2 Corinthians

From the series: Acts: The Church on the Move

"A storm reveals the strength of a tree's roots." Paul's shipwreck in Acts 27 becomes a masterclass in spiritual resilience. While experienced sailors panic, this prisoner-apostle brings calm to chaos. Why? Because he understood that whether we cause our storms or they're beyond our control, God's faithfulness remains constant. The answer to every storm isn't better circumstances, it's always Jesus.

From the series: Jars of Clay

In life, it can feel seemingly impossible to keep a Godly perspective. When we face tensions, we often try to control everything, when what we really need to do is turn our cares over to God.

From the series: Jars of Clay

Paul is writing to a church that has become adverse to him. And the reason it's become adverse to him is because these leaders have crept into the church and they've preached a different message, a different Jesus.

From the series: Jars of Clay

When God gets ahold of your heart, he transforms your life. When we truly recognize what God has done for us we will respond by loving and serving those around us.

From the series: Jars of Clay

Why does the Apostle Paul choose to boast in his weaknesses? How many heavens are there? While these questions might not seem related, we discover their connection in today’s message.

From the series: Jars of Clay

The Apostle Paul contrasts his life and that of those in Corinth that would seek to distort the Gospel. Paul boasts not of his greatness and success, but of his suffering for the cause of Christ. For it is humility that is a result of abiding in Christ. Pride or boasting are contrary to the message of Christ.

From the series: Jars of Clay

Paul is going to deal with the heresy that's taught by religious leaders in the Church of Corinth that's brought really destruction into the church and hurt their relationship with the apostle Paul and more importantly, with God.

From the series: Jars of Clay

Today we examine Godly leadership. Each of us has the opportunity to influence those around us. Sometimes we can become fixated on what we think our calling is, but are we following our own ideas or submitting to God’s plan for us?

From the series: Jars of Clay

The Apostle Paul talks about his meekness in serving the Lord, but what does Godly meekness look like? It might be a little different than you think.

From the series: Jars of Clay

Having a lot of things in life doesn’t equate to happiness in life. We tend to find our identity in our stuff, but Paul wants us to understand that true wealth comes from serving others.

From the series: Jars of Clay

Discusses the themes of grace in adversity, sacrificial serving, and faithful generosity, as taught by Paul. It emphasizes the importance of demonstrating genuine love through actions, especially in challenging times. Encourages believers to live generously and selflessly, mirroring Christ’s example, and highlights how such a lifestyle reflects a deep understanding of the gospel and enriches one's life.

From the series: Jars of Clay

What is true Godly generosity and how does that express itself in our lives? In 2nd Corinthians 8, the Apostle Paul reflects on the church Macedonia and their giving hearts.

From the series: Jars of Clay

In today's passage the Apostle Paul tackles the issue of conflict in relationships. This is a fact of life that we all face. During conflict we can reflect on the power of the Gospel and how it can transform our relationships.

From the series: Jars of Clay

When the Apostle Paul says, "Do not be mismatched with unbelievers" what does he mean? Is he just talking about marriage? Today, we examine a larger point he’s making about our position in our community.

From the series: Jars of Clay

The Apostle Paul reflects on how we will face all kinds of adversity in the Christian walk, but that God is faithful and will provide us with the endurance through His grace.

From the series: Jars of Clay

In 2 Corinthians 5, the Apostle Paul encourages us to "persuade others". This doesn't mean being pushy, but to provide a reasonable explanation of how Jesus could have an impact on their lives.

From the series: Jars of Clay

God has a mission for us in this world, to connect and serve those around us, like Jesus did. As we remain on mission for Him, we have a place to rest in His security, so we can withstand whatever the world throws at us.

From the series: Jars of Clay

2 Corinthians 4:13–15 reminds us that we will suffer because of the Gospel for the glory of God, but He will not allow us to be crushed.

From the series: Jars of Clay

Explores Paul's steadfast commitment to preaching the gospel despite opposition. It highlights how Paul and Timothy reject deceitful practices, focusing instead on the open declaration of truth. Underscores the battle against spiritual blindness, emphasizing Jesus as the manifestation of God's glory and the light of the gospel.

