Sermons on Matthew 10:37-42:

Is The Price Too High?"

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

today the question we look at is this: Is the price of being a Christian too high?

Whenever I buy something, whether it is a car or a gallon of milk, I always check the price. The question always is: Am I willing to pay this amount, or is the price too high? If I stop at a gas station to get a gallon of milk, and see a price of $3, I think: OK, I could pick it up for 20 cents ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Baptist

Someone Forgot To Call God Again

Contributed by Chaz Brown on Dec 3, 2000

Why do we always seem to forget to call God all the time, unless we are in trouble?

Someone forgot to Call God Again. By Rev. Chaz M. Brown Why is it that we always forget to call God unless we are in trouble? We always forget to call God until there is an accident. We always forget to call God until there is a fire taking someone’s home. WE always forget to call God until ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Second Coming Of The Cross.

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Apr 18, 2001

The first time the Cross came to you was for Salvation, the second time the Cross comes to you is for Service.

When you came to the Cross of the Lord Jesus Christ, you came for Salvation and or forgiveness of sins. Sometime in the Christian life the Cross will come to you for Service or Persecution for His Name’s sake. The passages here say that we must not put anyone above the Savior. If we put God second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Authority Of The Believer

Contributed by Paul Vincent on Oct 18, 2000

I. INTRODUCTION: A.

I. INTRODUCTION: A. AS I STUDY THE WORD OF GOD, ESPECIALLY THE NEW TESTAMENT IT BECOMES CLEAR TO ME THAT GOD DESIRES FOR US TO HAVE AUTHORITY FROM HIM, AND FOR US TO USE THAT AUTHORITY AS THE HOLY SPIRIT LEADS US. 1. Mark 16:15-20 2. 2 Corinthians 2:1-5 } Go to and read each passage 3. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-39, Matthew 10:1-7

8 Reasons To Fear Not Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 10

8 REASONS TO FEAR NOT Matthew 10 v. 24 - 42 There is no reason to fear, because of :- 1. Our position v. 24 The disciple is a servant, as well as a son v 25 "of his household." as such:- (a) There are similarities with the Lord. "they took knowledge of them that they had been with Jesus". - if ye ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-42

Denomination: Holiness

Prince Of Peace Instigates War

Contributed by James May on Jan 14, 2002

The Prince of Peace has come to bring a sword and not peace to the earth. The Peace that He brings can only be experienced if we are covered by the Blood of the Lamb.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Extreme Faith

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 11, 2002

In this message we will see that the only call that God has made is to a extreme faith.

Extreme Faith, Getting Out Of The Boat SHOW VIDEO CLIP –EXTREME SPORTS Prayer One afternoon Peter and his friends got into a boat to cross the Sea of Galilee. Jesus wanted to be alone (He was off in the hills praying), so they were boating without him. But Peter didn’t mind – he’d been on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Benefits Of Sacrifice

Contributed by Arthur Good on Jun 16, 2001

What we "gain" through humble sacrifice for God.

Theme: What we gain through sacrifice. Introduction: Philippians 3:7, 8. In scripture we find a principle that shows us that to make the greatest gains spiritually, we must be willing to sacrifice things physically. These “things” may include our possessions, time, money, convenience, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-8, Matthew 10:37-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prince Of Peace Brings A Sword Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Feb 17, 2002

Jesus quotes Micah’s prophecy to warn his followers of the cost of discipleship, and its reward.

The Prince of Peace Brings a Sword Text: Matthew 10:34-39 Introduction The biggest fear of most Basic Trainees is that an injury will force them to restart training. After my worship service (as a Basic Training Chaplain) one morning I spoke to a soldier on crutches as my three-year-old wound ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Want Me To What?

Contributed by Richard Jones on Nov 3, 2000

How far are YOU willing to go?

“You Want Me To What?” Genesis 22:1-14 I can’t remember the name of the movie, it was on television and I just saw a little bit of it, but one scene is stuck to my heart as though it was riveted. Every time I think of it, it chills my soul! A woman is speaking across the valley of death to her ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

230 - Choose To Lose Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Aug 24, 2002

A great paradox in the Christian walk is the more we lose, the more God wins.

Sermon Study 230 – CHOOSE TO LOSE (1) CHOSE TO LOSE – YOU WILL FIND Mat 10:39 Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. ILLUST: One evening a woman was driving home when she noticed a huge truck behind her that was driving uncomfortably close. She ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:39

Denomination: Baptist

"Fear Not”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 17, 2002

June 23, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 7 Matthew 10:24-39 Color: Green Title: “Fear Not”

June 23, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 7 Matthew 10:24-39 Color: Green Title: “Fear Not” 24 "A disciple is not above the teacher, nor a slave above the master; 25it is enough for the disciple to be like the teacher, and the slave like the master. If they have called the master of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39

Denomination: Lutheran

#1basketcase Holder Teammember Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 18, 2002

We look at the man of God as a teammember, and how he needs others to hold his rope.

#1 BASKETCASES HOLDERS, BE PART OF THE TEAM. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Dear friends: Part#1 of 3 parts; Basketcases holders. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 11:33 And through a window in a basket was I let down by the wall, and escaped his hands. Matthew 10:42And whosoever shall give to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:42, 2 Corinthians 11:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ's Principles Of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42)

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 7, 2002

Christ’s Principles of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42)Let us remember that we have to obey and trust Christ and His priniciples for evangelism to achieve success.

Christ’s Principles of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42) Quote:It is easy to determine when something is aflame. It ignites other material. Any fire that does not spread will eventually go out. A church without evangelism is a contradiction in terms, just as a fire that does not burn is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-42, Matthew 10:16-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 14, 2007

We often think of Jesus as being the Prince of Peace. So what did He mean when He said He came to bring a sword?

Let me ask you something… when you think about Jesus, what are some characteristics that come to mind? PARTICIPATION (Loving, gentle, kind, forgiving…) That’s the Jesus most of us think about. That’s the Lord and God we want to know… one who’s compassionate, caring, understanding, generous. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Wesleyan