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  • John Williams III avatar

    Thorns And Grace (July 2012).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
     | 6,942 views

    Perhaps one of the most intriguing passages of scripture is that of Paul's mention of the "thorn in his flesh." Paul expounded upon his metaphor of the thorn as he said that it was something that kept his pride in check.

    THORNS AND GRACE 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 I remember going barefoot as a ten year old kid, when I was living in Aiken as a preacher’s kid. As I was going barefoot, I wound up stepping on a board that had three nails in it. The pain got my attention and definitely ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    With Heart And Mind Series

    Contributed by James Hickman on Apr 9, 2016
     | 6,251 views

    An examination of how commitment is a proper response to Christ's work on our behalf.

    With Heart and Mind Romans 12:1-2 What would be the proper response to the discovery that God, the Creator against Whom the crown of his creation—humankind—had rebelled, the Holy One who had declared that all such rebels should endure eternal death, the Righteous Judge who had the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Misplaced Expectations For The First Easter? Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 29, 2025
     | 223 views

    The hopes and expectations of those first disciples seemed to die when Jesus died on Calvary's cross. But when two disciples walked back to their homes, they received something they didn't expect at all!

    Misplaced Expectations For The First Easter? Introduction: The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ was one of the most significant events in all of history. It goes without saying that there were several different expectations when this event took place, depending on each person’s point of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Have Seen Strange Things Today! Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 5, 2025
     | 192 views

    A very sick man was confined to a pallet but still wanted to find Jesus so he could be healed. There were four friends who did take him to Jesus--and the sick man was healed!

    We have seen strange things today (Disclosure: This message is based on a sermon I preached at New Hope Baptist Church near Fulton, MO, on February 2, 2025; not an exact transcription.) Introduction: This story is one that’s told by both Matthew and Mark, as well as Luke. The main points are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "America Needs A Footwashing"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 24, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 4,757 views

    Joshua was told to "take his shoes off," he was standing on holy ground. Once again, God stands with a drawn sword, offering leadership. Will America bow down to the God of the Bible?

    Text: Joshua 5:13 And it came to pass, when Joshua was by Jericho, that he lifted up his eyes and looked, and, behold, there stood a man over against him with his sword drawn in his hand: and Joshua went unto him, and said unto him, Art thou for us, or for our adversaries? 14 And he said, Nay; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Happens

    Contributed by Thomas Miller on Apr 9, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,677 views

    Life is precious, but it has become cheap to many, they have lost respect for it. They fight to end it, and hardly ever fight to save it.

    4/9/05 Life Happens There is no argument that what has happened in the Terry Schiavo case was horrible. No one, whether they can feel it or not should have to die like that. Many conservatives like Dr. Dobson have exhausted ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Results Of Obedience To God

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jan 28, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,626 views

    Obedience is pleasing to the Lord and will bring powerful results in our lives individually and corporately.

    Results Of Obedience To God Text: John 14:21 Introduction: Early on in life, we become aware that we are to obey. We soon learn that obedience brings smiles of approval and that disobedience is met with frowns and often harshness. Parents tell their children, "You had better mind us!" Teachers: ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Fox News Pundits Deride Creationists As Unfit For Public Office

    Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Jul 22, 2013
     | 1,993 views

    Fox News Pundits Deride Creationists As Unfit For Public Office

    Despite differing perches along the political spectrum, in separate segments on the 8/29/11 edition of The O'Reilly Factor, Juan Williams, Bernard Goldberg, and Kinky Friedman each made snide comments against candidates for the Presidency that did not embrace evolution as part of their respective ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    My Shepherd

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Jan 22, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,457 views

    Psalms 23 is probably the most recognized of all the psalms. David who was a shepherd at one time now relates his experience to the relationship he has with the LORD.

    My Shepherd Psalms 23 This Psalms is probably the most popular of all the psalms written. It is personally for me very special because this is the first entire chapter I had memorized. David being a shepherd in his early years now relates his experience to the relationship he has with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Art Of Sowing

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 11, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,530 views

    The various soil types mentioned in the parable of Jesus relate to a person’s receptivity to the Word of God.

    Matthew 3: 1 – 12 / It’s Just Beginning Intro: In Directions, James Hamilton writes: Before refrigerators, people used icehouses that had thick walls, no windows, and a tightly fitted door to preserve their food. In winter, when streams and lakes were frozen, large blocks of ice were cut, hauled ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Laws Of Manifestation

    Contributed by Dr. Ezra Aniebue on Oct 16, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 48,623 views

    The wisdom of the due season lies in understanding that due seasons always come. The problem is not when LORD, the issue is making sure that you are prepared when your appointed time shows up.

    Sermon by Prophet Dr. Ezra Aniebue Title: The Laws of Manifestation Foundational Statements: The wisdom of the “Due Season,” lies in understanding that “Due Season,” always comes. It always comes because it is a law. Don’t spend time worrying about whether GOD’S WORD will come to pass in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Compassion Of Christ

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 18, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,663 views

    Evangelistic message encouraging believers to see people as Christ sees us.

    Compassion of Christ Matthew 9:35-37 February 11, 2007 AM Sermon Beginning of 2007 Evangelistic Push How much does Jesus really love you and I? Words cannot really describe the love that Christ has for us. As a matter of fact, the love was culminated on a cross at Calvary – where Jesus shed his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Living Bread

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Oct 8, 2008
     | 3,725 views

    Participation in Communion is an outward expression of our inward partaking of Christ, The Living Bread.

    Title: THE LIVING BREAD/BETTER THAN MANNA Preliminary Reading: John 6:49-58 John 6:51 (KJV) I am the living bread which came down from heaven: if any man eat of this bread, he shall live for ever: and the bread that I will give is my flesh, which I will give for the life of the world. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Despised Not Series

    Contributed by Joshua Moran on Jan 25, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,903 views

    Breaking down 1 Timothy 4:12, we realize there is a major miscommunication amongst youth today.

    TEENAGERS AND THEIR GOD: DESPISED NOT 1 Timothy 4:12 Part 1 of 3 Joshua Moran Introduction I. DESPISED NOT A. Youthfulness B. Examples II. YOUR CONDUCT A. Word B. Love C. Spirit D. Faith E. Purity A teenager that says there is no God is a fool! A teenager that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Live Like A King

    Contributed by Paul Shafit on Aug 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,058 views

    Make the beattitudes your way of life

    Live Like A King Matthew 5:3-48 The Sermon On The mount Is one of the most often preached and professed of all Scripture passages, but is among the least practiced. One reason is that though many say they live by its tenets, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational