Paul Karanick40 Videos

4 Works of the Holy Spirit
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4 Works of the Holy Spirit

Terry, his uncle Larry, and his cousin Ted are heading to a 4 thousand acre ranch to go turkey hunting. A fire (Oklahoma 2018) almost spoils their plans, but it is at least 50 miles away, so the expedition continues. Ande, Terry’s wife, is concerned about the fire and calls to make sure that the […]
Be a great witness for Christ
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Be a great witness for Christ

While studying the temperament of the ocean, a surfer found a time to reflect on the mighty power of God. After surfing for a while, his great day turns into tragedy. Acts 22:11-15 (NASB) 11 But since I could not see because of the brightness of that light, I was led by the hand by […]
Be Angry, Sin not
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Be Angry, Sin not

Christians are called to live a different life than the rest of the world. Christ gave us a great example to live by, yet we see many Christians living their life extremely different than the one that Christ set before us. The Bible tells us that we become a new creation once we become followers […]
Be Born Again
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Be Born Again

Jesus tells us exactly what we must do to enter into Heaven. Eternity is where we all will exist after we die in this life. Some of us will enter into Eternity and live with the Father in Heaven. Not all will enter Heaven. It is time that we share the Good news with everyone; […]
Being refined like gold
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Being refined like gold

A woman watching the news, sees a horrific accident that took place near her home. No one could have possibly lived through that accident. A few minutes later she receives a phone call that her son is in the emergency room of the hospital. Bible verses used in the story: Daniel 11:35 (NASB) Some of […]
Boy dies after covered in sand
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Boy dies after covered in sand

On a family vacation, the son falls into a sink-hole in the sand dunes. Can prayer be effective? Can it be hindered? Does God still answer prayer? Bible verses used in the story: Daniel 9:22-23 Now while I was speaking and praying, and confessing my sin and the sin of my people Israel, and presenting […]
Doubting to Believing
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Doubting to Believing

The first disciples of Jesus Christ are great examples for us, not only in following Christ, but also in how Christ reacts to our failures. After three years of following Christ, the disciples still made some major mistakes, yet Christ loved and encouraged them even with the let-downs. This is great for us to understand […]
Elijah trusting God
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Elijah trusting God

1 Kings 17 Now Elijah the Tishbite, who was of [a]the settlers of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the Lord, the God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, surely there shall be neither dew nor rain these years, except by my word.” 2 The word of the Lord came to him, saying, 3 “Go […]
Encourage each other
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Encourage each other

Sarah’s loneliness and fears draws her closer to trusting in God. Bible verses used in the story: For God has not destined us for wrath, but for obtaining salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us, so that whether we are awake or asleep, we will live together with Him. Therefore encourage one […]
Enjoy! Then Praise God
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Enjoy! Then Praise God

Have you ever forgotten to pray before you eat a meal? There’s a Bible verse for that! It may not be what you are expecting though. God actually tells the people to go and enjoy the land that He has given them, eat the wonderful food that He has provided and then praise Him for […]
Even if God Doesn’t Rescue Me
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Even if God Doesn’t Rescue Me

What it must have been like to stand before Nebuchadnezzar and not bow as being requested. The three Hebrew boys loved their God and would not worship anyone or anything else. Their faith was evident in their stance against Nebuchadnezzar who had threatened them with death in the fiery furnace. No matter what the consequences, […]
Expectation VS God’s Plan
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Expectation VS God’s Plan

For about three years, the disciples followed Jesus Christ and then they witnessed him die on a cross. Can you imagine the let-down they must have felt as the one that they believed would be their Savior is now dead and hanging on a cross? They had great expectations for what Jesus was going to […]
Free Gift of Salvation – It’s about your response
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Free Gift of Salvation – It’s about your response

What is the free gift of Salvation? God’s free gift of salvation is through Jesus Christ. That seems to be simple to understand, until we think about who it includes. Who can receive this free gift of salvation? What if a person has an extremely evil and wicked past, can that person still experience this […]
Gathering Alligator Eggs
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Gathering Alligator Eggs

Robert volunteers to gather alligator eggs. Seriously? Who volunteers for this? Robert needed someone to help him, distract the momma alligators, so he called his own brother. All his brother had to do was tap the momma alligator on its snout with a long stick. LOL! This just seems like it would always end in […]
God has a plan, just follow the dots
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God has a plan, just follow the dots

Getting stuck in Alabama was not what Danita and her husband had planned. In fact, it was just going to be a for a short business trip. Her production company had a gig for her in Alabama and then she would return home to Ohio. Did I mention she was 32 weeks pregnant? The babies […]
God will laugh, mock and not listen
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God will laugh, mock and not listen

Proverbs 1 1 The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel: 2 To know wisdom and instruction, To discern the sayings of understanding, 3 To receive instruction in wise behavior, Righteousness, justice and equity; 4 To give prudence to the naive, To the youth knowledge and discretion, 5 A wise man will […]
God’s Love Revealed Through Us
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God’s Love Revealed Through Us

Pastor Paul Karanick John 6:22-34 (NASB) 22 The next day the crowd that stood on the other side of the sea saw that there was no other small boat there, except one, and that Jesus had not entered with His disciples into the boat, but that His disciples had gone away alone. 23 There came […]
God’s Plan for You
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God’s Plan for You

Story-line: Laura graduated from University of Alabama. She moved to Birmingham and felt all alone with no real direction in her life. Then she was faced with a snow storm that changed her life. From the Bible: For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for welfare and not […]
Greater Works Through Christ
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Greater Works Through Christ

Jesus heals a blind man And they came to Bethsaida. And they *brought a blind man to Jesus and *implored Him to touch him. 23 Taking the blind man by the hand, He brought him out of the village; and after spitting on his eyes and laying His hands on him, He asked him, “Do […]
Is God an Illusion?
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Is God an Illusion?

After challenging God to reveal “behind the curtain” if he was truly real; Jim was diagnosed with cancer. Out of more than 7,000,000 donors; would they find a blood match? Galatians 2:20 (NASB) I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life […]