Treasures in Jars of Clay Revealing the Secrets of Ministry: Sermon From 2 Corinthians 4
Treasures in Jars of Clay is one of the most popular passages in the book of Corinthians. In here, we will be seeing the kind of life that Paul and other apostles suffered during their time, yet, they did not turn their backs to the one called them heavenward. Today, the secrets of ministry will be revealed to us.
During the early times, people used to put their earthly treasures in jars of clay. They do this so that it will not attract robbers. Another reason is to show humility and simplicity of life though the fact is, there is wealth behind a simple life.
Today’s sermon is all about having that kind of life. Having a life full of treasures, yet it was hidden in jars of clay. The jars of clay here refers to our frail bodies that can easily be inflicted with pain. But what gives value is not what is outside, but what is inside. The treasure is the gospel of Christ, the thing that is more valuable than all other things that one can ever have.
The bigger question is why? Why are the apostles able to survive all these persecutions? Why are they able to continue ministering despite of the threats that they have been receiving? Today, we will be answering the secrets of ministering to God. This sermon is taken from 2 Corinthians 4:7-12
Ministries of the Servant of Christ: Sermon From 2 Corinthians 4
Ministries of the Servant of Christ tells us that each Christian was called to be servants of Christ. Not necessarily as pastors or elders, but serving God is definitely one of the things that we are to do. Therefore, it is also necessary that we are to do the ministries of servants of Christ. This sermon is taken from 2 Corinthians 4:1-6.
Today, we will be talking about the ministries of the servant of Christ. This list of ministries should be common to all Christians, and not just intended for Church leaders. This will remind us that we need to live out a life worthy of our calling.
But let us define first the word “ministry”. What is ministry? Ministry is the work of Christ.
A Cleansed Conscience
“How much more shall the Blood of Christ, Who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God?”
Hebrews 9:14
The God Who Pardons Our Iniquity
“Who is a God like unto You, that pardons iniquity and passes by the transgression of the remnant of His heritage? He retains not His anger forever, because He delights in Mercy. He will turn again; He will have compassion upon us; He will subdue our iniquities—and You will cast all their sins into the depths of the sea.”
Micah 7:18-19
The Place of Eternal Regrets
“And in hell he lifted up his eyes, being in torments. . .”
Luke 16:23a
Too Little, Too Late
“The harvest is past, the summer is ended and we are not saved.”
Jeremiah 8:20
Those Whom the Lord Knows Not
“Not everyone that says unto Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter into the Kingdom of Heaven—but he that does the will of My Father which is in Heaven. Many will say to Me in that Day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your Name? And in Your Name have cast out devils? And in Your Name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you that work iniquity’.”
Matthew 7:21-23
I PROMISE by Jaci Velasquez With Lyrics and Chords
I PROMISE by Jaci Velasquez With Lyrics and Chords
E Aadd9 B7
Lord, You know my he art
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And all my desi res
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And the secret things, I’ll never tell
F#min7 B7
Lord, You know them well
Verse 2
E Aadd9 B7
Though I may be you ng
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I see and under stand
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That at times like sheep we go astray
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And things get out of hand
Chorus
Aadd9 E B7 Aadd9 B7 E
So I pro mise to be true to You
Aadd9 E
To live my life in purity
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As unto You
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Waiting for the day
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When I hear You say
Aadd9 E
Here is the one I have created
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Just for you
Repeat Intro
Verse 3
E Aadd9 B7
Until then oh Lo rd
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I will be con tent
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Knowing that true love
Aadd9 E
Will come some day
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It will only come from You
Your Love Is Extravagant by Casting Crown With Chords and Lyrics
Your Love Is Extravagant by Casting Crowns
Lyrics and music by Darrell Evans
(Chords From: www.ultimate-guitar.com)
Capo 2
D/F# G Bm A D/F# G Bm A
Your love is extravagant
D/F# G Bm A D/F# G Bm A
Your friendship, it is intimate
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I feel like moving to the rhythm of Your grace
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Your fragrance is intoxicating in our secret place
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Your love is extravagant
Chorus:
A Em (D/F#)G A
Spread wide in the arms of Christ is the love that covers sin
A Em (D/F#)G A
No greater love have I ever known You considered me a friend
D/F#
Capture my heart again