Sermons on Kehillah In Corinth I 4:5:

I'm Ok, Right?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

All of us need to be concerned about our spiritual health at least as much as we are about our physical well-being

I don't know about you, but if I had a doctor like Dr. Kraft in this morning's skit, I would find a new physician too. Friends, very few people want to go to a doctor who lies to them. We want to know the truth, even if it is unpleasant, so we can maybe take some action to keep the bad news ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5, Romans 3:10-23

Denomination: Baptist

Missionary Burnout: Causes & Cures

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Aug 10, 2001

A personal testimony of one missionary’s struggle with burnout and how he found relief.

MISSIONARY BURNOUT: CAUSES & CURES BY GREG WADDELL II CORINTHIANS 2:14-17 "WHO IS EQUAL TO SUCH A TASK?" I. INTRODUCTION A. Background My wife and I have been missionaries for 18 years. In 1982, with $150 of monthly support coming in, we hit the road with our one-year-old daughter to raise funds ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, 1 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Jesus Wants Us To Leave Judging To God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Judge not lest you be judged. For in the way you criticize others you will be criticized.

Why Jesus wants us to leave the Judging to God ILlustration:It was F.B. Meyer, I believe, who once said that when we see a brother or sister in sin, there are two things we do not know: First, we do not know how hard he or she tried not to sin. And second, we do not know the power of the forces ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stewardship

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: We are stewards ultimately accountable to God.

Thesis: We are stewards ultimately accountable to God. Intro.: 1. I'll never forget a particular episode of NBC's "Night Court." a. Focused on "Bull" (bailiff). 1) On top of bldg. helping maint. worker pull up a cable. 2) During storm; Bull struck by lightning, semi-conscious. 3) Worker below ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Love's Last Resort

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. As disciples of Jesus we've committed ourselves to be like our Master. a. Those are pretty big sandals to fill! 1) "Perfect, attaining to measure ... of Christ" (Eph. 4:13). 2) "We proclaim him, ad. & tch. ... perfect in Christ" (Col. 1:28). 3) "Be perfect as Father in heaven is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-13

Attributes Of God - Complimenatry To Energizer

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 21, 2001

Praises for the attributes of God from complimentary to energizer

90. Complimentary – I praise you Lord as you know how to affirm me by acknowledging the good works you have graciously allowed me to do. “Therefore, judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Faithful

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 29, 2001

How do you measure success? The world may measure success by profit, prosperity, or prestige. God measure success by our faithfulness. How faithful are you to God?

Are you successful today? What measure do you use to measure success? The world may measure success by profit - how much are you earning? By prosperity - what do you own? By prestige - how high are you in the corporate ladder? How does God measure success? We’ll see from scriptures that God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

True Ministers Of The Gospel

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 28, 2002

Expository Sermon from 1 Corinthians 4:1-7 on the stewardship of the gospel entrusted to us.

It was in Okinawa in WWII, a tremendous Japanese defense was located on Hem Hill. For 13 days Americans were penned at the base of Hem Hill and thousands had died. On the 13th day, a reconnaisance team of 6 men was sent to ascend Hem Hill. Within minutes, 5 of the men were dead, and 1 man, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Three Courts Of Judgment

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

There are many who seek to judge us, but only one really matters.

Introduction: In Exodus 18, there’s an interesting incident where Moses was visited by his father-in-law, Jethro. During his visit, Jethro noticed that Moses was spending all day trying to settle the questions and disputes of the people of Israel. So he said to Moses, "I’ve got a better idea." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Measuring Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Sep 20, 2003

The three differnent ways of Measuring one’s faithfulness.

Measuring Faithfulness 1 Corinthians 4:1–6 INTRODUCTION Paul’s 1st letter to the church at Corinth was written to correct many problems that had surfaced in the church. The most pressing problem and the one that Paul addresses first is the sin of division. Paul attacks this problem head on in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Right View Of Judgement Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Feb 14, 2007

What is the Right View of Judgement

The Right View of Judgment 1 Corinthians 4:1-7 Introduction A. The word translated “servants” (v. 1) was used commonly to refer to those who pulled the oars on the lower deck of a galley. B. Christians are servants. We should not be seeking status or recognition. I. Think About ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Entrusted With The Gospel Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 15, 2007

It is required of a steward that they be found worthy...how does this apply to us having been entrusted with the gospel?

Audio is at http://www.adrian.warnock.info/2006/02/stewardship-entrusted-with-gospel.htm Bible verses 1 Cor 4:1-5; 2 Cor 5:9 6:4; Ro 1:15-17;1 Peter 3:15-16; 1Th 2:4; Col 1:25; 1 tim 1:11-12; Luke 12:48 Now that we have been entrusted with the gospel what should we do? LOVE IT! LIVE IT! ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 8 - Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Sep 13, 2006

Examine the fruit of Faith which can only come from the Holy Spirit.

The Fruit of the Spirit Part 8 – Faith Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME We are continuing our Series on The Fruits of the Holy Spirit. We’ve spoke over the past few weeks on Love, Joy and Peace, longsuffering, gentleness and goodness. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Bible Church

Servants Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Nov 9, 2006

Paul tells the believers about servanthood.

SERVANTS OF THE GOSPEL 1 Corinthians 4:1-7 I. Think About Faithfulness—(vv. 1-2). A. Those entrusted. This phrase is from the Greek word for “stewards.” As Christians we are stewards and we are to be faithful to our trust. B. The secret things of God. This is from the Greek word translated ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Serving Christ Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Dec 1, 2006

What does it mean to serve Christ? Paul talks about servant-leadership in this passage and calls for humility among those who think they are wise and brilliant enough to lead the church.

THE TRUTH ABOUT SERV ING CHRIST Whenever a title like this is used several thoughts go through our minds: “You mean there is something false about the way we serve?” “There’s a ‘truth’ I didn’t know about?” “Is this something new?” To set your minds at ease I must confess that this is nothing new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Mennonite