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Paul Ministers in Corinth
9One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking; do not be silent.10For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.”11So Paul stayed for a year and a half, teaching the word of God among the Corinthians.
Sermons
Corrie Ten Boom
T. Austin-SparksT. Austin-Sparks
W.H. Griffith Thomas
St. John Chrysostom
C.H. SpurgeonSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
No man shall set on thee - Και ουδεις επιθησεται σοι, No man shall be permitted to lay violent hands upon thee. It is very likely that the Jews had conspired his death; and his preservation was an act of the especial interposition of Divine Providence. I have much people in this city - Εν τῃ πολει ταυτῃ, In this very city: there are many here who have not resisted my Spirit, and consequently are now under its teachings, and are ready to embrace my Gospel as soon as thou shalt declare it unto them.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
I have much people in this city--"whom in virtue of their election to eternal life He already designates as His" (compare Act 13:48) [BAUMGARTEN].
John Gill Bible Commentary
For I am with thee,.... According to his promise, Mat 28:20 not only to assist in the ministry of the word, to give light into it, and liberty to preach it, and success in it, but to keep and preserve him from being hurt by men: and no man shall set on thee; attack thee, or lay hands on thee: to hurt thee; to do any injury to thy person, to thy body, in any part of it: wicked men cannot strike a blow, or do the least damage to a servant of Christ without his permission; he can tie their hands, and restrain their rage. For I have much people in this city; this wicked and luxurious city; there were many here who were yet in their sins, in a state of unregeneracy, whom God had chosen to be his people, and had taken into his covenant as such; were given to Christ as his peculiar people, and whom he had redeemed with his precious blood: they were his people both by gift and purchase, before they were called by grace; and because of this his interest in them, he will have his Gospel continued for the gathering them in to himself; for Christ will lose none of his, all shall come unto him: from all which it appears, that Christ has a people who are related to him, and he has an interest in, before they are effectually called by grace; for this refers not to the many Corinthians who had heard and believed, and were baptized, but to some that had not, and were yet to be called; not the Jews in this city, Christ's own nation, nor all the inhabitants of it who were in some sense Christ's people, being made and supported in their beings by him, are intended; but a special people among the Gentiles, the same with the other sheep Christ speaks of, Joh 10:16 not yet of his fold; a people beloved of God, chosen in Christ, given to him, and with whom a covenant was made in him, for whom Christ undertook, in whose name he acted, and for whom he received blessings and promises, as well as took the care and charge of their persons; for the sake of these he assumed human nature, and suffered and died; towards these his heart always is; his eye is upon them, and he knows them, and where they are; and therefore he will look them up and find them out, and they shall be brought to believe in him, and shall not perish, but have everlasting life: and it may be further observed, that Christ has "many" such, though they are but comparatively few, yet in themselves they are a great number; yea, he has sometimes many of these in the worst of places, and among the vilest of men; and for the sake of these, in order to select and separate them from the rest, is the Gospel preached and continued. The ministers of it are sent here and there, where such persons are, and there they are continued till they are gathered in; yea, on this account both the Gospel and its preachers are continued in the world; and even the world itself, for the sake of these, till they are brought in, and then it will be destroyed; and it may be also remarked, that for the encouragement of Gospel ministers, Christ promises his presence and protection, and which was fulfilled in the Apostle Paul at Corinth; who though he stayed there a year and six months, none were suffered to do him any injury; and when an insurrection was made within that time, yet the apostle escaped, and quietly departed elsewhere.
Acts 18:10
Paul Ministers in Corinth
9One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking; do not be silent.10For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.”11So Paul stayed for a year and a half, teaching the word of God among the Corinthians.
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Door of Repentance
By Corrie Ten Boom24K40:06RepentanceMAT 5:44ACT 18:10EPH 4:31In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of being in a prison and connecting with a man who was afraid of being whipped. Through love and sharing the word of God, the speaker was able to lead the man to accept Jesus. The speaker emphasizes the importance of having both a horizontal (connecting with others) and vertical (connecting with God) relationship when bringing someone to the Lord. The sermon also highlights the need for believers to be clean and holy, and the availability of the blood of Jesus to cleanse us from all sins.
The Cross and the Two Humanities
By T. Austin-Sparks1.7K1:08:54The CrossACT 18:101CO 1:171CO 1:231CO 2:2HEB 4:12In this sermon, the speaker addresses a questionnaire that was sent to the apostle Paul by the church in Corinth. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the context in which the letter was written, highlighting that Paul spent two years in Corinth preaching and ministering. The speaker also emphasizes the centrality of the message of the cross in Paul's preaching, referencing passages such as 1 Corinthians 1:18 and 2:2. The sermon concludes by mentioning the power of the word of God, described as living and active, and its ability to pierce the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
The Church in the Spiritual Realm
By T. Austin-Sparks0The Role of the Holy SpiritSpirituality in the ChurchACT 18:101CO 2:151CO 3:11CO 12:121CO 13:1GAL 5:6EPH 1:4EPH 2:6COL 1:18HEB 11:27T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the vital role of the Holy Spirit in understanding the Church's spiritual nature, asserting that true spirituality is only possible through His guidance. He discusses the Church as a corporate entity that stands between individual believers and the spiritual forces at work in the universe, highlighting the need for a revelation of God's mind about the Church to achieve spiritual effectiveness. Sparks warns against equating the current state of churches with the New Testament ideal, urging believers to seek a deeper understanding of the Church's timelessness, heavenliness, and universality. He concludes that true spirituality involves recognizing the interconnectedness of all believers and the importance of spiritual discernment in overcoming divisions within the Church.
The Ministry of the Twelve
By W.H. Griffith Thomas0PSA 115:1MRK 3:13LUK 10:1JHN 4:35ACT 18:10ROM 10:151CO 6:1W.H. Griffith Thomas preaches about the importance of ministerial work, focusing on the preparation, plans, protection, proofs, and the call to service, character of the worker, and the consequence of labor. The sermon emphasizes the need for personal contact with Christ, the significance of a true confession of faith in Jesus Christ as the Son of God, and the assurance and authority that come from a genuine experience with the Master. It highlights the principles of ministry, including prayer, preaching peace, and the importance of maintaining a constant dependence on God for guidance and strength.
Homily on First Corinthians (Argument)
By St. John Chrysostom0ACT 18:101CO 1:101CO 5:11CO 6:11CO 11:17John Chrysostom preaches about the city of Corinth, known for its wealth, wisdom, and division among its people. He highlights the challenges faced by Paul and Christ in this city, including the presence of false leaders, immoral behaviors, and conflicts within the church. Chrysostom emphasizes the importance of addressing pride, divisions, and false teachings that were causing chaos and distractions in the Corinthian church. He points out various sins and issues such as arrogance, immorality, disputes over money, and lack of unity in the church, urging the congregation to repent and return to true faith and unity in Christ.
Dauntless Faith
By C.H. Spurgeon0FaithCourage in AdversityPSA 27:1PSA 76:10ISA 43:5MAT 10:28ACT 18:10ROM 8:31PHP 1:282TI 1:7HEB 13:61JN 4:18C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the concept of 'Dauntless Faith' in his sermon, drawing from Acts 18:10, where God assures Paul of His protection while he carries out His work in Corinth. Spurgeon reassures believers that as long as they are fulfilling God's purpose, they need not fear opposition, for God has the power to restrain even the most violent adversaries. He encourages the faithful to move forward boldly, trusting that God can turn potential foes into allies. The sermon highlights that true faith dispels fear and empowers believers to act courageously in the face of challenges.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
No man shall set on thee - Και ουδεις επιθησε ται σοι, No man shall be permitted to lay violent hands upon thee. It is very likely that the Jews had conspired his death; and his preservation was an act of the especial interposition of Divine Providence. I have much people in this city - Εν τῃ πολει ταυτῃ, In this very city: there are many here who have not resisted my Spirit, and consequently are now under its teachings, and are ready to embrace my Gospel as soon as thou shalt declare it unto them.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
I have much people in this city--"whom in virtue of their election to eternal life He already designates as His" (compare Act 13:48) [BAUMGARTEN].
John Gill Bible Commentary
For I am with thee,.... According to his promise, Mat 28:20 not only to assist in the ministry of the word, to give light into it, and liberty to preach it, and success in it, but to keep and preserve him from being hurt by men: and no man shall set on thee; attack thee, or lay hands on thee: to hurt thee; to do any injury to thy person, to thy body, in any part of it: wicked men cannot strike a blow, or do the least damage to a servant of Christ without his permission; he can tie their hands, and restrain their rage. For I have much people in this city; this wicked and luxurious city; there were many here who were yet in their sins, in a state of unregeneracy, whom God had chosen to be his people, and had taken into his covenant as such; were given to Christ as his peculiar people, and whom he had redeemed with his precious blood: they were his people both by gift and purchase, before they were called by grace; and because of this his interest in them, he will have his Gospel continued for the gathering them in to himself; for Christ will lose none of his, all shall come unto him: from all which it appears, that Christ has a people who are related to him, and he has an interest in, before they are effectually called by grace; for this refers not to the many Corinthians who had heard and believed, and were baptized, but to some that had not, and were yet to be called; not the Jews in this city, Christ's own nation, nor all the inhabitants of it who were in some sense Christ's people, being made and supported in their beings by him, are intended; but a special people among the Gentiles, the same with the other sheep Christ speaks of, Joh 10:16 not yet of his fold; a people beloved of God, chosen in Christ, given to him, and with whom a covenant was made in him, for whom Christ undertook, in whose name he acted, and for whom he received blessings and promises, as well as took the care and charge of their persons; for the sake of these he assumed human nature, and suffered and died; towards these his heart always is; his eye is upon them, and he knows them, and where they are; and therefore he will look them up and find them out, and they shall be brought to believe in him, and shall not perish, but have everlasting life: and it may be further observed, that Christ has "many" such, though they are but comparatively few, yet in themselves they are a great number; yea, he has sometimes many of these in the worst of places, and among the vilest of men; and for the sake of these, in order to select and separate them from the rest, is the Gospel preached and continued. The ministers of it are sent here and there, where such persons are, and there they are continued till they are gathered in; yea, on this account both the Gospel and its preachers are continued in the world; and even the world itself, for the sake of these, till they are brought in, and then it will be destroyed; and it may be also remarked, that for the encouragement of Gospel ministers, Christ promises his presence and protection, and which was fulfilled in the Apostle Paul at Corinth; who though he stayed there a year and six months, none were suffered to do him any injury; and when an insurrection was made within that time, yet the apostle escaped, and quietly departed elsewhere.