Sermons on 2 Corinthians
Ministers of Reconciliation
Embrace God’s Word with us as Kurt Gelman (candidate for Lead Pastor at Midland Free) preaches from 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 in the message, Ministers of Reconciliation. I. Enjoy God: The Motivation II. Embrace His Word: The Message III. Engage His World: The Ministry
The “S” Word: Suffering
Embrace God’s Word as Elder Len Bogan teaches from John 9:1-3 in the sermon, The “S” Word: Suffering. Ways God uses suffering:• Judgment• To remove an idol• Discipline (unto holiness)• Teach us to rely on God• Teach us our own sinfulness• Teach us obedience• So we can comfort others• So we can know the heart of God• Opportunity to do good• Testimony John 16:33 “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the…
Why Crucify Jesus?
Jesus was more than a good man or a respected teacher. Only Jesus was the true son of the Father who was perfect in every way. Only Jesus could pay the penalty for our sins on the cross. He is the Law fulfilled. He is the perfect high priest who makes atonement for our sins before the Father. May we treasure Christ above everything else! Listen as Pastor Jeremy Lobdell continues the Encounter the Incredible sermon series in Mark 15:1-15 with…
Keeping a Kingdom Focus in a Whacked Out World
Our culture has changed rapidly over the last 10 years. Words are being redefined, people are confused, families and friends are divided, and anger abounds. If only we had a source of TRUTH that is eternal – a truth for all people at any time…. Praise God, WE DO! We have the unchanging, inerrant, promise-filled, eternal Word of God. Listen as Pastor Chuck begins the new year in a timely sermon from 2 Peter 1:3-4 in the sermon, Keeping a…
Zoom Out, Zoom In
The Lord calls his followers to serve and reach out to others! The Kingdom grows by everyday actions of faithful believers. While good works are part of the normal Christian life, we must remember that we are not saved by our good works, but we are saved for good works. Listen as Steve Scott preaches in the sermon, “Zoom Out, Zoom In” as part of our GoLocal Sunday outreach: What does it mean to follow Jesus? Why does the Lord…
Living with an Open Hand
We want to live with joyful and bountiful hearts as conduits of God’s generosity to others with our time, resources, and skills instead of living with closed hands and sparing hearts. We want to be contented people who trust God to supply both what is needed today and what is needed in the future. Listen as Elder Jeff Koehlinger us leads us through 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 in his message about how to live with an open hand (and heart) as…
The Trap, The Law, The Loopholes, The Truth
How’s your heart? How’s your heart toward singleness, marriage, divorce, remarriage, or adultery? Jesus had a lot to say about these topics. What is God’s intent for these relationships? Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches us from Mark 10:1-12 in his sermon: The Trap, The Law, The Loopholes, and the Truth. Scripture References: Mark 10:1-12 Genesis 1:26-27 Ephesians 5:22-31 2 Corinthians 6:14-16
Life, Suffering and Roller Coasters
What’s the purpose of suffering that we can’t control – the suffering that comes into our life through no fault of our own? Why does God allow suffering to come into our lives? Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches us from 1 Peter 4:12-19: What’s the purpose of suffering? How should I approach suffering? Scriptures: 1 Peter 4:12-19 2 Thessalonians 1:5 Romans 12:2 2 Corinthians 10:5 James 5:13 Download Life Group Questions for this sermon. 1 Peter 4:12-19 ESV Beloved, do not…