2 Corinthians 1:3-7 Comfort One Another
Paul has had some very trying experiences since his last communication with the Church in Corinth. In this passage he discusses the opportunity in the Church to comfort one another as each has been comforted by God.
Judges 13:1-25 Samson’s Parents
This couple has a very unique relationship. Let’s examine the marriage relationship through this couple in their encounter wit the Angel of God.
Introduction to 2 Corinthians
Before launching into a study of 2 Corinthians, it is necessary to examine the events leading up to this letter. It is impossible to reconstruct some of the history, but the portions we know are important to the context of 2 Corinthians.
Judges 11:29-12:7 Jephthah’s Vow
This is one of the most tragic stories in all of Scripture. But, is it possible that we don’t know the whole story? Possibly. Let’s take a closer look.
Nehemiah 9:1-38 A Prayer of Confession
The faithful preaching of the Word of God brings an emotional response, then an intellectual response, then a volitional response. Now, the final response is confession of sin and repentance. This is the model for all believers.
Judges 10:1-11:28 Who is Jephthah?
The story of Jephthah is complicated. In these verses we just learn a little about the time, the culture, and the state of the Nation of Israel, such as it is. Then we are introduced to Jephthah; his story is intriguing and tragic at the same time.
1 Corinthians 16:13-24 Closing Exhortations
Paul gives some pretty stern words in this closing portion, but he smothers them in love. He impresses upon them their individual responsibility to take action and mature in the faith. This is a good word for the Church today.
1 Corinthians 16:1-11 On Being Charitable
Finally! Paul begins to close this letter, and this chapter is a lot lighter fare than previous chapters. In these first eleven verses the Apostle gives instructions on charitable giving, and charitable hospitality.
Nehemiah 8:1-8 Back to the Basics
The walls around Jerusalem are completed! Now the people ask for Ezra to begin reading and teaching the Law to them. This stirs the people, and they begin afresh to obey God; it is Back to the Basics, again.
1 Corinthians 15:50-58 Steadfast, Immovable, Always Working
Having settled at the doctrine of the resurrection, Paul charges the Church to “be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord …” This is the cornerstone for the sermon today.