From the series: Jars of Clay

Do you feel like you never quite live up to religious expectations? That if you could just work a little bit more you can be good enough? The Apostle Paul confronts this way of thinking and reminds us that we can only find true freedom in Jesus.

From the series: Jars of Clay

The sense of smell can invoke memories and emotional reactions. In today's passage Paul reminds us of how we are to be the pleasing aroma of Christ in this world. We need to be people of sincerity, sharing the love of Jesus with those around us.

From the series: Jars of Clay

In this passage the Apostle Paul addresses the issue of conflict and difficulties we can face in relationships with those around us.

From the series: Jars of Clay

When you live for Christ, there will be people who don't agree with you and criticize you for your faith. How do we respond to our critics? We need to plant our roots deep into Jesus.

From the series: Jars of Clay

We're beginning a new series in 2nd Corinthians and how God's power is made evident in our weaknesses. The Christian walk can feel like a struggle at time, but we can find strength by surrendering our weakness and struggles to Christ.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Explores the concept of spiritual enlightenment and the transformation through understanding Christ's role in revealing God's glory. It emphasizes how true religion and the new birth are beyond natural human capacity, requiring a divine miracle. It delves into the significance of Christ's sacrifice, the need for a new birth, and the impact of the Gospel on understanding and appreciating God's glory.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Discusses the church's core values and mission. It emphasizes the importance of a transformational relationship with Christ and focuses on the church's philosophy of being biblically sound and culturally relevant. Encourages active participation in the church community and outlines ways to connect and be involved in church activities, reflecting on the significance of each individual's contribution to the church's mission.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Discusses the Apostle Paul's struggles and perseverance during his missionary journeys. It highlights Paul's experiences of rejection, hardship, and physical suffering in various cities. Despite these challenges, Paul continued to spread the Gospel, relying on God's strength in moments of weakness. Emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's presence and power in difficult times, drawing parallels between Paul's experiences and contemporary challenges faced by believers.

From the series: Family

We talked about if you're ever on edge, if you've got frustration building up inside of you, how do you deal with that? Today we're going to deal with it from the other side. How do you approach that dialogue in a way that produces something that God would desire?

From the series: One Another

Highlights the transformative power of God's comfort through community and scripture, especially during hardships. It underscores that Christians should support each other by sharing God's comfort, reflecting its ability to transcend personal afflictions and strengthen communal bonds.

From the series: FAQs

Emphasizes confidence in salvation through understanding the finished and ongoing work of Christ. It discusses the importance of a personal, relational faith over mere religious observance, stressing that true security in Christ comes from intimate, personal knowledge of Jesus and the transformation He brings into our lives.

From the series: FAQs

Discusses the nature of heaven as a place of eternal joy and fulfillment, emphasizing its beauty and perfection. It explores the biblical descriptions and assures believers of the glory and peace awaiting in heaven, far surpassing earthly understanding.

From the series: Rethink Church

Paul discusses how believers should live for Christ despite struggles, using his own experience of a "thorn in the flesh." He emphasizes the importance of relying on God's grace, which is sufficient for all weaknesses and difficulties. Paul highlights that God's power is made perfect in our weaknesses, encouraging believers to find strength in their dependence on Christ and to live out their faith with humility and perseverance.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Discusses how believers can keep from losing heart amid life's challenges by focusing on the mercy and goodness of Christ. Highlights the importance of surrendering to Jesus, embracing the new heart given by God, and walking in the light of His grace.

From the series: Overcome

Emphasizes overcoming challenges by shifting focus from obstacles to opportunities. It highlights the importance of viewing difficulties through God's perspective, finding comfort in God's presence, and using personal experiences to help others.

Our real battles are not fought with worldly weapons. A devotion on 2 Corinthians 10 and the spiritual warfare every believer is called to fight.

Holiness is not something we white-knuckle on our own. A devotion on 2 Corinthians 7:1 and partnering with the Spirit to become like Christ.

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