Grace E-Free Church - Denison, Iowa - Sermons

2 Corinthians - Part 10 – 8.1-24 — Encouraging Giving

Paul encourages the Corinthian Christians to help the Jerusalem Christians with generous financial gifts - because they all follow the same Lord Jesus.  He encourages them to give within their means as God has blessed them.

2 Corinthians - Part 9 – 7.1-16 — Paul’s Joy

Even though our heart/spirit/soul can only be changed and cleansed by the Holy Spirit - we are to "cleanse ourselves" with effort by focusing on the person of Jesus - including His commandments that we try to follow, with His help, to show that we Love Him.

 

2 Corinthians - Part 8 – 6.1-18 — The Temple of the Living God

Paul cautions the Corinthian Christians to not "receive the grace of God in vain" by distorting it or underestimating its power.

He also instructs them that they should not have deep relationships with non-believers because they are now the dwelling place of God (God's temple) and this should be the most important thing in their life.

2 Corinthians - Part 7 – 5.11-21 — The Ministry of Reconciliation

Paul tells us that true Followers of Jesus are Ambassadors for Him.  This is both a great privilege and responsibility that we should take very seriously.  

As believers we need not fear the punishment of God, but can see and even address God as Father (who offers us His love through His Grace, shown in His Son).  He helps us see things from a heavenly point of view and not a worldly view. 

2 Corinthians - Part 6 – 5.1-10 — Our Heavenly Dwelling

The Apostle Paul gives some good inspired guidance and information about life after death.  What happens after we die?  This sermon dives deeply into that.

2 Corinthians - Part 5 – 4.1-18 — The Light of the gospel

Paul teaches that he gospel of Jesus is sufficient and perfect - nothing needs to be twisted, manipulated or added — proclaim it as it is given — the key is to help people understand it, then believe it.

He also teaches that the Cost of Discipleship is great, but the things most important things for us should be the treasures that are eternal

2 Corinthians - Part 4 – 3.1-18 — Ministers of a New Covenant

Paul tells the Corinthian church that his confidence in life lies with his faith in Christ and that the message he brings is sufficient for all they need to follow Christ.

He also teaches that there will always be a barrier to true faith without a person's humble turning to the LORD - realizing their guilt, repenting, and experiencing the grace of Christ.

2 Corinthians - Part 3 – 2.5-17 — Triumph in Christ

In this personal letter to the ancient church in Corinth Paul writes of Christian Forgiveness done right as an offending person is reconciled back to the church.  Paul continues by applying a wonderful Old Testament metaphor to the work of making disciples for Christ.

2 Corinthians - Part 2 – 1.12-2.4 — Paul’s change of plans

Paul defends his change of plans regarding coming to Corinth again - revealing that it was because of his love for them.  He also makes a strong statement that all of the promises of God are fulfilled in Jesus.

2 Corinthians - Part 1 – 1.1-11 — God of All Comfort

Paul begins his final letter to the church in Corinth by emphasizing the comfort he has from God because of his saving connection with Him.  This comfort is extended to all who respond to the gospel and experience the Grace of Christ.  This also sustains believers through good times and bad as they help and pray for each other.