Sermons on Corinthian Church:

Restoring Unity

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 2, 2003

The Corinthians church had some unity issues. Paul gives them some help here in rediscovering the unity that was their’s, but that had become a thing of the past.

Passage: I Corinthians 1:10-17 Intro: There has been an atmosphere of division in our land for decades 1. abortion, fiscal policy, size of government, morals,…you name it! 2. election troubles in FL, Pres. Bush comes in under a cloud 3. but all that has changed now, and there is a spirit of unity ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Of First Importance

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010

The truth never loses its power but people can lose their grip on the truth. The struggles in the Corinthian church made it clear to Paul that they needed to refocus their attention on the gospel.

Of First Importance 03/23/08 PM Text and Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 INTRODUCTION: The truth never loses its power. People, however, often lose their grip on truth. The struggles in the Corinthian church made it clear to Paul that they needed to refocus their attention on the gospel. The Greeks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord's Supper Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 16, 2023

Based on 1 Corinthians 11:23-28 - Encourages hearers to consider the reasons why we observe the Lord's Supper

“WHY DO WE DO THAT? – LORD’S SUPPER” 1 Cor. 11:23-28 FBCF – 1/15/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – There are so many areas in life where we obedience is necessary. - Traffic laws - Dr’s instructions – Pharmacist’s instructions - Rules & regulations in athletics - Hunting regulations Reasons: - For our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Gift Empowered Ministry, The Application Of Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 30, 2005

The Scriptures list and speak regarding spiritual gifts. Here, Paul is teaching the Corinthian believers truth concerning spiritual gifts. From his manner of writing, it is easy to discern, that the Corinthian church was involved in dispute over the val

GIFT EMPOWERED MINISTRY The Application of Spiritual Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 INTRODUCTION: A spiritual gift is, “the supernatural ability to carry out the work of Christ through his church.” Twice in this chapter, and in three other places, The Scriptures list and speak regarding spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon - Standing Strong In The Faith In A World Of Temptation

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 15, 2025

After Paul heard troubling reports about the church in Corinth and received a letter that the church wrote him, he responded by writing 1 Corinthians. His most basic purpose is to exhort the Corinthian church to live like who they are: “saints” or God’s holy people.

Subject: Standing Strong In a World of Temptation Text: 1Corinthians 16:13-14 “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love.” Introduction: How do you stand strong against temptation? It’s not surprising for a church to have sin problems. A church is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Ecclesiastes 4:12

Denomination: Methodist

1 Corinthians: The Church Fully Equipped For Boasting...in Christ

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 29, 2017

It's not our wisdom, power, or riches that we should boast about, but the fact that God has given us faith in Jesus.

I want to begin by testing your celebrity savvy this morning. Who said the following? “Let me tell you, I’m a really smart guy.” “I’m also honored to have the greatest temperament that anybody has.” “I think I am, actually humble. I think I’m much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Church Discipline Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 1, 2011

We conclude our lesson about the discipline of immoral church members by looking at the extent of discipline.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the discipline of church members engaged in blatant and unrepentant sin. Let’s learn about this in a message I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:9-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Is Wounded By The Dividing Of Church

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Were you baptized in the name of Paul? - 1 Corinthians 1:13 It seems like a harmless statement given to us by the Apostle Paul, not just a statement a question: "Is Christ divided?" Of course the answer wo ..

Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Were you baptized in the name of Paul? - 1 Corinthians 1:13 It seems like a harmless statement given to us by the Apostle Paul, not just a statement a question: "Is Christ divided?" Of course the answer would be "no" he is not divided or who would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seated At Christ's Table Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 30, 2005

This message deals with the thought that Communio is all about God and not about us. Additionally, the Corinthians church was acting in such a way that communion was divisive and thus did more harm than good for the local church.

SEATED AT CHRIST’S TABLE 1 CORINTHIANS 11:17-34 INTRODUCTION: Last week we looked at the beginning of this chapter as an introduction to this section of 1 Corinthians, from chapter 11 through chapter 14. The major thought is that of public worship, and our propriety or activity in that worship. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

Talking In Church

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 21, 2002

Did you know that God has rules about talking in Church? There is an entire chapter in the Bible that addresses this. It is 1 Cor. 14.

Rules for Talking in Church 1 Cor. 14:1-39 When I was little, one thing I remember about going to church was that I was supposed to be quiet. My mom and dad made it clear that there were dire consequences for disobeying this rule. Even passing notes was considered breaking the rule. As far as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Warts And All

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 10, 2008

An introductory sermon for a series of sermons on the letters to the Corinthians. Outline taken from Chuck Warnock of Confessions of a Small Church Pastor

Sermon for 1/6/2007 Introduction to Corinthians 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 Introduction: A. Read 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 B. In the newsletter I said, The Corinthian church destroys the idea that the early church is a model for us to imitate! The early church as recorded in Acts is worthy of our imitation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Powers (1 Corinthians 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 25, 2021

Spiritual manifestations were popular in the church in Corinth and they still are today. Paul does not want us to be uninformed. How can we get a godly balance in regard to unique skills given by the Spirit?

Spiritual manifestations were popular in the church in Corinth and they still are today. Paul does not want us to be uninformed. How can we get a godly balance in regard to unique skills given by the Spirit? Spiritual gift tests probably still make the rounds of churches. They are simplistic and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Giving - With What Kind Of Givers Is God Pleased? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 25, 2008

In this last lesson from the series we look at some princples of giving found in Paul’s correspondence with the Corinthian church, and I try to inspire us with the joy of giving.

Introduction: A. One Sunday a preacher told his congregation that the church needed some extra money and asked the people to prayerfully consider giving a little extra in the offering plate that morning. 1. He said that whoever gave the most would be able to pick out three hymns. 2. After the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Know What You Have (Don't Be Deceived!) Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 4, 2014

Deception is the main fighting tactic of the Enemy and we are called to NOT be deceived by his wiles. Paul addresses the Corinthian church and admonishes/challenges them to not be deceived and to not be proud, but that they belong to God!

Sermon Brief Date Written: April 03, 2014 Date Preached: April 06, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series From 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Know What You Have! (don’t be deceived) Sermon Text: 1 Cor 3:18-23 [NLT] 18Stop deceiving yourselves. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

Death Is Swallowed Up In Victory

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Apr 22, 2019

St Paul has very strong arguments for the resurrection and writes to the Corinthian Church to counteract those who are denying that the resurrection of the dead - if that is so Christ has not been raised.

Death is swallowed up in Victory 1 Corinthians 15: 54 Reading for The New Testament lesson – 1 Corinthians 15: 12-22, 54b-57 (3 readers: 1 and 2 plus a Narrator) 1 We proclaim that Christ has been raised from the dead, 2 How can some of you say there is no resurrection of the dead? 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-22, Romans 8:34-39, 1 Corinthians 15:54-57