Sermons on Platted A Crown Of Thorns:

Honor Guard

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Mar 31, 2013

We must keep, guard and preserve the Word of God with and within our lives.

Quotes: In order to deserve, we must pay our dues and steadily work for perfection. We must relish in struggle, and relinquish pride. We must dispel fear and seek enlightenment. We must shun division and honor love. We must know our hearts and seek to understand others. We must try, live, create, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Wicked Tenants: An Exposition Of Matthew 21:33-46

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 25, 2020

Sometimes Parables have meanings that are hidden to some and revealed to others. At other times, they tell it like it is;

The Parable of the Wicked Tenants: An Exposition of Matthew 21:33-46 The parables of Jesus were often spoken to hide the truth from His enemies and reveal it to the disciples and those who held to Jesus teaching. It is true that He often had to take them aside to explain what the parable meant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46, Isaiah 5:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Day Death Died (Edited Version)

Contributed by Richard Deem on Mar 22, 2024

This may be the most unusual Easter message you have heard.

O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? 56 The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. 57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. [1 Cor 15:55-57] INTRODUCTION: This may be the most unusual Easter message you have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Revelation 1:18

Denomination: Church Of God

Fertile Ground Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 8, 2025

This is the 26th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#26] FERTILE GROUND Luke 8:1-18 Introduction: For teachers and students, the School Year is over; but for the Maintenance Department, this is when we are the busiest. Several weeks ago, we hydro-seeded at 2 of our Elementary Schools. The Grounds Team dug up the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-18, Matthew 13:1-23, Mark 4:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Extreme Makeover Trials Edition Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 14, 2005

This is the 11th sermon in the series "Are You Prepared?"

Series: Are You Prepared? [#11] EXTREME MAKEOVER: TRIALS EDITION Revelation 6:1-8 Introduction: As we come to this point in our series, I had to ask the Lord to show me how to preach this sermon in a way that would be applicable to our lives and yet at the same time not take away from the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Glory Of Man

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007

Ladies we have been entrusted with an honorable position & responsibility in the earth! But do we really understand it??? Let’s look at it together.

Ladies Net Meeting Pastor Patti McCall The Glory of Man 1 Corinthians 11:7b NIV …but the woman is the glory of man. Ladies we have been entrusted with an honorable position & responsibility in the earth! But do we really understand it??? Let’s look at it together. 1. THE WOMAN IS THE GLORY OF ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Race

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Feb 9, 2024

The race of faith is not a sprint. It is a marathon.

February 10, 2024 In every sport there are winners and losers. Very rarely will you have a tie and never will you see all the competitors cross the line at the same time. Only one gets the Stefanos crown – the crown of victory. The Super Bowl is tomorrow. Last September 32 teams started ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Colossians 3:2, 1 John 2:15, 1 John 5:4, Hebrews 10:19-23, Hebrews 10:35-39, Hebrews 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, Hebrews 12:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Pressing Toward The Mark

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

Pressing toward the mark involves commitment, focus, discipline, and the refusal to settle for less than God's best.

PRESSING TOWARD THE MARK By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:12-14 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Hebrews 12:1-2, Luke 9:62, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 INTRODUCTION: The Christian journey is not a sprint but a lifelong race. It is marked by challenges, victories, setbacks, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Running The Race Of Faith With Endurance

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 2, 2025

The Christian life is likened to a race — not a short sprint, but a marathon that requires perseverance, focus, discipline, and determination.

RUNNING THE RACE OF FAITH WITH ENDURANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 40:31, 2 Timothy 4:7-8 INTRODUCTION: The Christian life is likened to a race — not a short sprint, but a marathon that requires ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faithful In All Things At All Times

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 22, 2021

Words of encouragement can keep us moving forward in the right direction.

There was a young pastor who said he served alongside the senior pastor and he witnessed him writing 5 to 10 notes of encouragement every Monday. He sent these notes to different people in the church. At the time, he didn't really understand the importance of what he was doing. Why spend so ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, Philippians 3:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Church To Nowhere

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 15, 2022

Revelation 3

THE CHURCH TO NOWHERE (REVELATION 3) Most people were not able to take a vacation last year, and not so soon in the immediate future, because of the pandemic, quarantine, flying and other restrictions. What do you do when your vacation becomes a staycation? Enter the sea-cation “cruise to nowhere” ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Part 5 - Smyrna: The Church Rich In Christ Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 30, 2020

Smyrna was a poor church, brutally persecuted, but Rich In Christ. What was Christ's word to them?

Smyrna: The Church Rich in Christ Watch this message at https://youtu.be/J2xJJ2xzEKQ www.gracecommunity.com What do you say to somebody who is suffering? How do you counsel people who are going through great times of sorrow and tribulation? We’ve been party to suffering in our country lately. What ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, James 2:5, Romans 2:29, Psalm 56:11, John 16:33, 1 John 4:5, Hebrews 7:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Winners With A Weakness Series

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Dec 9, 2006

YOU THINK GOD CAN NOT AND DOES NOT WANT TO USE YOU BECAUSE OF CHARACTER FLAWS, WELL GUESS AGAIN. JESUS USED A GROUP OF MEN WITH FLAWS TO EXPAND THE KINGDOM. LET’S EXPLORE . . .

II CORINTHIANS 12:7-10 WINNERS WITH A WEAKNESS . . . 1976 FILM BAD NEWS BEARS FEATURING COACH MORRIS BUTTERMAKER (BILLY BOB THORNTON) WHO IS RECRUITED TO COACH THE BEARS, A WOEFULLY INEPT LITTLE LEAGUE TEAM CONSISTING OF 12 MISFITS TO A CHAMPIONSHIP AGAINST THEIR HATED RIVALS, THE YANKEES. THIS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do We Suffer?

Contributed by Pastor Michael Church on Nov 25, 2006

This sermon is simple yet profound, for the glory of God.If you have ever wonder why in the world is this happening to me? God has the answer.

Why do we Suffer? Pastor Michael Church 10-25-06 Introduction- All these words and other describe Suffering- sickness, bereavement, disappointment, heartaches, troubles, tears, sorrows, trails, difficulties, pain, woe, and misery When we go through a time of suffering, if you want to see what ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Road Not Taken

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 16, 2021

There are many options in life, but only two outcomes. There are many roads, routes and paths but only two eternal destinations. Where is the road you have taken leading you to?

TEXT: 2 Timothy 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia. YOU HAVE A CHOICE God gave man the unique privilege of choice and our first parents used it to their hurt and man it still suffering from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10, Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal