29 sermons preach from 1 Corinthians 2 — 28 from real church libraries, transcribed and indexed to the verse, and 1 from the classic library.
“our speech is not with the enticing words of man's wisdom, but in the demonstration of the power of the Holy Ghost.”
“For when I came to you, I came not with eloquency of speech, but I came in simplicity.”
A practical message on ministry and worship excellence: let Scripture shape church life, let Christlike character shape conduct, and let grace fuel genuine, unified worship and service rather than performance or preference-driven division.
“And I, brethren, when I came to you, did not come with excellence of speech or of wisdom ... For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.”
A Bible study on 1 Corinthians explaining the Holy Spirit's role in the church: empowering preaching, revealing the gospel, transforming believers (washed, sanctified, justified), guiding marriage and singleness, distributing spiritual gifts, enabling discernment and tongues, and the process to receive the Holy Spirit through believing, repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit.
“Paul says when he started preaching he knew nothing except Jesus Christ crucified and came in weakness, fear, and much trembling.”
Joshua preached “Victory Beyond the World’s Cup,” calling believers to pursue eternal victory through strict spiritual training, pure motives, imitation of Christ and godly leaders, nearness to God, committed evangelism and sacrificial giving for missions.
“Apostle Paul: 'my speech and my preaching... is not with the enticing words of man's wisdom; we are not trying to be persuasive.'”
A passionate revival message calling the church to expect and connect with the Holy Spirit’s visible power—miracles, deliverance and life-change—by aligning with God’s truth and actively declaring faith.
“our speech is not with the enticing words of man's wisdom, but in the demonstration of the power of the Holy Ghost.”
A Sunday service focused on worship and prayer with an extended call to prepare spiritually for an upcoming regional convention. The service emphasized consecration, unity in prayer, expectation and faith for divine visitation, support for church leadership, and invitations to salvation and spiritual growth.
“my speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom but in demonstration of the spirit and of power”
Pastor Kim Owens preaches that believers are 'wineskins' entrusted to steward the Holy Spirit (the 'wine') by managing their words, conduct, and faithfulness. She warns that murmuring, complaining, and reliance on human wisdom shrivel spiritual capacity, while faithful speech of the mysteries of God releases revival and harvest.
“The demonstration of the spirit and of power.”
A passionate revival message calling the church to expect and connect with the Holy Spirit’s visible power—miracles, deliverance and life-change—by aligning with God’s truth and actively declaring faith.
“And my speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power.”
A Bible study on 1 Corinthians explaining the Holy Spirit's role in the church: empowering preaching, revealing the gospel, transforming believers (washed, sanctified, justified), guiding marriage and singleness, distributing spiritual gifts, enabling discernment and tongues, and the process to receive the Holy Spirit through believing, repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit.
“And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the spirit and of power; that your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.”
A passionate revival message calling the church to expect and connect with the Holy Spirit’s visible power—miracles, deliverance and life-change—by aligning with God’s truth and actively declaring faith.
“And my speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power; that your faith should not be in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.”
A Bible study on 1 Corinthians explaining the Holy Spirit's role in the church: empowering preaching, revealing the gospel, transforming believers (washed, sanctified, justified), guiding marriage and singleness, distributing spiritual gifts, enabling discernment and tongues, and the process to receive the Holy Spirit through believing, repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit.
“Paul: 'My speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power' ... 'Eye has not seen, nor ear heard' — about the hidden things God has prepared; the Spirit searches the deep things of God.”
Pastor Kim Owens preaches that believers are 'wineskins' entrusted to steward the Holy Spirit (the 'wine') by managing their words, conduct, and faithfulness. She warns that murmuring, complaining, and reliance on human wisdom shrivel spiritual capacity, while faithful speech of the mysteries of God releases revival and harvest.
“But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery... For had they known, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory; but as it is written, 'eye has not seen, nor ear heard, the things which God has prepared,' and the Spirit searches the deep things of God.”
Pastor Kim Owens preaches that believers are 'wineskins' entrusted to steward the Holy Spirit (the 'wine') by managing their words, conduct, and faithfulness. She warns that murmuring, complaining, and reliance on human wisdom shrivel spiritual capacity, while faithful speech of the mysteries of God releases revival and harvest.
