Sermons on Physically Weak:

Turning Thorns Into Roses

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 3, 2018

The decided weakness of Paul, which he called his “thorn” was kept vague so everybody could relate to whatever type of aggravating affliction, discomfort, constant temptation, emotional or physical or bouts.

14B Elif Shafak wrote “be thankful for every thorn that others might throw at you. It is a sign that you will soon be showered in roses”   1). The thorn “thrown”at Our Lord in our Gospel reading today was actually the rude comments by his hometown folks who dismissed him as being “all too ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

A Matter Of Priorities Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 9, 2018

Only God Can Forgive Sins, Physical vs. Spiritual

JAIL BREAK (Breaking the Chains of Unforgiveness) - A Matter of Priorities October 14, 2018 Mark 2:1-12 (p. 700) Introduction: One of my favorite stories of all time is found in Mike Yaconelli’s book “Messy Spirituality.” Chapter two is called, “The Place Our Messiness ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Secret Of The Eagle: Exchanging Our Weakness For God's Strength

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 20, 2025

This sermons dwells on the magnificent words of the prophet Isaiah for a message of profound hope and strength for the weary soul.

Introduction: The Exhausted Saint Good evening, my beloved brothers and sisters. As we come to the end of this Lord's Day and look ahead to the beginning of a new week, allow me to ask you a simple, honest question: Are you tired? I'm not just asking about a lack of sleep. I'm asking ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Compelled To Witness

Contributed by Timothy Dolan on Jun 22, 2008

Despite spiritual trouble and physical difficulty in life; we can be witnesses as compelled by the Spirit of God.

Compelled to Witness Scripture Text: Acts 8:1-5 ILLUSTRATION: T.H. Huxley, a well-known agnostic, was with a group of men at a weekend house party. On Sunday morning, while most of them were preparing to go to church, he approached a man known for his Christian character and said, "Suppose you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Ironies Surrounding Jesus’ Crucifixion

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 28, 2021

1 of 1. Luke wrote a true account of some events that surrounded Jesus’ crucifixion, & in so doing recorded some of the ironies present in Jesus’ death. *What are some of those ironies? Ironies surrounding Jesus’ crucifixion are hidden/revealed in...

IRONIES SURROUNDING JESUS’ CRUCIFIXION—Lk. 23:26-46 Irony—An “incongruity between the actual result of a sequence of events & the normal or expected result.”—Merriam-Webster Dictionary Luke wrote a true account of some events that surrounded Jesus’ crucifixion, & in so doing recorded ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-46

Denomination: Baptist

Every Thorn Has A Rose Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 25, 2012

This morning we are going to talk about boasting and weaknesses and thorns. The question we can ask is ‘How can the power of Christ be made available in my life?’ What is God’s avenue for making me usable in His kingdom?

This morning we are going to talk about boasting and weaknesses and thorns. The question we can ask is ‘How can the power of Christ be made available in my life?’ What is God’s avenue for making me usable in His kingdom? What would you talk about if someone asked you about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

It’s Ok To Low Crawl

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 26, 2016

Crawling forward is still advancing.

2 Cor 12:9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Having served in three branches, I have plenty of “war stories.” I grew up reading ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Baptist

Under Siege Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010

In true prayer, we sign up for the struggle against sin.

“Under Siege” Matthew 6:13 April 26, 2009 Where we’ve been: • Begin by coming to grips with “Our Father” • Pray then that, above all else, the purposes and plans of God come to accomplishment o That His moral will be increasingly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Faithful Soldiers

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 8, 2024

Remember that privates get medals even the Medal of Honor like Jacob Parrott and Sergeants are the backbone of the Army. Not everyone is called to be a General in the Lord's army.

2 Corinthians 10:4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-6, Leviticus 26:7-9, Acts 13:1-3, Mark 9:33-35, Luke 16:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

To Be Merciful Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 29, 2011

Mercy is for the weak, we are weak because of our sins. Others need to have that same mercy for they too are weak from sins.

Blessed are the Merciful… Matt 5:7 Many years ago, executives of the Time-Life publishing organization discovered that the company’s profit margin had shrunk to an alarmingly low level. Consequently, they began an intensive effort to try to cut costs. Efficiency experts suggested that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Is Church So Important?

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 9, 2009

God has placed within each of us some basic needs that are met when we make church a priority in our lives.

Why Is Church So Important? Text: Acts 2:42-47 Introduction 1. Illustration: A little old lady was amazed at how nice the young man was next door. Everyday he would help her gather things from her car or help her in her yard. One day the old lady finally ask the young man, "son, how did you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

Give Us Today Our Daily Bread

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 14, 2009

A sermon on this petition of the Model or Lord’s Prayer (Outline taken from MacLaren’s Expositions of Holy Scripture)

Wednesday night prayer meeting 8/19/2009 Give us this day our daily bread- Matthew 6:11 Introduction: A. This petition seems so earthy. It seems so tied to human needs that it seems out of place. Is anything too small and earthy for God? After all, Jesus Christ lived here. B. Even a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Agony Or Ecstasy

Contributed by Marie Tombow on Feb 2, 2009

Look at the physical position of the three crosses and the men on them; our physical position in reference to Christ has nothing to do with the spiritual position.

LUKE 23:32-43 PURPOSE: To show that our physical position in reference to Christ has nothing to do with the spiritual position. INTRO: Look at the physical position of the three crosses and the men on them I. AGONY - v.39 A. Hurling insults at Christ “Aren’t You the Christ? “Save Yourself …. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Healing & Wholeness: Pray And Trust God Will Listen To Your Prayer Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2015

God is interested in change. He’s interested in changing you. He can heal and restore – He can make the broken whole, the sick well, God can heal today.

Healing & Wholeness Straight to the question, actually I have 3 questions to begin. Do you believe God listens when you pray? Do you believe God’s timing is perfect? Do you believe God is God and He is able to heal today? On this Healing and Wholeness Sunday, I want to remind you of a few ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Perfect Gift

Contributed by Ramona Oliver on Dec 11, 2014

Receiving the perfect gift this Christmas

The Perfect Gift Acts 3:1-8 1 Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. 2 And a certain man lame from his mother's womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms of them that entered into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational