Sermons on Cleanse The Temple:

- Debate In The Temple Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

The Pharisees try to trap Jesus by questioning his authority, by asking about taxes paid to Caesar, the resurrection and which Law is greatest. Jesus rebuts all their attacks. But the battle isn't over. Satan continues his attacks on us today.

Sermon by Rev George Hemmings During my time at Ridley, one of the highlights was the debates. Sometimes there’d be big debates in class, as we tried to wrap our heads around big theological ideas. But the really great debates were the ones the student body organized. Two small teams of ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Temple Theology Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 3, 2016

The way that the temple was used in redemptive history is a reminder of how easy it is for religion to become hollow, or for ritual to rplece a relationship with God.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 1 Kings 8:22-53 “Temple Theology” How important is the temple in the life of the Israelites? We need to realise that Tabernacle (portable) = Temple (permanent) Expand Reminder of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:22-53

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuilding The Temple

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 29, 2013

Past glories, present disappointments, and future glory.

REBUILDING THE TEMPLE. Haggai 2:9. BACKGROUND: King David wanted to build the LORD a house, but the time was not right (1 Chronicles 28:3): David's son would build the LORD's house (2 Samuel 7:12-13). Before his death, David appointed the masons, prepared iron and brass, received the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The New Temple Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Apr 12, 2013

Author and teacher Kay Arthur warns: "If you do not plan to live the Christian life totally committed to knowing your God and to walking in obedience to him, then don't begin, for this is what Christianity is all about. It is a change of citizenship, a c

There's an article on Time magazines website. It begins: "Religion can be a source of comfort that improves well-being. But some kinds of religiosity could be a sign of deeper mental health issues." The article quotes a clinical psychologist who states, "Religion is related to the child having a ...read more

Temple Keepers

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 15, 2013

Heaven will open when we are obedient

Isaiah 64:1-2 Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains would tremble before you! 2 As when fire sets twigs ablaze and causes water to boil, come down to make your name known to your enemies and cause the nations to quake before you! 3 For when you did awesome things ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Church And The Temple Series

Contributed by Darian Catron on Jul 25, 2015

We are the Church and we are the Temple. The Church is not a building we come to. The Church is people, people called out of darkness. We do not come to a Temple to offer animal sacrifices. We come together as the Church to offer ourselves to God.

SERMON TITLE- “The Temple and The Church” SERMON SERIES or OCCASION- Final Words DATE- July 26, 2015 LOCATION- Shelbyville Christian Church INTRODUCTION: Illustration/Story/Quote/Statistic- (Quoted from Barna Group “Americans divided on the importance of Church) What, if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-17, 1 Peter 2:9, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Clearing The Temple

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 15, 2017

This is the account of Jesus clearing the temple. The questions we will ask today are, "What would Jesus do if He came into our church and looked at everything?" and "What would Jesus do if He came into our lives and looked at everything"? He IS here!

Mark 11:1-11, 15-19 (Please open your Bibles so you can read along) Jericho to Jerusalem – 18 miles south rising 3,325 feet in elevation It was along this road that the parable of the Good Samaritan is situated. So, let’s go ahead and read the Scripture for today – Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-19

Denomination: Nazarene

Temple Abomination? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 2, 2017

Will a Temple be rebuilt in Jerusalem and when?

Before reading our text this morning, It is helpful for us to quickly visit God’s Prophecies through Daniel. Open your Bibles to Daniel 9 and read along with me verses 20-27…. The “seven” noted by God in Daniel is actually 7 years! And so… Daniel 9:24 – Seventy “sevens” (490 Hebrew Calendar ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:14-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Temple In Heaven

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 27, 2014

When any person gets an opportunity to look into the majesty of Heaven, it should cause us to be encouraged, excited, and to look forward! Even during worst human time(s), God still shows us how amazing He is!

The Temple in Heaven Revelation, Part 24, Revelation 15:1-8 Introduction - This is the Lion of the Tribe of Judah (righteous and (IMP) merciless) -- Make no mistake: He shall no longer be the sacrificial lamb -- He is the one promised to judge the living and the dead - As Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Passion For The Temple Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 19, 2014

We are the church because we have the Holy Spirit living inside of us.

Passion For The Temple Text: John 2:13-22 Introduction 1. Illustration: Daniel Webster offered excellent advice, saying, "If we work on marble it will perish. If we work on brass, time will efface it. If we rear temples, they will crumble to dust. But if we work on men’s immortal minds, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Methodist

Temples Of Praise

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 30, 2014

The Lord has given Christians their Spiritual gifts, talents and all the resources they need to be a temple of worship. One that expresses to all who see their lives that they are children of God sold out to the cause of Christ and enjoying the abundant life promised by Him.

Title: Temples of Praise Theme: Four Truths for Living for the Lord Introduction: Our opening text today is something that every born-again Christian should take to heart. (Thru the Bible) Everything Christians have come from God, therefore they should be bound in their hearts to use it for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New Temple

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 28, 2013

Solomon’s temple – a place of sacrifice and divine presence

1 Kings 5:1—5, 8:1-13 “A New Temple” INTRODUCTION Today we are focusing our attention on King Solomon, the son of David and one of the kings of Israel’s golden age. Solomon is remembered for several things. He was one of the wealthiest men, if not the wealthiest man, ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Indestructible Temple Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 9, 2012

Resurrection Sunday demonstrates that eternal light and life will ultimately win over death and darkness. Jesus used the imagery of the Temple to picture his resurrection. So let’s go there.

The Indestructible Temple 1. Because Easter is such an important day, our elders met and decided, "You know, we want to get a really special speaker. Why don’t we call the best preacher in the state and ask him to speak." And they did and he said "No". So they said, "Well, if we can’t have the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:18-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus At The Temple

Contributed by Rich Cook on Apr 25, 2012

A short outline about what Jesus did in the Temple during Holy Week, and also what he does in our hearts today.

Jesus and the Temple Seeds: Bible app study note 1. Matthew 21:12-17. 2. I love when the bad guys get what’s coming to them. In the movies or on a TV show, it’s almost “therapeutic” to see the bad guys get theirs. 3. That’s what we feel most often when we read these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Respect The Temple Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 31, 2012

Our bodies are not o nly sensational and special - they are also sacred.

“Building Quality Relationships: With Jesus – Respect the Temple” Eph. 5:3-8; Ps. 139: 1-6 & 13-18 Let’s begin with a brief exercise. When I say “Now”, I want you to exhale and empty your lungs. Ready? Now…Now take a deep breath and fill your lungs. In the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed