Suffer With Purpose: 2 Corinthians

The Adversity of Ministry | 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

April 21, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 6:1–13

What does it look like to persevere in serving the Lord? In 2 Corinthians 6:1–13, Paul answers this question from his heart and experience.

The Gospel Gem | 2 Corinthians 5:21

April 14, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 5:21

How can we simply and clearly present the good news of Jesus? The apostle Paul shares a profound sentence in 2 Corinthians 5:21 that lays out all we need to know and share.

Motivated Ministry | 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

March 24, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 5:11–21

What should motivate us to share Christ and serve others? In 2 Corinthians 5:11–21, Paul offers three divine motivations.

Out of Sight, In Mind | 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10

March 17, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 4:16—5:10

In 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10, the apostle Paul speaks to discouragement and shows us how we can avoid losing heart. Paul will identify three spiritual disciplines that will enable us to defeat discouragement and find the power to persevere.

From Death to Life | 2 Corinthians 4:7-15

March 3, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 4:7–15

What is God's perspective on winning and losing? How does He determine success and failure? In 2 Corinthians 4:7-15, the apostle Paul answers these uncomfortable questions by providing two strategies to help us fulfill God’s purposes.

Out of the Darkness | 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

February 25, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 4:1–6

We all face discouragement in ministry. But how can we find encouragement? The apostle Paul provides three ministry necessities in 2 Corinthians 4:1–6 to help us find joy and encouragement in ministry.

Lifting the Veil | 2 Corinthians 3:7-18

February 18, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 3:7–18

Why are some Christians closer to God than others? In 2 Corinthians 3:7–18, the apostle Paul will answer this age-old question and share two blessings of the Holy Spirit.

Competent in Christ | 2 Corinthians 3:1-6

February 11, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 3:1–6

Who is qualified for ministry? Ultimately, no one! However, the Lord calls us to serve Him and others. In 2 Corinthians 3:1–6, Paul shares two ministry essentials for qualified service.

Heaven's Scent | 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

February 4, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 2:14–17

As Christians, what fragrance should accompany our lives and ministries? In 2 Corinthians 2:14–17, Paul provides an answer through the use of a memorable metaphor.

Operation Restoration | 2 Corinthians 2:5-13

January 28, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 2:5–13

How should we respond when someone who has sinned against us, or people we love, repents? In 2 Cor 2:5–13, Paul answers this critical question with two encouragements.

Handling Hurt | 2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4

January 14, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 1:12—2:4

How do we handle misunderstandings and conflict in ministry? How do we respond to hurtful people? Paul provides a three-pronged strategy in 2 Corinthians 1:12–2:4.

Strength in Suffering | 2 Corinthians 1:1-11

January 7, 2024 • Pastor Keith Krell • 2 Corinthians 1:1–11

What are God's purposes in our suffering? In 2 Cor 1, Paul shares two purposes that will strengthen us in 2024.

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