Sermons on Thorn In Flesh:

Always Thankful For All Things Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 16, 2010

We see from Scripture that an attitude of thanksgiving is expected of God’s children. We can attain this by keeping our pride, complacency, and critical attitudes in check and our focus on all blessings we have from God.

Always Thankful For All Things 11/23/08 PM Text: Ephesians 5:20 Introduction This Thursday is Thanksgiving Day. One day in which we set aside our busy schedules to be thankful. Now, there is nothing wrong with that but the word of God tells us that thankfulness should be our attitude all the time, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dear Sweet Matilda With Two Faces

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Aug 27, 2009

A story of perception and deception based on hypocrasy.

Out of the shadow came sweet little Matilda, an elderly woman who was very sociable and liked to talk to everyone and anyone. Everyone knew Matilda in the town, she was there from day dot – she was always there. No one could imagine the town without her she was so well known and so kind and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Congregational

The Answers We Need

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 13, 2009

A Message from Psalms 42 speaking to the trials and troubles which we encounter.

The Answers We Need Psalms 42:1-11 * Two days after the 9/11 attacks on our nation, Anne Graham Lotz was being interviewed by Jane Clayson on the CBS early show and was asked, "I’ve heard people say, those who are religious, those who are not, if God is good, how could God let this happen? To that, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Things In Perspective

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on May 22, 2016

Sometimes we believe the whole world revolves around us. Other times, we wonder if God really cares about us. Psalm 8 gives an attitude adjustment for both. Our true self-esteem is found in God, who is great and greatly to be praised!

Psalm 8 Keeping things in Perspective Do you ever think that maybe Galileo and Copernicus got it wrong, that our solar system doesn’t really revolve around the sun? Because on some days it seems like the universe just revolves around you? Now let’s be honest. We all have our moments of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Who Sinned? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jan 14, 2019

We are acquainted with the saying, “There is none so blind as those who will not see.” We will see that there are many types of blindness. Even the disciples were not seeing too clearly.

"Opening the Eyes of the Blind" is our new sermon series starting today and for the next three weeks. We will explore John chapter 9 and the events surrounding Jesus bringing sight to a man who was born blind. Please, I encourage you to read ahead. Read the whole chapter and meditate on ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of Joseph

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.

1 Corinthians 10:12-13 Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. 13 There hath no temptation (trial: whether in the form of seductions or afflictions, solicitations to sin or hardships) taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13

Denomination: Foursquare

Jacob-When He Wrestled With God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 1, 2022

If you have ever wrestled with anyone. you'll understand a little of what Jacob endured when he spent most of a night wrestling with an unknown Guest!

Introduction: Jacob and his household had left the land of Laban and were heading back to his homeland. God Himself had told Jacob to do this (Gen. 31:3) and Jacob had obeyed. While on the journey, Moses wrote “the angels of God met” Jacob at a place he called “Mahanaim (Hebrew for “two camps)”. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

Suffering Is Not Good Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

Suffering is not good, but thank God He will work with us, even in that which is not good, to bring forth what is good.

We have special seats as we watch the drama of Job unfold. God has, by this opening chapter, invited us into the balcony to watch the whole thing from a heavenly perspective. We get to see from the view of God and Satan, and who knows how many millions of celestial spectators. It is a sort of ...read more

Fundamentals Of The Faith - Week 6 - Continuing In The Faith – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 15, 2020

1. PRAYER 2. PURPOSE OF PRAYER 3. ANSWERS TO PRAYER 4. CONDITIONS FOR ANSWERED PRAYER

Prayer is basic and fundamental in the life of a Christian, being the very lifeline itself. It is an act of worship, the communion of the soul with God, spirit with Spirit, the saved with the Savior. A. Variety of Prayer. 1. Luke 18:13 "God, have mercy on me, a sinner." a. Prayer is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:13, Psalm 40:1, James 1:17, Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgetting And Focusing Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Oct 8, 2017

Release your past to Christ, both successes and failures. Reach toward your glorious future, living with one foot in eternity as you remember where you’re heading. And daily seek to grow closer to Christ. Make it your daily ambition to know Christ better.

Philippians 3:10-14 Forgetting and Focusing I noticed an odd phenomenon in the military. When people were drawing close to retirement or their discharge date, their whole demeanor changed. They started dragging to formation. Their PT efforts became weakened. Their work grew subpar, or average at ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

"My Grace Is Sufficient”

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 1, 2020

The Lord Jesus promised us that His grace would be sufficient to sustain us, no matter what difficulties we encounter. This grace can flow from Him because He suffered worse than any human. He feels what we feel!

“MY GRACE IS SUFFICIENT” 2 Cor. 12:7-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A couple was celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. They had both been exemplary people. Suddenly an angel appeared in front of them; “I have come to grant each of you one request: what have you always wished for?” 2. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Running On Empty

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 13, 2023

If we are all we have, we better hang onto it. But those who are full of God can’t wait to give it away.

Show me the alley, show me the train, Show me the homeless man who sleeps out in the rain... And I’ll show you a young man with so many reasons why, There but for fortune go you or I, you or I. Show me the whiskey stains on the floor, Show me the drunkard as he stumbles out the door... And I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

3 Battles You Can’t Afford To Lose

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 20, 2024

There are some battles we can afford to lose, others we cannot. Paul said, “Watch your life and doctrine closely...if you do, you will save both yourself and your hearers.” Here's 3 battles to win!

3 BATTLES YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO LOSE 1 Tim. 4:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Jason’s an 18 year old known for his addiction to video games and his total lack of study, so when his graduation day arrived, his grandfather felt these traits needed a little correction. 2. So when the family gathered to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Veterans Day PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 6, 2023

Encourages believers to rely on God's strength and guidance in facing life's battles, understanding the enemy's tactics, and achieving victory.

Good morning, everyone! You know, I've got something on my heart today that I can't wait to share with you all. It's a message that's been stirring in my spirit, and I believe it's a word that's going to touch each and every one of us in a special way. Before we get to it, I want to share a quote ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9

Topics: Veterans

Dependence On God's Grace

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Oct 23, 2006

Our culture is obsessed with achievement. Perhaps we have it all wrong and become more dependent on God’s grace.

We’ve Got It All Wrong! Perhaps the most successful sitcom of all-time is the Beverly Hillbillies. The series aired on CBS from September 26, 1962 to May 23, 1971 and told the rags to riches story of a Bugtussle, Tennessee family striking oil in the Ozark Mountains. Soon after striking “black ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox