In The World, Peace In The Word... Praise God Church!!! a) Daily Renewal... Read: 2Co 4:8 We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 2Co 4:9 Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; 2Co 4:10 Always bearing about in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-18

Less Like Scars - Lessons From Room 247

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Feb 26, 2008

In His hands, the pain and hurt of life becomes less like scars that have been inflicted on us, and more like character built in us

Less Like Scars Lessons from Room 247 TCF Sermon February 24, 2008 Wow. What a few weeks we’ve had here at TCF. New carpet. Missions conference. All good stuff, huh? It’s a dangerous thing for us regulars in the pulpit to invite people outside the elders to speak to us. Because when a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out

Contributed by Karl Perry on Dec 31, 2006

It’s good to know that it does not matter how many times we get knocked down, just as long as we get up again? And the good thing about this is the fact that when we do get back up, we may not have our full balance and composure, but just the mere effort

“KNOCKED DOWN, BUT NOT KNOCKED OUT!!” II CORINTHIANS 4:8-9 8. We may be troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 9. Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed. In the sport of boxing there are all kinds of ways that a boxer can be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Disappointment

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jan 24, 2007

All Christians can find renewed hope in times of disappointment by 1)keeping an eternal focus, 2)cast your anxiety upon the Lord, 3)be self-controlled and resist the devil, and 4)offer a sacrifice of praise.

If there is anything I’ve learned in my years working as a pastor it is that things don’t always go the way we think they should go. I’ve been witness to more tragic stories than I wish – and the truth is, life is hard. God has chosen to use people just like us to be his ambassadors on this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational