Sermons on Thorns In The Flesh:

( A Child Is Born And A Son Is Given )

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Dec 24, 2023

AS WE CELEBRATE THE REASON FOR THE SEASON WHICH IS JESUS CHRIST A TIME WE HONOR THAT WHEN GOD BECAME FLESH AND WALKED AMONG MEN

ISAIAH 9 : 6 6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. VERY BRIEFLY I WANT TO REASON WITH YOU ON THE THOUGHT ( A CHILD IS ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, John 1:14, Isaiah 7:14, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

A Fool For Christ

Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Oct 20, 2012

2 Corinthians 11:16-12:10 It is in our weakness that we find the true strength of Christ - St Paul addresses those who considered themselves

SJE sermon series: 2 Corinthians 11:16-12:10, 26 August 2012 This is our second last installment in our series through Paul’s second letter to the church at Corinth. What we are hearing this week is Paul’s use of irony and the startling conclusion – it is in weakness that the ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Wealth In Wellness

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Apr 13, 2024

Living well may seem elusive. But Jesus lived the best life. How can we live a life of wellness? It is coming to a place as Jesus was--full of grace and truth. Therein lies the wealth of wellness.

Wealth in Wellness There is a wealth that resides in wellness. 3 John 1:2 (NKJV) says, “Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” The Apostle John is addressing the “beloved,” and he prays that those who are beloved would prosper. The word ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2, Genesis 4:7, James 1:19-20, Ephesians 1:3, 2 Samuel 11:1, Jonah 4:4, John 14:31, John 2:15, 2 Corinthians 12:9, John 1:14, Proverbs 9:10, Romans 14:12, Judges 21:25  (view more)  (view less)

Remembering 9/11

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 3, 2011

In this message, I want us to look back, to look around, and to look up, because looking up is our only hope.

INTRO.- WHO SAID THESE WORDS? “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair.” II Corinthians 4:8 ILL.- (From a news release by DeMoss News) In a summer filled with superhero movies, Americans are confusing Captain America’s messages of triumph with quotes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Name Is Called Immanuel Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Dec 5, 2006

Using texts from the prophecies of Isaiah, this is an Advent, Christmas, Epiphany Series on "The Names of Jesus." The theme of this inital sermon is that in the birth of Jesus, God has come to us in human flesh and is our source of strength.

WHAT’S IN A NAME?: HIS NAME IS CALLED IMMANUEL --ISAIAH 7:10-17, MATTHEW 1:18-23, Hebrews 2:14-18 Everyone is familiar with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet are star crossed lovers. Their families are bitter enemies. In Act II, Scene Two is the famous balcony ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-17

Denomination: Methodist

Upside-Down, Backwards, And Inside-Out

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Jul 26, 2006

Utilizing 2 Samuel 5:1-10; 2 Corinthians 12:2-10; and Mark 6:1-13, this sermon highlights how the Gospel often seems Upside-down and backwards--but really it is our perspective which needs adjusting.

When I was a camp counselor during the summers of my High School and College years, I looked forward to the many theme days that we would have throughout the summer. We’d have international food days—complete with French Toast, Tacos, and Hungarian Goulash (that you’d eat with your fingers), or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Doing The Impossible Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 25, 2011

Whatever God does He does for our good and for His glory.

“Xtreme Faith: Doing the Impossible” Exodus 14:1-15 This is one of those sections of the Bible where the unfolding drama is exciting; the action is hot and heavy. So let’s get right to it. SCENE 1 – GOD SPEAKS. God tells Moses where to lead Israel. Nothing new; God did ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why It Hurts Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 31, 2011

When we consider pain, there are three particularly painful areas of life: our relationships, our work and finances, and our health. The pain that we experience in each of these areas of life can be traced to the judgments that God delivered after the fa

Sermon Notes July 31, 2011 FBCam Why it Hurts Genesis 3:16-19 CS Lewis, in “The Problem of Pain,” writes: “When I was an atheist, if anyone had asked me “why do you NOT believe in God, my reply would have been.... PAIN.. [People] cause pain by being born, and live by pain and in pain they ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Prayer Goes Unanswered Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Feb 19, 2007

Why doesn’t God answer all our prayers? And when he doesn’t, what should our response be? Part 4 of a series inspired by Philip Yancey’s book "Disappointment with God."

Back when I was a student at Bethany Bible College in Sussex, NB, I lived in one of the dormitories. They’ve since renovated the dorm, but when I was there we had two pay phones in the dorm… one on the second floor, and one on the third. The one on the third floor worked fine, but the one on the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

My Grace Is Sufficient Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 12

MY GRACE IS SUFFICENT FOR YOU (2 CORINTHIANS 12:7-10) Do you know that people who think they are treated unfairly are more likely to suffer a heart attack or chest pain? According to a report published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, those who thought they had experienced the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

My Grace Is Sufficient For You

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 28, 2008

Paul, Pt. 12

MY GRACE IS SUFFICENT FOR YOU (2 CORINTHIANS 12:7-10) Do you know that people who think they are treated unfairly are more likely to suffer a heart attack or chest pain? According to a report published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, those who thought they had experienced the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Mean To Tell Me God Was A Baby!

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Dec 18, 2002

This sermon starts by looking at just how amazing it is that the word became flesh and then continues by looking at how truly amazing it is that since God was made a child we can become His children.

Some times we do things that, well just aren’t too smart. In my case, this happens on a weekly basis. A while back, I heard a noise out near our trashcans and I looked out there to see a large raccoon digging for a little midnight snack. This had to be stopped. So the brave hunter I am, I got ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Hannah's Vow Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 3, 2013

Prayer, Discouragement, Joy, Commitment

1 Samuel 1:11 (p. 185) October 6, 2013 Introduction: What is the most painful thing God has told you to accept, or deal with? Something which you cannot fix or make go away? Something you will have to deal with on a regular basis and it might never change. In the new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eve: The First Temptation Series

Contributed by William Jones on Jun 9, 2017

A Look at the First Temptation of Eve and the topic of Temptation as seen in I John 2:15-17 and Genesis 2-3. This sermon examines the Lust of the Flesh, the Lust of the Eyes, and the Pride of Life.

Eve: The First Temptation 15 Do not love the world  or the things that belong to  the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in him. 16 For everything that belongs to  the world—the lust of the flesh,  the lust of the eyes,  and the pride  in one’s lifestyle—is not from the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Has Called You Into New Life

Contributed by Stephen Becker on Jan 19, 2008

A look at the promise of Jesus. Today, through faith we have a new life with Him. At the Resurrection, we will have a new body.

GOD HAS CALLED YOU INTO NEW LIFE Stephen H. Becker, M.Div., ULLM St. Peter’s Lutheran Church—Elk Grove January 20th, 2007—2nd Sunday after Epiphany As Christians, how often have you heard people refer to us—or maybe even we ourselves call ourselves—as “born again.” A great dialogue we find in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran