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  • David Owens avatar

    The Helps Of Our Hurts Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 23, 2016
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    This sermon is based on Chapter 7 in Charles Swindoll's book: Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit. The sermon addresses Paul's thorn in the flesh and the role of suffering in our lives.

    A. One day a teacher was getting her Wednesday night children’s class started. 1. She asked if anyone had any prayer requests. 2. One girl asked that they pray for her because school would soon start and she was going to a new school this year. 3. Another girl asked that they pray for her ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Power In The Thorns Of Life

    Contributed by Randy Shepard on Jul 9, 2018
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    If we are humble enough to ask, Christ will let His power rest on us to help us dear with the thorns we encounter in life.

    The year 1527 was the most trying year of Martin Luther’s life. On April 22 he was preaching in Wittenberg when he became dizzy and fainted. Over the next several months he dealt with debilitating depression and sickness. It had been 10 years since he had published his 95 theses. He had battled ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Benjamin Utomo avatar

    Strength In Weakness

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jul 15, 2018
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    This statement of the Apostle Paul, “For when I am weak, then I am strong” is confusing and difficult for many to accept. Paul was not anti-power or wanted us to be weak. He was a very strong man in many aspects of his life. What did he really mean?

    “For when I am weak, then I am strong.” This statement of the Apostle Paul is confusing and difficult for many to accept. Many people want to be strong, whether physically (by doing weights and endurance training in fitness centers or if necessary, taking strong herbal or energy drinks), ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When God Says 'no'

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jul 22, 2018
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    Sometimes God says no. When you are weakened by His answer, He will strengthen you by His grace.

    The late Chuck Colson of Watergate fame shared his experience when God said NO. The great paradox [of my life] is that every time I walk into a prison and see the faces of men or women who have been transformed by the power of the living God, I realize that the thing God has chosen to use in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    I Demand This Thorn Removed.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 26, 2016
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    THIS THORN HAS A PURPOSE. The real revelation of suffering. God has a plan and a purpose. Suffering can reveal the heart OF MAN, not just the heart of God. Suffering can be a door to Presence of God. Suffering can be fertilizer for love.

    I DEMAND YOU REMOVE THIS THORN NOW! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THORNS HAVE A PURPOSE, FEW EVER LEARN OR UNDERSTAND THE PLAN OF THE THORN... 2 Corinthians 12:5 Of such an one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities. 6 For though I would desire to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Experiencing Grace

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 15, 2016
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    Paul’s life example ought to give us incredible encouragement to God’s power. We must submit under the GRACE of Christ before we can ever really live and must see ourselves for who we are before we can experience freedom.

    Experiencing Grace 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Introduction - This morning, I’d like to discuss a word that is used often in church - It is a word that has several meanings to several, but the same beginnings - Jesus suffered and died to bring this entire creation the GRACE of God - For the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thorns And Grace! Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 20, 2016
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    Thorns and Grace – 2 Corinthians chapter 12 verses 1-21 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). His Revelations From Christ (vs 1-6). (2). His Thorn in His Flesh (vs 7-10). (3). His Apostolic Signs (vs 11-18). (4). His Courage in Dealing With Sin (vs 19-21). SERMON BODY: Ill: • The photographer for a national magazine; • Was assigned to get photos of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Sep 7, 2017
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     | 62,955 views

    In the Bible, giving of thanks goes far beyond an annual American celebration on a day we remember to thank God for a multitude of blessings. It is a preoccupation of every Christian and extends even to those elders who are "before the throne" in heaven.

    Note: I have some simple, not fancy textual slides I used with this sermon. If anyone is interested, I'll send them directly by email if you'll send an email to me at sam@srmccormick.net with the subject: Thanksgiving slides. THANKSGIVING I. In his 2nd letter to the Corinthian church, Paul told ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Paul: "The Thorns Really Hurt" Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 25, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,221 views

    Physical Pain, Unanswered Prayers, Grace

    OUT OF WEAKNESS…STRENGTH - Paul: “The Thorns Really Hurt” 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 (p. 808) October 1, 2017 Introduction: Have you ever wondered why God put thorns on roses? Well, here’s the scientific answer from a Harvard professor: “Roses really don’t have thorns…thorns ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Grace Sufficient

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 14, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,068 views

    Kept by the grace of God in the midst of afflictions.

    GRACE SUFFICIENT. 2 Corinthians 12:2-10. In the process of composing an argument against some proud boasters who measured themselves by nothing more than one another (2 Corinthians 10:12), Paul allowed himself to engage in some rhetorical boasting which confronted his foes on their own ground (2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    A Journey To Paradise Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 22, 2015
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     | 15,263 views

    In this vision Paul is caught up to heaven & received communications & revelations that he can not make known (CIT). This was to him, & to all who believed his word, a more reliable evidence of the favor of God upon an apostle than anything prior

    2 CORINTHIANS 12: 1-6 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] A JOURNEY TO PARADISE Paul now moves to the account of a remarkable spiritual experience which was granted him as an apostle by the Lord. He was reticent to write about this experience but has been forced to substantiate his apostleship. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Turner avatar

    A Splinter From Satan.

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 7, 2014
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     | 8,225 views

    Like a splinter barely under our skin, circumstances can be painful. But how can we tell if it's just life or God?

    Have you ever got a splinter in your finger or your foot? It sticks out just enough to be irritating but not far enough to pull it out. Every time you brush against something, it sends pain through out your body. I know when this happens to me I try to ignore it. I hope against hope that some how ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Validity Of Near Death Experiences

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 24, 2014
     | 7,282 views

    The movie "Heaven is for Real" has reopened the conversation of the validity of near death experiences (NDEs). This message looks at what NDEs are, the controversies about them, and the confirmation that they can be for God's Word.

    VALIDITY OF NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCES “Heaven is For Real” Commentary INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHEN NOTHING HURTS 1. Renee and Daniel had been married for over 50 years. One morning, they both awoke from a good night’s sleep. As usual, Daniel reached over and took her hand in his. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Overcoming Your Weaknesses

    Contributed by Carl Palatino on Feb 14, 2012
    based on 10 ratings
     | 15,319 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    The Vision, The Thorn, And The Grace Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 17, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,289 views

    Paul learned to accept his thorn in the flesh as a gift from God, and allowed it to bless and benefit his life.

    Introduction: A. I want to start with a true story that illustrates the overall lesson I hope we will learn today. B. The story is told of a 10-year-old boy who decided to study Judo despite the fact that he had lost his left arm in a devastating car accident. 1. The boy began lessons with an old ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