Sermons on 2 Corinthians 11:21-12:10:

The Ministry Of Thorns

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

Thorns create a dependence on God

2 Corinthians 12:7-10 -- “And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.” or this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Paul's Life Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 7, 2012

A look at the life of Paul, the apostle. From The Story, a 32 week journey through the Bible, inspired by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee.

The Story - 30 May 15, 2011 You may not have known this, but there was time when two of the most famous men in history lived in the same city — the apostle Paul and the emperor Nero. Their lives actually overlapped for a short period of time. Of course, nobody took notice of Paul, he was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Your Weaknesses

Contributed by Carl Palatino on Feb 14, 2012

How to overcome weaknesses

OVERCOMING YOUR WEAKNESSES II Corinthians 12:5-10 Introduction: The subject of 2 Corinthians is ministry, the church's work of service in the world. This is the central concept Paul dealt with in this epistle. What did he say about ministry? He spoke of ministry in two ways. There is ministry per ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Strength In Weakness

Contributed by Chris Layton on Sep 18, 2011

In the process of defending himself Paul reveals a vision he saw fourteen years earlier.

Strength in Weakness 2 Corinthians 12:1–10 Introduction Once, a little girl discovered a cocoon hanging from a branch in the forest. She carefully brought it home, placed it in a jar, and waited with anticipation—one day, she knew, a beautiful butterfly would emerge. Sure enough, she noticed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Bring It On

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 21, 2011

Too often, we run from challenges. Yet the people we love to read about in the Bible are impressive because they battled challenges. If God sends you on stony paths, He will provide you with strong shoes.

Opening illustration: A TV program on the History Channel featured the world’s most extreme airports. The one that caught my attention is no longer open, but it is one I had flown into. I agree that Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Airport was definitely a thrill ride for passengers and surely a challenge for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:22-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Grace Is Enough Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 20, 2011

Man's religion is at war with God's revelation.

Introduction Earlier in this sermon series I illustrated a point with the story of my little one year old daughter Felicity rummaging through her brother’s things in her near constant treasure hunting as she roams around the house seeking for things to get into. Just the other day she came ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:6-10

Denomination: Christian Church

From Thorns To Thankfulness Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

Paul could have easily boasted on how he had it all together and everything he had accomplished, but as soon as he wanted to boast, God gave him a thorn to remind him that it is wasn’t about him. What is a thorn? Thorns are any form of physical issues, hu

From Thorns to Thankfulness 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 A seaman meets a pirate in a bar, and take turns boasting of their adventures on the high seas. The seaman notes that the pirate has a peg-leg, hook, and an eyepatch. The seaman asks "So, how did you end up with the peg-leg?" The pirate replies "We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Methodist

A Tea Bag Experience In A Hot Water World

Contributed by Russell Lee on Feb 20, 2011

The thing in life that causes you the most pain can be your greatest gift from God!

2 Corinthians 12: 7Because of the surpassing greatness of the revelations, for this reason, to keep me from exalting myself, there was given me a thorn in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to torment me—to keep me from exalting myself! 8Concerning this I implored the Lord three times that it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Grace Is Sufficient For Us

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 1, 2011

1. God’s grace will carry us when we are helpless. 2. God’s grace will carry us when we hurt. 3. God’s grace will carry us to Heaven.

God’s Grace Is Sufficient for Us Funeral Service for Mrs. Elinor Gibson Devoted 85-year-old Christian 2 Corinthians 12:8-9a August 1, 2011 WELCOME & OBITUARY SCRIPTURE READING: Psalm 23:1-6; John 14:1-6 PRAYER SONG INTRODUCTION: *We are here today to honor one of the sweetest Christian ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven "Why The Pain" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 23, 2011

This series on heaven will show how we can have true joy on this earth when we know where we are really going.

As we start this lesson on what heaven is like I always like to talk about the Apostle Paul and His vision of heaven. It is because of this vision that he was given a thorn in the flesh. I have had a migraine for 3 days and tried to get up earlier this morning but just could not. Most of you know I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10

Heaven Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011

A look at heaven and hell

“Heaven!” 2 Corinthians 12:1-7 Today, I’m going to be talking about heaven. A man died and went to heaven. St. Peter asked him, “Why should I let you into heaven?” The guy said, “Well, I tried to help other people.” “Can you give me an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Being Thankful For The Right Reasons

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Nov 23, 2010

Having the right spirit for thanks.

The spirit of being thankful for the right reasons When we read the O. T. we find there are people who had a right to grumble. The most prominent one would have been JOB. He lived a righteous life better than almost any in the O. T. He lost his wealth, his children and health, yet he declared, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:16-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Praise Ye The Lord!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 24, 2010

Throughout history, God has shown His love by providing hope where there seemed to be no hope, salvation when it seemed that all was lost, & provision of every kind for those in need.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2017) TEXT: Psalm 150:6 "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord!" (Ps. 150:6) Throughout history, God has shown His love by providing hope where there seemed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:24-27, Philippians 4:12-13, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Psalm 150:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Grace Is Sufficient

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 11, 2012

Jesus' death was for salvation, not for getting stuff.

My Grace is Sufficient April 26, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus’ death was for salvation, not for getting stuff. Focus Passage: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 I. The Myth of the so called “Prosperity Gospel” a. Believe in God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Exception And The Rule

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 17, 2012

The proof of God's activity in our lives is not so much about the magnificent and the miraculous as it is about the grace that sustains us even in our weakness.

Title: The Exception and the Rule Text: II Corinthians 12:2-10 Thesis: The proof of God’s activity in our lives is not so much about the magnificent and the miraculous as it is about the grace that sustains us even in our weakness. Introduction When he was born his mother named after gospel ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational