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    The Mystery of the Thorn: A Study of Paul's Thorn in the Flesh
    The Mystery of the Thorn: A Study of Paul's Thorn in the Flesh
    The Mystery of the Thorn: A Study of Paul's Thorn in the Flesh
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    The Mystery of the Thorn: A Study of Paul's Thorn in the Flesh

    By Roderick L. Evans

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    In this book, we will explore the mystery of the thorn in the flesh. Paul stated that God had given him a thorn in his flesh in order to keep him humble because of the revelation that was in his life. However, there has been much controversy over what the thorn in his flesh was, and how God could allow such a thing to exist. In addition, there are Christians claiming that certain afflictions in their lives are a "thorn in the flesh," when they may not be. Therefore, we will endeavor to bring understanding to these concerns and discover what impact this has upon the believer today.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAbundant Truth Publishing
    Release dateJan 13, 2011
    ISBN9781601411327
    The Mystery of the Thorn: A Study of Paul's Thorn in the Flesh
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    Roderick L. Evans

    Roderick Levi Evans is an author, bible lecturer, and Christian apologist. He is the founder of Abundant Truth International Ministries: a prophetic and a Christian apologetic ministry with the commission to defend, equip, and contend for Christ’s Kingdom. He is a prolific author, having written numerous books on topics such as Christian orthodoxy, leadership, worship, spiritual gifts, and other areas of Christian thought and practice; as well as, articles, blogs, sheet music, and poetry.He travels nationally and internationally proclaiming the message of the Christian faith, equipping the Body of Christ for service, and imparting prophetic revelation through seminars, conferences, revivals, and other sacred services. His desire is to see the Church perfected through the truth of God revealed in Jesus Christ. He and his family reside in Elizabeth City, NC.

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      The Mystery of the Thorn - Roderick L. Evans

      THE MYSTERY OF THE THORN

      A STUDY OF PAUL’S THORN IN THE FLESH

      Written by: Roderick Levi Evans

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      Abundant Truth Publishing on Smashwords

      The Mystery of the Thorn

      A Study of Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh

      Copyright ©2009 by Roderick L. Evans

      ISBN 13: 978-1-60141-132-7

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      This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each person you share it with. If you're reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then you should return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the author's work.

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      Table of Contents

      Introduction

      Chapter 1 – Defining the Thorn…

      What is a Thorn?

      Thorns in the Old Testament

      Chapter 2 – Decoding the Thorn…

      The Most Controversial Theory

      The Most Unlikely Theory

      The Most Unreasonable Theory

      The Most Accepted Theory

      The Most Probable Theory

      Chapter 3 – Deciphering the Thorn…

      The Originator of the Thorn

      The Perpetrator of the Thorn

      The Character of the One Afflicted

      Chapter 4 – Discovering the Thorn…

      The Work of the Thorn

      The Product of the Thorn

      Chapter 5 – Discerning the Thorn…

      Prerequisite for a Thorn

      Recognizing a Thorn

      Living with a Thorn

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      Introduction

      What is a mystery? In the scriptures, the term mystery was used to describe a hidden spiritual truth that was made known through Christ. Paul expressed that the apostles were stewards over the mysteries of God. They had the responsibility to make known the hidden truths of God through His word that the saints would stand on a sure foundation.Today, this responsibility rests upon the New Testament minister.

      In this Publication

      In this publication, we will explore the mystery of the thorn in the flesh. Paul stated that God had given him a thorn in his flesh in order to keep him humble because of his supernatural experiences. However, there has been much controversy over what the thorn in his flesh was, and how God could allow such a thing to

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