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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
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Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
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
We can be thorny people at times, saying "I just can't take it anymore." Paul tells us that's a good thing.
A Thorn In My Side 2021 Summer Series / 2 Corinthians 12:2–10 • [VIDEO] • [IMAGE] Sand spurs. Bane of kid existence. • Sometimes we look and feel like we’ve been rolling around in a field of thorns. • We can be “thorny people.” • We get to the point where we say, “I just can’t take it any ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10, Mark 8:35, Philippians 2:6-11
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
It never ceases to amaze me that when people start coming to Sunday School they talk about how much they learn from the Bible.
Illus: A Sunday school teacher was discussing the Ten Commandments with her five and six year olds. • After explaining the commandment to, "honor thy father and thy mother," she asked "Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and sisters?" • Without ...read more
Scripture: Song of Songs 2:1-2
Denomination: Baptist
How do we respond to the thorns that just won't go away? Paul gives a great example and encouragement in what to do.
2.16.25 2 Corinthians 12:7b–10 (EHV) 7 I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me, so that I would not become arrogant. 8 Three times I pleaded with the Lord about this, that he would take it away from me. 9 And he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, because ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
Denomination: Lutheran
Explore the purpose and power of God over the "thorns" or challenges in our lives.
Good morning, family! Today, we'll be diving deep into 2 Corinthians 12:7. We're going to explore the reality of a thorn in our flesh, the purpose of it, and most importantly, the power of God over that thorn. You know, Charles Spurgeon once said, "Trials teach us what we are; they dig up the soil ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7
Topics: Evil Spirits, Influence
Explores the power of humility, encouraging believers to embrace their struggles as reminders of their dependence on God and their role in His plan.
Good morning, cherished friends and family. It's always a joy to gather together in fellowship, to share in the warmth of God's love and the wisdom of His word. We are here today, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God has a message for us, a message that is as timeless as it is timely. ...read more
Topics: Humility
Jesus wore the crown of diety and because of that, He was put on the cross. But what most have never realized is that He was also guilty. Let’s see what He was guilty of .....
I am going to talk tonight about the Jesus’ crown, Jesus’ cross, and the Jesus’ guilt. I will show you a crown you have not noticed; I will talk about a cross in a light you have never seen it before; and I will prove to you that Jesus was, in fact, guilty. 1. THE CROWN YOU DID NOT SEE ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 12:2
Denomination: *other
The earthly ministry of Jesus Christ can be divided into 3 stages; namely the Cradle, the Cross and the Crown.
TEXT: Philippians 2:5-11 "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And being found in ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11
Denomination: Church Of God
Jesus Christ is the King of kings, but He also wants to be the King of our lives.
[To receive free sermons each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] KING OF KINGS When I say “the King,” who comes to mind? Elvis Presley? Elvis is often referred to as the “King of Rock and Roll.” He is the best-selling solo artist in the history of popular ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 17:14
People, Disciple Making, The Word of God
FOLLOW THE LEADER – Our Joy and Crown 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20 (pg. 824) August 16, 2015 Introduction: There is an industry that’s grown by over 300% in the last decade...it’s not internet related or high tech...It’s the trophy industry SHOW VIDEO (Real Sports ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20
A trilogy of sermons based on Psalms 22-24
"THE CROSS, THE CROOK & THE CROWN" Pt. 2 - The Shepard's Crook Psalms 23:1 Psalm 23:1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 23:1-7
Did you know “thorns” are mentioned 57 times in the Bible. Two of the most famous references are here and Jesus’ crown of thorns. A thorn is considered a curse of the ground, yet it is from a thorn bush we pick our most beautiful roses.
A THORNY ISSUE II CORINTHIANS 12:1-10 INTRODUCTION: Did you know “thorns” are mentioned 57 times in the Bible. Two of the most famous references are here and Jesus’ crown of thorns. A thorn is considered a curse of the ground, yet it is from a thorn bush we pick our most beautiful roses. The ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10
Our key text for tonight touches on all of these themes. It comes from the Gospel according to… Isaiah!
As I was pondering and seeking the Lord on what to share with you this evening, I was thinking about how we just finished up with Christmas and in just a few weeks we will be going into Lent and the Easter season. That really got me thinking about the different memorial seasons we observe to focus ...read more
Denomination: Charismatic
Whenever we realize that all is not roses, that thorns come along with every life, we have to deal with our duty toward God.
Friday of the Fourteenth Sunday in course 2024 At some point in every person’s life, there comes a realization that all is not well with that life. It may have to do with a really terrible family argument or tragedy. Sometimes it waits around until sexual awakening, and the confusing feelings that ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 51:3-17, Matthew 10:16-23, Hosea 14:2-9
Let us be thankful, God hears our prayers and meets our needs.
"A Year Crowned With Bounty" Ps. 65:1-13 You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance. Intro: It has been a year since our last Thanksgiving service; 12 months have passed since the 19th of last November - the Sunday before Thanksgiving day last year. To ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 65:1-13
Denomination: Pentecostal
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