Sermons on Children In The Temple:

Choosing What’s Most Important Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Aug 13, 2017

This sermon looks at the practice of worship

Choosing What’s Most Important 2 Kings 17: 35-39 Jealous of David’s growing power, influence and popularity, King Saul sought to have him killed. David went into hiding. But when Saul died, he could finally stop running and was anointed King of Israel. The following 7 ½ years, the nation was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 17:35-39

Denomination: Methodist

Godly Anger

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 26, 2018

He poured out the changers' money, and overthrew the tables.

Lent3B. Today we have by far the most famous story of Jesus’ anger, yet none of the gospel writers mention the word anger in it, they said that he was “consumed with zeal.” I read a story of a little kid filled with a kind of zeal. His dad said: One morning, my wife asked our four-year son, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Catholic

Isaiah's Atonement Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 18, 2016

Our text is one of the most famous in Scripture, certainly one of the most dramatic – Isaiah’s vision of God in the temple. What does this vision of God and Isaiah’s role in it signify?

Isaiah 6:1-7 Isaiah’s Atonement 10/12/00 D. Marion Clark Introduction Our text is one of the most famous in Scripture, certainly one of the most dramatic – Isaiah’s vision of God in the temple. Such texts as this one is quite daunting for a minister to preach. With the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Door Keeper PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 28, 2024

This sermon explores the joy of dwelling in God's presence, the honor of serving Him, and the strength derived from His divine love.

Welcome, beloved congregation, to this blessed gathering where we open our hearts and minds to the divine wisdom of God's word. Today, we will be focusing on Psalm 84:10, a scripture that carries with it a profound message of faith, devotion, and the incomparable joy of dwelling in God's presence. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:10

Topics: God's Temple

Overturned Tables PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

Explores the sanctity of worship, sincerity of faith, and our bodies as temples, urging us to honor God in our words and lives.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be standing here, in this sacred space, sharing in the unity of our faith and the warmth of our fellowship. We are gathered here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love and redemption. In our ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Topics: Temples, God

1 Kings 6-7 - The True Temple Series

Contributed by Sam Cheung on Aug 8, 2021

A review of 1 Kings chapter 6 and 7 and how Solomon's Temple points forward to Jesus as the true and eternal temple.

A few of you have been around to my house. I have to confess that it’s now been three years and I still haven’t put up most of the framed pictures I have. I suppose I still see my stay as temporary, and I’m not sure how much longer I’m going to stay in Malaysia. But imagine for a moment that you ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

You Don’t Need The World’s Wisdom Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #11. The believer as the temple of God and how this affects our ttitudes is the focus of this message.

If I were to preach a message about separation and the need to keep ourselves unspotted by the sin and decay all around us, there are certain verses I would use. 2 Corinthians 6:14-17 – “Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16-23

The Joyous Mother Of Children (Part 1)

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 8, 2020

A Mother's Day message to remind the churches of the importance of mothers, encouraging God's people to emphasize the role of mothers for a godly family.

“Praise the LORD! Praise, O servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD! “Blessed be the name of the LORD from this time forth and forevermore! From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the LORD is to be praised! “The LORD is high above all nations, and his glory above ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Contemporary Reflection On Jesus' Cleansing Of The Temple And St. Paul’s Temple Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 2, 2024

A Contemporary Reflection on Jesus' Cleansing of the Temple and St. Paul’s Temple of the Holy Spirit

A Contemporary Reflection on Jesus' Cleansing of the Temple and St. Paul’s Temple of the Holy Spirit Scripture: John 2:13-25 Reflection The narratives of Jesus' cleansing of the temple and St. Paul's teachings on the temple of the Holy Spirit hold profound significance in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Other

How Can I Raise A "Normal" Child In A World That Is Out Of Control?

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

Biblical parenting principals will help to raise a healthy child.

How can I raise a "normal" child in a world that is out of control? Proverbs 22:6 School shootings, sexual experimentation, drugs, gangs, cable television, poor academic standards . . . times have changed. What's a parent to do? How can we raise a "normal" child in a world that is spinning out of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist

Parental Stumbling Blocks

Contributed by Carlton Coon on Dec 27, 2000

Discussion of things that hinder parents from succeeding as parents

Parental Stumbling Blocks The raw numbers describing the plight of American children are alarming. Here is what is happening in a day in the life of the children of the United States: One drops out of school every eight seconds of the school day. One is abused every 47 seconds. One is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:5-7, Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can The Lord Help Me Overcome The Problems Of Disobedient Children?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Outrageous conduct is not done for reasons of ignorance of God’s standards of truth, but is caused by self will, rebellion and one’s own sinful desires. Only the Lord’s love is able to break through to some stubborn hearts and minds.

What Should I Do With My Disobedient Children? 1. Ask the Lord for help in resisting the declining moral tendencies in our society. Paul writes, "They disobey their parents, they are senseless, faithless, heartless, ruthless. Although they know God’s righteous decree that those who do such things ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:30-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Leave ... Your Kids Behind Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 25, 2002

Part of the Left Behind Powerpak

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. In Genesis 22 is a story that we need to consider this morning. It starts in vs. 1 & you can follow along in your Bibles if you wish. Here is how it begins: “Some time later God tested Abraham. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

On Not Losing What We Have Worked For Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 11, 2002

There is nothing more disappointing than losing something for which we have worked; we are in danger of losing a generation of children if we do not teach forthrightly what Christian values are and if we do not reject intrusive, deceptive messages from th

There is no greater disappointment than working for something for a long time, only to see that work just disappear. You worked hard, but it’s gone. That is truly an awful feeling. A couple of weeks ago, on one of those steamy weekends filled with unpredictable thunderstorms, my wife was ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Alpha Male Or Child Of God

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 19, 2002

Many times winning at all costs is the mantra that we live by. But Jesus challenges us to become like a child - what does that mean, really, and how does it help God rescue us?

Why is it that we always measure everything by who the best at it or who’s the richest or most popular or highest ranking or most powerful? Every year we have lists and competitions and contests to determine these things – the Super Bowl, the NBA playoffs, the Forbes list of the richest Americans, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel