2 Corinthians 7:2-16
2 Corinthians
Godly Sorrow
This sermon examines godly sorrow and repentance, contrasting true repentance—which grieves over sin itself before God—with worldly sorrow that merely regrets consequences. Confronting sin in love is necessary; responding to confrontation with genuine repentance that produces changed behavior demonstrates faith in Christ's redemptive work.
2 Corinthians 2:14-17 · 2 Corinthians 3:1-3
2 Corinthians
The Aroma of Christ
Paul uses the image of a military victory parade to show that believers carry the gospel—the aroma of Christ—which brings life to some and the stench of death to others. As followers of Jesus, we are living letters through which people encounter Christ.
2 Corinthians 4:1-18
2 Corinthians
Jars of Clay
Paul teaches that believers are like jars of clay carrying the treasure of Christ's glory within. Despite earthly struggles and Satan's schemes to divide the church, the Holy Spirit guarantees eternal transformation and redemption.