Sermons on Faith (Page 4)

3. The Gospel And Suffering

Colossians 1:24-2:5

  1. Refreshing our minds with stories of life’s challenges
  2. Paul becomes a prisoner for preaching God’s message in public
  3. Though imprisoned, Paul rejoices in the opportunity he still has to preach and encourage the church
  4. Those who tell the Gospel will always endure suffering, however the Gospel continues to bear fruit – even under persecution and suffering
  5. We too, need to regularly hear and read the Gospel in order to dispel all fears and doubts

9. Preparing To Be The Bride Of Christ

Dave Pym Petersham Baptist Church Associate Pastor

2 Corinthians 12:14 – 13:14

Introduction – Are we ready for Jesus’ return?
1. Paul’s concern for the Corinthians’ good (12:14-19)
2. The Corinthians’ love of the ways of the world (12:20-21)
3. Paul’s plan for dealing with unrepentance (13:1-4)
4. The Corinthians’ opportunity for self-correction (13:5-12)