Sermons on 2 Corinthians:

Partnering Together Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 8 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing our discussion of the need to work together for God's kingdom.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Serving in Partnership with Each other” I Corinthians 3:5-8a Review Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning divisions 1-4 1. Opening appeal for unity 1:10-17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-8, Ephesians 4:1-7, 1 Corinthians 11:28-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Married With Purpose Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 24, 2018

Message 21 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This message continues a discussion of the purpose of marriage began in message 20.

Chico Alliance Church “Married with Purpose” 1 Cor 7:1-9 I ntroduction Marriage is under attack. The very foundation of our culture is in danger of deterioration. God has blessed America to the extent that America has embraced Biblical principles. These principles direct relationships ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, 1 Corinthians 6:18-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

2 Adams, 2 Gardens, 2 Outcomes

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 15, 2021

To save us, God had to send a second Adam, who would face the same temptations, but not fail in his obedience to God. Jesus did it. As a result, His descendants have power over sin, are made righteous, and have a glorious future ahead of them.

2 ADAMS, 2 GARDENS, 2 OUTCOMES 1 Cor. 15:45-47 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: ONE STEP CLOSER TO... 1. I once read about a rabbi sitting next to an atheist on an airplane. Every few minutes, one of the rabbi’s children or grandchildren would inquire about his needs for food, drink, or comfort. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:45-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Look At The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Scott Nichols on Jan 18, 2019

Paul, in I Corinthians 10:23-34, reminds us that if we would eat and drink this Supper to our benefit, we must be looking in four directions. In communion, we must be looking back, looking ahead, looking within and looking around.

Something special is about to happen this morning. Something miraculous. Paul in chapter 10 of this same letter calls it a "participation in the body and blood of Jesus Christ." We know it as communion. As we take a piece of bread and cup of juice, we will be participating in a mystery. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

No, You Don't Have To Volunteer To Be A Martyr

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 25, 2018

What distinguished the Corinthian church was their usage of the spiritual gifts, especially the more dramatic ones like praying in tongues and healing.

Thursday of 21st Week in Course 2018 Ss Felix and Adauctus Our Lord is not satisfied with half-measures, and neither should we be so satisfied. It has been said that the goal of life is to depart this earth prepared to be canonized saints. That means that we must do good and avoid evil, but to an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-51, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Catholic

Outline For "But Let A Man Examine Himself . . ." Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 11, 2021

Communion, also called "the Lord's Supper", is one of the most important things believers observe. This outline gives a few points for every believer to consider whenever we observe this ordinance.

“But let a man examine himself. . .(1 Cor 11:28a)" Introduction: The Lord’s Supper is one of the two ordinances He commanded us to observe or follow. Each of the four Gospels tells of this, as does Paul in 1 Corinthians 11. The problem in Corinth was that some in the church were not observing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Comparison Game Series

Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Sep 10, 2013

Paul vs.super-apostles, the Corinthians vs other churches, and us vs. the Corinthians

The Comparison Game Let's play the Comparison Game! Which is better? Coke? or Pepsie? I.U.? or U of L? Kentucky? or Duke? Our first contestant today is the Apostle Paul. Paul is a Hebrew of Hebrews, an Israelite, a descendent of Abraham. He has been in prison several times, beaten, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:11-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Spirit's Wisdom" 1 Cor. 2 Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 25, 2008

The Spirit’s wisdom is the too lead our lives not our human intellect or another person’s human intellect. Why? So that we can witness the power of the Spirit and see lives transformed.

"The Spirit’s Wisdom" Summary of the series on Corinthians and of chapter 1 Thesis: The Spirit’s wisdom is the too lead our lives not our human intellect or another person¡¦s human intellect. Why? So that we can witness the power of the Spirit and see lives transformed. Scripture Text: 1 Cor. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Finer Points Of Love (Part 2)

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 10, 2009

This study examines characteristics 4-7 of the fifteeen qualities of love found in I Corinthians 13.

Last week we began a series entitled the “Finer Points Of Love.” We are studying the fifteen characteristics of love that are listed in I Cor. 13:4-7. The first three are: love is patient, love is kind, and love is not jealous. Today we take a brief look at the next four. Quality number 4: love ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

What If Jesus Had Not Died?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 4, 2015

What if Jesus had not died? You see, the cross proves everything. I would like us to read 2 Corinthians 5:14-21 (this is in the New Testament) this morning and see more specifically what the death of Jesus changed for human beings.

WHAT IF JESUS HAD NOT DIED? MATTHEW 16-27; 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17-21 THREAD: What if Jesus Christ had not died on the cross for you and for me? WHAT IF: Matthew 16:21-23 “From that time on Jesus began to explain to his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Practical Faith - How God Meets Our Needs Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 3, 2020

This message is from our sermon series, "Practical Faith." It looks at how God meets our needs first through His principle, His procedure, which then leads to His promise. It is taken from 2 Corinthians 9:6-13

Practical Faith “How God Meets Our Needs” 2 Corinthians 9:6-13 *** Watch at: https://youtu.be/soAReC5Tme8 *** Listen at: https://mega.nz/file/zEUCFKbb#wQ2xWXKoYxC4ADV_XutT6361oW8igOEVkzNUaLI0py4 One of the great promises in the Bible is found in the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Philippian ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-13, Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Foursquare

How Far Will You Go? Part 1

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 19, 2011

There are three questions each Christian should ask themselves when it comes to deciding just how far to go in serving the Lord. They are not easy questions, but your answers will reveal much about yourself. In 2 Corinthians 6, Paul gives us a clear choic

Answer this question for yourself: “I feel good about my life when …” In a way, the Apostle Paul could be asking the Corinthians to consider this question when they judge him. If you answer the question: “I feel best when external circumstances are not difficult and when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God's Eternal Yes And Yes! Series

Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Oct 20, 2012

2 Corinthians 1:12-24. God's eternal 'yes and yes' states a truth which dispells the relativism and lies of the post-modern era, where each person claims the right to their truth. Christians are called to rebut this split world view with the true unity

We just starting out on our sermon series through Paul’s second letter to the Christians at Corinth. This week we hear Paul as he engages a Christian community that is living out the fruits of a cultural context that was more of Greek philosophy than of God. I always wonder how it is we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:12-24

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Strength In Weakness: Embracing God's Grace Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2023

In 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, we discover that our weaknesses are not hindrances but opportunities for God's grace and power to shine. Let us embrace our vulnerabilities, boast in our weaknesses, find joy in adversity, and become sources of comfort to others.

"Strength in Weakness: Embracing God's Grace" Introduction: Today, we delve into a profound message found in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (NLT): "Each time he said, 'My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.' So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, 2 Corinthians 12:9, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, 2 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Champion's Anthem

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Jun 19, 2024

Paul describes what I am calling the "Champion's Anthem" in 2 Corinthians 4:7-10. It's a description of what it means to press into the pain so that God's grace would reign.

The Champion’s Anthem is what I call Apostle Paul’s description of hard times described in 2 Corinthians 4:7-10. Here is my rendition of that– “I am squeezed but not squished, still having hope–even at the end of my rope. I am still in the race, even if I am being chased, and I may be knocked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, Isaiah 55:11, Ecclesiastes 9:4, Habakkuk 3:19, 2 Corinthians 4:7, 1 Peter 4:12, 2 Corinthians 3:18  (view more)  (view less)