Sermons on Paradoxes In The Pauline Epistles:

The Paradox Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Jun 3, 2015

Seeing the Church through grace and peace

This sermon (1 Corinthians 1: 18 - 2: 5) was preached at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey, on Sunday 31 May 2015. Introduction The Corinthian church was very much like us – within a society that had no moral compass and experiencing a religious maelstrom where it seemed as though every ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Paradox Of Grace

Contributed by Robert Houston, Sr. on Feb 21, 2002

An examination of the Church at Macedonia.

Sermon by Pastor Robert Earl Houston, Sr., Assistant Pastor Westwood Baptist Church, University Center Nashville, Tennessee - www.westwoodbcuc.org www.roberthouston.org 2 Corinthians 8:1-2: ”Moreover, brethren, we make know to you the grace of God bestowed upon the churches of Macedonia: that in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Biblical Paradoxes...

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Oct 7, 2014

To draw valuable lessons from Biblical Paradoxes...

BIBLICAL PARADOXES Before focusing upon the Biblical paradoxes, let’s focus upon what the Oxford Dictionary has to say about the word “Paradox”. Well it defines the same as “a seemingly absurd or contradictory ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20

Denomination: *other

Living In An Epistle Era

Contributed by Mark Kang on Jun 22, 2006

Living as a Christian in an era of opinion

Intro: There have been many turning points in American history. Points that have forever altered the course of the country. There was the revolutionary war, there was pre-civil war and post civil war. Most recently there has been pre 9-11 and post 9-11. In all of these situations, the country ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Epistle From An Apostle Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 21, 2010

Exposition of the first nine verses of 1 Cor, regarding the nature of the church and those make it up.

Text: 1 Cor. 1:1-9, Title: An Epistle from An Apostle, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/13/10, AM A. Opening illustration: Abraham Lincoln’s secretary of war, Edwin Stanton, was angered by an army officer who accused him of favoritism. Stanton complained to Lincoln, who suggested that Stanton write the officer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Election In The Epistles And Revelation Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Nov 17, 2015

There is no question about the teachings of Paul the apostle in regard to election. Peter, John and the rest are all in agreement. He does what He wills!

Romans Romans is the heartland of Sovereignty teaching. Here are the Bible's most troubling verses on the subject, at least for those who are still in the other camp. Many have heard these verses. Most have come up with an interpretation that allows them to move on un-touched. But I suggest that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Introduction to Ephesians

EPHESIANS Read: Ephesians 1:1-2 Introduction to the Church at Ephesus: Jesus Vs Diana: Located at the western edge of Asia Minor, with easy access to the Aegean Sea, It was at its height in the 1st and 2nd centuries, a rich heritage of wealth, philosophy and Roman law. Most attractive was the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Paul's Prayer for Believers is found in Chapter 1 of the Ephesians. How and when to pray and thank God...

Day 3 Read: Ephesians 1:15-23 Paul’s Prayer v. 15. For this reason: These blessings – election, adoption, redemption, forgiveness, unity in Christ, and ultimate restoration of all creations. v.16. Give thanks: It does not merely say “thank you”, but beyond such as active witness in day today ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Methodist

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Unity is our strength to spread the Gospel. Unity is maintained by love, forgiveness and acceptance of one another's weaknesses and strengths.

Day 5 Read Ephesians 3:1-13 & Ephesians 3:14-21 3: 1 Unity: Unity among the single community was ancient unity but now he talks about unity among various classes, races and nationalities 3:3, 5 & 6,11.Mystery: Though all men are created equal still many nations held themselves as high and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Walk walk in Him

Day 6 Read Ephesians 4:1-16 v.1.walk worthy of your calling: The first three chapters talked about theology of Christian Unity which overrides all divisive factors in humankind; and, the last three chapter deal with the practical implications of that unity. It moves from Theology to practice, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Be different among your people in words, deeds and genuineness.

Day 7 Read Ephesians 4:1-16 &17-32 4:17- Not like gentiles: This new way is neither modification nor an improvement. Its a new lifestyle – in thought, character, values, relationships and motives. It is a change of ownership. 4:18-22. Put off: Break from the past, break from the sin and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-32

Denomination: Methodist

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Walk-in Light of God to glorify God in all your relationships.

Day 8 Read Ephesians 5:1-20 5:1 Be Imitators of God: Child-father metaphor, if the child spends time with a parent then they will have the same lifestyles. More time in prayer, meditation, the study of the word makes us like Jesus Christ. Christian walk in all seriousness is the theme of this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Relationship with people around you brings changes in Society and in the Kingdom of God

Day 9 Read Ephesians 5:21- 6:9 Christianity is the relationship between God and men. Church, Home, and work spot are primary areas of relationships. One cannot be a Saint at Church and wicked at work spot and Home. Holiness is not in a vacuum but in wholeness. Holiness must affect every dimension ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

We Are Living Epistles

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 13, 2022

Paul said that our lives are written epistles, and that they are being read by the entire world. He said this in order to reveal just how much influence believers can have in impacting the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

This evening we are going to discuss the power of the written letter. Have you ever thought about how powerful writing is? For example, consider how writing is used by the news media to push certain political agendas and worldviews. There’s just something about the written (or printed) word that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Paradoxes Series

Contributed by George Durham on Feb 15, 2002

The radical call of Christ is to live with a counter-culture world view based on the paradoxes of Christianity.

CHRISTIAN PARADOXES A paradox is a statement that doesn’t seem to make sense; but when understood, makes a lot of sense. In fact, a paradox says something that couldn’t be said as well any other way. Jesus made some paradoxical statements. He did so to draw the attention of His listeners, who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-13, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Methodist