“But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, the hidden wisdom which God ordained before the ages for our glory; which none of the rulers of this age knew — for had they known they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.”
A Bible study on 1 Corinthians explaining the Holy Spirit's role in the church: empowering preaching, revealing the gospel, transforming believers (washed, sanctified, justified), guiding marriage and singleness, distributing spiritual gifts, enabling discernment and tongues, and the process to receive the Holy Spirit through believing, repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit.
“Corinthians said 'if they had known who he was they would never have touched the Lord of glory.'”
A Bible study on what makes a church healthy: clarifying the identity and function of God's people, the church, and the kingdom; calling believers to daily engagement with Scripture, committed discipleship, corporate purpose/destiny, faithful witness, and submission to godly leadership.
“The scripture says if they had known what would come because of the crucifixion, they would never have crucified (paraphrase of 1 Corinthians 2:8).”
A charismatic, practical teaching on activating Christian faith now. The preacher emphasizes that faith is a present reality rooted in the believer’s spirit, not merely past trust or future hope. He teaches that God’s power already dwells in believers and is released by acknowledgment, spoken declaration to problems, and positive confession, illustrated with testimonies of healings, provision, and miraculous births.
“Had the principalities and powers known they never would have crucified the Lord of glory.”
Pastor Art frames Palm Sunday as the start of Holy Week and a prophetic, decisive confrontation not against Rome but against spiritual powers. Jesus entered Jerusalem to declare victory over Satan, pour out God's unconditional love, and call people to genuine repentance and salvation — even as the crowd misunderstood and remained spiritually blind.
“"If they had known, they would not have crucified the Lord" (Paul).”
Using Mark 2:1–12 (the paralytic lowered through the roof) the speaker argues that desperate times demand radical, action-oriented faith: believers must take risks to bring others to Jesus, prioritize spiritual healing over merely physical cures, and trust God’s sovereignty even in suffering.
“They would not have crucified the Lord of glory... But as it is written, but God has revealed them to us through his Spirit; for the Spirit searches all things.”
A Bible study on 1 Corinthians explaining the Holy Spirit's role in the church: empowering preaching, revealing the gospel, transforming believers (washed, sanctified, justified), guiding marriage and singleness, distributing spiritual gifts, enabling discernment and tongues, and the process to receive the Holy Spirit through believing, repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit.
“I was not yet seen or his ear heard the things that God has in store for those who love him.”
A pastoral teaching on partnering with the Holy Spirit so individuals and the church can receive more of God — emphasizing believing the Word, cultivating open hearts, leaders guiding the congregation, practical sensitivity in ministry (especially healing), and structuring services to release the Spirit.
“Eyes haven't seen, ears haven't heard (paraphrase of 1 Corinthians 2:9).”
The sermon explores what to do when God interrupts your plans, using Paul's conversion as the model: God sets people apart, calls them by grace, reveals Christ, and gives a purpose that requires immediate obedience and alignment. The preacher urged listeners to recognize their calling, stop consulting only 'flesh and blood,' and respond with urgency supported by community.
“assure us again that ear has not heard, nor eye seen, nor human imagination envisioned what you have prepared for those who love you.”
A funeral/memorial service honoring Dr. Louis T. Kanda that combined scripture, prayer, poetry, hymns, and multiple tributes to celebrate his life as a gifted surgeon, devoted family man, mentor, and humanitarian whose legacy includes mission work and development of the Biamba Marie Mutombo Hospital.
“"Ears have not heard. Neither has entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for them that love him."”
A sermon using David's experience under Saul (and a Michael Jordan/Chicago Bulls analogy) to teach that believers can 'succeed while bleeding'—thrive in God-given purpose despite opposition—by relying on the Spirit, maintaining a faithful 'yes' posture of service, and drawing strength from present and past successes. It closes with a gospel invitation and practical calls to prayer, Scripture, and humble service.
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“But as it is written: 'eye has not seen, no ear heard... the things which God has prepared for them that love him.' But God has revealed them unto us by his Spirit.”
A multifaceted Sunday service combining corporate prayer and worship, practical teaching on the Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10), and an encouraging message on receiving more from Christ and the Holy Spirit. The service emphasized genuine conversion, evangelism, unity (no discrimination), hearing the Word before service, sanctification, and practical fellowship (convention, youth fest, picnic), with healing and dedication moments.
Charles Spurgeon
HOW very frequently verses of Scripture are misquoted! Instead of turning to the Bible, to see how it is written, and saying, "How readest thou?" we quote from one another; and thus a passage of Scripture is handed down misquoted, by a king of tradition, from…
Read the full text“"eyes have not seen, ears have not heard, neither has it entered into the heart of man... But he has revealed them by his spirit."”
Pastor contrasts God's promised provision (Isaac) with human-made solutions (Ishmael), urging the congregation to wait on God's covenant, remove fleshly habits, and prepare for a corporate and personal move of God through faith, prayer, and obedience.
“"Eye has not seen, ear has not heard, mind cannot conceive what God has prepared, but he reveals them to us by the Spirit."”
Pastor Kim Owens preaches that believers are 'wineskins' entrusted to steward the Holy Spirit (the 'wine') by managing their words, conduct, and faithfulness. She warns that murmuring, complaining, and reliance on human wisdom shrivel spiritual capacity, while faithful speech of the mysteries of God releases revival and harvest.
“For the Spirit searches all things, yes the deep things of God; but God has revealed them to us through his Spirit.”
A Bible study on 1 Corinthians explaining the Holy Spirit's role in the church: empowering preaching, revealing the gospel, transforming believers (washed, sanctified, justified), guiding marriage and singleness, distributing spiritual gifts, enabling discernment and tongues, and the process to receive the Holy Spirit through believing, repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit.
“But God revealed them unto us by his Spirit... we have the mind of Christ.”
Midweek Bible study teaching on the person and work of the Holy Spirit: His identity as God (not merely a force), how He operates with the Father and Son, His roles (Comforter, Teacher, Revealer, Builder), the importance of relationship with Him, and why character (the fruit) must precede destiny.
“Quote/paraphrase: 'No man knows the mind of a man except his spirit.'”
Midweek Bible study teaching on the person and work of the Holy Spirit: His identity as God (not merely a force), how He operates with the Father and Son, His roles (Comforter, Teacher, Revealer, Builder), the importance of relationship with Him, and why character (the fruit) must precede destiny.
“What we have received is not just the spirit of the world, but the spirit who is from God... For who has known the mind of the Lord so as to instruct him? But we have the mind of Christ.”
A Sunday service focused on trusting God and adopting the mind of Christ — moving from intellectual belief to active trust, dying to sin, choosing others above self, and intentionally renewing the mind. The service also included testimony on vulnerability and healing, practical teaching on stewardship/giving, corporate worship, prayer, and communion.
“But the natural man received not the things of the Spirit of God; for they are foolishness unto him, neither can he know them because they are spiritually discerned.”
Bishop B. Hibbert taught on 'irresistible grace,' explaining that God's grace transforms the heart from the inside out and must lead to holiness and committed discipleship. He contrasted 'cheap grace' (forgiveness without repentance or discipleship) with 'costly grace' (the gospel's call to deny self, take up the cross, and live a transformed life).
“O homem natural não consegue entender as coisas espirituais. Você tem que ser espiritual para entender as coisas espirituais.”
A live message from Apostle Ray Foster centered on Psalm 23: the Lord as Shepherd who provides, guides and heals; calls for faith, humility, rejection of destructive words and reliance on the Word and the Holy Spirit, with prayer, anointing and practical exhortations for living in God’s provision.
“I have the mind of Christ.”
An encouraging sermon calling believers to lift their eyes, maintain a faith-shaped mentality, speak God’s promises aloud, and expect a divine turnaround in every stalled or defeated area of life.
“The mind of Christ takes over and does not operate in unbelief; it is full of faith.”
A sermon teaching the 'threefold cord'—a twin motif: the Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) and the trio love, hope, faith—presented as a practical, integrated formula for prayer, family life, healing, and spiritual success.
“We've been reassured that we have the mind of Christ.”
A practical teaching on how to live out your new identity in Christ when family, friends or familiar environments keep treating you as your old self — emphasizing humility, sacrificial demonstration, perseverance, and letting God vindicate your transformation.
Every reference on this page was extracted from the transcript of a real sermon in a public Sermon Mind church library. Quotes reflect each preacher’s own reading of the text.