2 Corinthians Outlines

Disclaimer: These outlines are, to the best of my knowledge, original materials.  Where appropriate, acknowledgement is given for “inspiration”. Content is intended to be mostly devotional in nature, although doctrine may “slip in.” Long-term intent is to post at least one outline for every chapter of the Bible.

Keith Anthony, 16 September 2017.

2 Corinthians 1 Outline

Paul’s Third Letter to Corinth

1. Asserts his Apostleship (2 Corinthians 1:1)
2. Talks of Affliction (2 Corinthians 1:4)
3. Talks of an Abundance of Suffering & Consolation (2 Corinthians 1:5)
4. Has Awareness of Difficulties (2 Corinthians 1:5, 6)
5. Anticipates a Visit (2 Corinthians 1:16)
6. Affirms the Ministries of Others (2 Corinthians 1:19)
7. Talks of Annointing (2 Corinthians 1:21)

2 Corinthians 2 Outline

Unpleasantness in Ministry

1. Details (2 Corinthians 2:1-17)
2. A Decision (2 Corinthians 2:1)
3. Distress (2 Corinthians 2:4)
4. A Directive (2 Corinthians 2:8) (show forgiveness)
5. The Designs of Satan (2 Corinthians 2:11)
6. The Demands of God (2 Corinthians 2:1) (holiness)
7. Destroyers of God’s Word (2 Corinthians 2:1)

2 Corinthians 3 Outline

A Process

1. A Sign of Service (2 Corinthians 3:2)
2. The Suffiency of the Spirit (2 Corinthians 3:5)
3. The Sterility of Stone (2 Corinthians 3:6) (could not give life)
4. A Steadfast Stare (2 Corinthians 3:7) (no!)
5. Simplicity in Speech (2 Corinthians 3:12) (13 words in verse, showing
   something mankind will rebel against)
6. Unseen Scripture (2 Corinthians 3:14) (eyes and ears closed)
7. Shaping into the Savior (2 Corinthians 3:18)

2 Corinthians 4 Outline

Not Losing Heart in the Heat

1. A Recognized Ministry (2 Corinthians 4:1)
2. Received Mercy (2 Corinthians 4:1)
3. Ready Manifestation (2 Corinthians 4:2, 11)
4. Restrained Mortality (2 Corinthians 4:11)
5. Renewed Man (2 Corinthians 4:16)
6. Rough Moments (2 Corinthians 4:17)
7. Real Meaning (2 Corinthians 4:17)

2 Corinthians 5 Outline

The Old and New

1. An Earthly House (2 Corinthians 5:1)
2. Eternal Heavens (2 Corinthians 5:1)
3. Earnest Hope (2 Corinthians 5:2)
4. Our Eventual Home (2 Corinthians 5:6)
5. Established Heart (2 Corinthians 5:12)

2 Corinthians 6 Outline

Staying Different

1. The Salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2)
2. The Succoring (2 Corinthians 6:2)
3. The Sobriety (2 Corinthians 6:3)
4. The Stripes (2 Corinthians 6:5)
5. The Sorrow & Joy (2 Corinthians 6:10)
6. The Straitening (2 Corinthians 6:12)
7. The Separation (2 Corinthians 6:17)

2 Corinthians 7 Outline

Results!

1. Rejoicing (2 Corinthians 7:7, 9, 16)
2. Repentance (2 Corinthians 7:8, 9, 10)
3. Sweet Revenge (2 Corinthians 7:11)
4. A Refreshing (2 Corinthians 7:13)
5. Receiving (2 Corinthians 7:15)
6. Remembering the Obedience (2 Corinthians 7:15)
7. They Responded (2 Corinthians 7:1-16)

2 Corinthians 8 Outline

A Chance to Give

1. A Provision of Grace (2 Corinthians 8:1)
2. Beyond Human Power (2 Corinthians 8:2)
3. In the Midst of Poverty (2 Corinthians 8:3)
4. Was Participation in another Ministry (2 Corinthians 8:4)
5. Start by Presenting Yourselves to the Lord (2 Corinthians 8:5)
6. Issue is the actual Performance (2 Corinthians 8:11)
7. Which is the actual Proof of Love (2 Corinthians 8:24)

2 Corinthians 9 Outline

Ministry to the Saints

1. Forbidden Grudges (2 Corinthians 9:7)
2. Cheerful Giving (2 Corinthians 9:7)
3. Abounding Good (2 Corinthians 9:7)
4. Ministered Glory (2 Corinthians 9:13)
5. Subjecting Gospel (2 Corinthians 9:13)
6. Exceeding Grace (2 Corinthians 9:14)
7. Unspeakable Gift (2 Corinthians 9:15)

2 Corinthians 10 Outline

Paul and his Ministry

1. Doesn’t rely on Carnal Things (2 Corinthians 10:4)
2. Captures his Thoughts (2 Corinthians 10:5)
3. Casts Down Imaginations (2 Corinthians 10:5)
4. Doesn’t Compare Among Brethren (2 Corinthians 10:12)
5. Doesn’t Commend Himself (2 Corinthians 10:12, 18)
6. Comes with the Gospel (2 Corinthians 10:14)
7. Is Encouraged by Spiritual Progress (2 Corinthians 10:15)

2 Corinthians 11 Outlines

The Source of Opposition and Service in Spite

Introduction: Introduction: Note the fingerprints of #13. The “super apos-
tles” show up in verse 5 (with 13 words), and the Angel of light” in verse 14
(with 13 words).

1. The Serpent Appearing Things (2 Corinthians 11:3)
2. Simplicity Avoided (2 Corinthians 11:3)
3. Super Apostles Things (2 Corinthians 11:5)
4. Satan as an Angel (2 Corinthians 11:14)
5. Sufferings & Abuse (2 Corinthians 11:23)
6. Striped Abundant (2 Corinthians 11:24)
7. Stoned & Abandoned (2 Corinthians 11:25)
8. Sincerity Apparent (2 Corinthians 11:23-33)

Simple Things

1. The Simplicity of Scripture What if God’s word actually was perfectly
   inspired and preserved and was God-breathed? What if since it was God’s
   word it actually had the attributes of God? What if by taking away from
   or adding to God’s word (because you didn’t like it or understand it), you
   were actually making an idol – making a false image of God?
2. The Simplicity of being a Sheep See Psalm 23. Illustration of sheep
   and shepherds in the Negev desert.
3. Simplicity of the Unseen We have plenty of biblical examples of God
   working behind the scenes. We see it in Ruth. We see it is Esther.
   So wouldn’t it be something if we just did things the way God told us
   and then trust him for the results? How about it pastors and preachers
   actually found out what God’s word said and then gave that to his people
   – and then trusted God with results. What if Christians were to treat
   each other the way the bible says and then trust that nonbelievers would
   see the difference and be attracted to it? What if we believed that God was acting whether we saw the results or not. Wouldn’t it be something
   if we found out that rewards were given for only the results we did see ?
4. Simplicity of Supplication That is prayer. Wouldn’t it be something if
   in the matter of getting to God to act, to get involved in a situation, was
   merely a matter of Christians praying? What if we found out in Heaven
   that God did NOT act in some situation because no one prayed?
5. The Simplicity of Separation Wouldn’t it be something if separation
   was simply a matter of listening to what God told you personally what
   he didn’t want you to do, or places he didn’t want you to go, or people he
   didn’t want you to be with?
6. The Simplicity of Service would it be something if Christian service
   was merely a matter of finding out what God specifically wanted you to
   do, and then doing it? How about just doing what you are definitely told
   to do – that is those passages that say stuff like “This is the will of God” …
   like abstaining from fornication in 1 Thessalonians 4:3, like giving thanks
   in 1 Thessalonians 5:3
7. Simplicity of Salvation — Pictured by:
   A. Revelation 3:20 shows that salvation is like letting someone in the
   door Things (Revelation 3:20) Revelation 3:20: Behold, I stand at
   the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I
   will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.
   B. John 14:14 tells us that getting saved is like taking a drink of water
   (John 4:14) John 4:14: But whosoever drinketh of the water that I
   shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him
   shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.
   C. John 10:9 says that getting saved is like walking through a door (John
   10:9) John 10:9 I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall
   be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture.
   D. Romans 6:23 says “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God
   is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Ephesians 2:8,9 says
   “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves:
   it is the gift of God: [9] Not of works, lest any man should boast.” So,
   salvation is simply like opening a gift.
   E. In Luke 15 we have the story of the prodigal son, who after wasting
   away his inheritance, after ruining his life, a wantonly pursuing plea-
   sure and experience, returns home to a father who is overjoyed to see
   him and welcomes him with open arms. Salvation is like coming home
   to a welcoming father.

2 Corinthians 12 Outline

More about Ministry

1. Great Things Unspeakable (2 Corinthians 12:4)
2. Grief from Smiting (2 Corinthians 12:8)
3. Grace that is Sufficient (2 Corinthians 12:9)
4. Glory in Suffering (2 Corinthians 12:9)
5. Glad to be Spent (2 Corinthians 12:15)
6. No Gain from any Sent (2 Corinthians 12:17)
7. There will be Those who Go on Sinning (2 Corinthians 12:21)

2 Corinthians 13 Outline

Final Thoughts

1. Lots of Witnesses (2 Corinthians 13:1)
2. Lack of Weakness (2 Corinthians 13:3)
3. Loud Warnings (2 Corinthians 13:7)
4. An Enlightening Writing (2 Corinthians 13:10)
5. Last Words (2 Corinthians 13:11)
6. Love Wins (2 Corinthians 13:14)