Sermons about 1 Corinthians 1:17-2:5

The Weakness Of God

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Apr 8, 2003

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A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Lent

3 Lent Sermon I Corinthians 1:22-25 "The Weakness of God??" 22 For Jews demand signs and Greeks seek wisdom, 23 but we preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and folly to Gentiles, 24 but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. 25 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Preparing For The Cross

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Apr 11, 2003

based on 64 ratings

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God took the vilest, ugliest, most sinful thing and by His love, transformed it into something that we would wear around our necks, or place in a our sanctuaries. Is there something in your life that He could do the same to?

Tell your neighbor, "There is a message in the cross and you need to know what it is!" Then look at your other neighbor and ask, "What is the message of the cross?" Chris was explaining basic Christian theology to Jen when they were quit a bit younger. He said, “You see Jen, it was Jesus’ job to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

Cloth Tearer Or Net Mender?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 14, 2003

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We all know that division causes problems - but where does it really come from? Paul gives us insights and warnings that any one of us could be the cause of division in our church. Find out the qualities of a good and bad leader.

For an audio copy of this message, go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com 10 I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought. First off, I like how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Easter- The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by George Rennau on Apr 17, 2003

based on 56 ratings

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All those who reject the message of the cross are lost and dying and headed for judgement, but there is still time, JESUS will save all those who come to Him through the Power of the Cross

Easter - THE POWER OF THE CROSS INTRODUCTION: Have you heard of the book called “The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook?” It’s a survival manual, based on interviews with experts (You can view this book online at Amazon.com) Here are some of the subjects covered in the book: • How to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Easter - The Wisdom Of The Cross

Contributed by George Rennau on Apr 17, 2003

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The message of the cross is the manifestation of God’s wise plan to save all mankind from sin and death.

Easter - THE WISDOM OF THE CROSS This morning’s message as we draw close to resurrection Sunday is entitled “The Wisdom of the Cross” Text: 1 Cor. 1:23-25 but we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles, [24] but to those whom God has called, both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

255 - Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Apr 19, 2003

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What does the "Cross of Christ" represent to us today? Discover 5 "power purposes" for the Cross.

Sermon Study #255 - POWER OF THE CROSS Key Scripture: (1 Cor 1:17-18) For Christ did not send me (Paul) to baptize, but to preach the gospel--not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. (18) For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Foolish Wisdom Of God

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 21, 2003

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At first blush, God’s wisdom seems so elementary, so foolish even. We as humans love to debate and create big complicated philosophies. Instead, the Apostle Paul shows us how to simplify our understanding to know the REAL wisdom of God.

For an audio copy of this message, go to: LivingWatersWeb.com If I asked you to name some great speakers – who comes to mind? Oddly, when I thought about it, the first person who came to my mind was Oliver North. Remember Ollie North? He was the guy who helped mastermind the sale Iran/contra ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Foolishness Of God

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Apr 22, 2003

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Paul refers to the "foolishness of God" and the "weakness of God." Is God indeed foolish and weak?

THE FOOLISHNESS OF GOD Preached At Point Assembly of God on April 20, 2003 By Louis Bartet --- TITLE: The Foolishness of God TEXT: 1 Cor. 1:18, 23-25 TOPIC: Trusting God is better than relying on our own powerless foolishness. --- 18 For the word of the cross is to those who are perishing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Peace Be With You-Holy Humor Sunday

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Apr 27, 2003

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For a second year in a row, our church has celebrated Holy Humor Sunday. This sermon on Thomas, and Jesus’ statement, “Peace, be with you!” tries to bring some sense of “holy humor” into an otherwise less than humorous world.

“Peace Be With You” John 20:19-31, Holy Humor Sunday, April 27, 2003 Purpose: For a second year in a row, our church has celebrated Holy Humor Sunday. This sermon on Thomas, and Jesus’ statement, “Peace, be with you!” tries to bring some sense of “holy humor” into an otherwise less than ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-22, John 20:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

Restoring Unity

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 2, 2003

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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

The Cross I Need

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 31, 2002

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Compare your life with the life of a man who met Jesus up while on his way to punish Jesus’ disciples. What did the cross mean to him?

Let’s think for a moment about a man who was moving up the ladder of success in his field, having been taught in the finest schools, awarded most likely to succeed among his peers, powerful and on fire with a bright future before him. But suddenly he threw it all away. He gave up marriage, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Can Use You

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Sep 1, 2002

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God often uses the most unlikey people to do His work. He can use you as well. Note: At the (*) I has asked a violin player to beging playing the hymn "Amazing Grace". I would imagine that your piano or organ player could do the same. The effect was phen

God Can Use You 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 Intro: It never ceases to amaze me the people that God chooses to do His work. -We would choose “the wise, the mighty, the weak”. Vs 26 -Instead God uses... (Vss. 27,28) -"The foolish things of the world to confound the wise;" -"The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of The Cross

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 23, 2002

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Paul declares, "The Jews stumble over the cross. And the Greeks think it is foolishness. But others see in it the power & wisdom of God." And there are still those 3 kinds of people in the world today. (*PowerPoint available - #243)

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX (Changed e-mail address:PowerPoint slides used in this sermon are available at no charge. Just e-mail me at mnewland@sstelco.com with your request - #243.) (This is an update and a revision of a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Word Of The Cross

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 26, 2002

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There is soul saving power in the message of the cross.

THE WORD OF THE CROSS I Cor. 1:17-18 INTRO. "preaching" = word (logos) See John 1:1; explain - What is the significance of a word? Words without proper definitions are just so much useless babble. It is not the word itself that carries power, but rather the meaning of that word. God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Confusion Of Christianity

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002

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Exploration of the paradox of Christianity

Paradox -- a seemingly contradictory statement that may nonetheless be true Para -- beyond Dox -- (dokein -- to think, opinion) (doxa -- glory) There are many paradoxes within Christianity. Listen to how one contemporary Christian song summarized a few: The Rose of Sharon wore a crown of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:24-31

Denomination: Church Of God

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