Sermons on David And Temple:

Lent 2021 - Jesus Cleansing The Temple Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 27, 2021

On the final week before the crucifixion Jesus came to the temple and cleared those who were turning the place into a wicked market and bank. Does He have permission to enter into the temple of our spirits and do the same thing?

Cleansing The Temple Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:3-5 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” And our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-18, Leviticus 12:1-8, Luke 2:22-24, Leviticus 25:1-7, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Isaiah 56:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Apocalyptic Piety : The Destruction Of The Second Temple

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 23, 2019

Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time -- 33rd Sunday, Year C

In 70 A.D. The Roman army destroyed Jerusalem and the Temple by the use of the catapult: The Jewish watchmen cried out in their own language, “THE STONE IS COMING! “THE STONE IS COMING!” The Romans declared their innocence for the death and destruction saying that God had deserted the Temple. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Catholic

Genuine Truths Revealed Inside The Temple Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 23, 2014

It was Tuesday before Jesus' crucifixion. Notice how He spent His last days. He condemned the self-righteous scribes and commended the selfless giving of one poor, destitute widow,

Countdown to Calvary Mark 12:38-44 Genuine Truths Revealed Inside the Temple Intro - 38 Then He said to them in His teaching… Outside the Temple in courtyard of women 13 shophar shaped receptacles (according to Mishnah - new shekel dues, old shekel dues, bird offerings, young birds for the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:23-44

Denomination: Baptist

Temple Details (2 Chronicles 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 5, 2025

Do temple details help us be more detailed in praising God?

Is the sacrifice of praise a way to build positive mental health? Do we thank God in detail? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 4. What did the brass altar and the large basin look like? How is water still used symbolically in the Church? Moreover he made an altar of brass, twenty cubits the length ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Yahweh Has Come To His Temple”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 28, 2023

Matthew 21 and the parable of the two sons, and tenants in the vineyard are really about "Yahweh" coming to His temple, His dwelling place. The Pharisees rejected His Messiahship and thus they ask: "By what authority...." Conclusion: Who do you say Jesus is?

In Jesus Holy Name October 1, 2023 Text: Matthew 21:14-15 Redeemer “Yahweh Has Come to His Temple” Good Morning: Our message today based on the gospel lesson in Matthew 21 will make little ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:14-15

Denomination: Lutheran

"Tricky Words, Tricky Questions In The Temple”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 18, 2023

"Holy Week Questions" A continuation of the parables of Jesus in the temple and his challenge to each opposing group of Jews at the temple (His Temple). finally each part of the congregation plays a part. then the final "greatest commandment" is for us.

In Jesus Holy Name October 22, 2023 Text: Matthew 22:15-23 Redeemer “Tricky Words, Tricky Questions In the Temple” Benjamin Franklin has often been quoted as saying, "In this world, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-33, Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Lutheran

The New Temple Really Exists Now

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 19, 2022

What we should do, routinely and habitually, is commit ourselves to acting rightly and then do not expect any reward, any promotion.

Saturday of 20th Week in Course It’s always interesting when a reading from Scripture begins with the words “afterwards. . .” or “after this. . .” because when we hear those words we ask the question “after what?” So when we go back to chapter 42 of Ezekiel, we get the answer. Ezekiel, a prophet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12, Ezekiel 43:1-7, Psalm 85:9-13

Denomination: Catholic

A Withering Religion

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 21, 2020

Judgment begins at the house of God.

A WITHERING RELIGION. Matthew 21:12-22. Today’s passage brings together two events which are not unrelated to each other: the cleansing of the Temple, and the withering of the fig tree. Both are figurative of the state and changing status of the old Jewish faith at the dawn of the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eight "Right Things" Concerning Giving To The Lord

Contributed by Tim Gresham on Jan 10, 2004

King David is preparing the congregation of Israel to give toward the building of the Temple. 8 simple points

Eight “Right Things” Concerning Giving to the Lord by Pastor Tim Gresham Text: 1 Chronicles 29:1-16 Welcome to another Sunday of Stewardship Emphasis! Before I begin, I’d like to tell you of A little girl who became restless in church as the preacher’s sermon dragged on and on. Finally, she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Vision And The Gift Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Mar 23, 2006

David gives us the example of sacrificial giving when he made plans to build the Temple.

Building on Faith: The Vision and The Gift 1 Chronicles 29 King David of Israel casts a long shadow as a pivotal person of human history. A man of passion, bright victory and bitter failure, he reminds us across 3,000 years of the influence of leadership and sacrifice in a cause of worth. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:1

Denomination: Methodist

Saul With A Spear And David With A Harp

Contributed by Ock Park on Oct 18, 2000

Sample Sermon from the book, "Is God Alive in Your Heart?" by Pastor Ock Soo Park of the Good News Mission.

Sample Sermon from the book, "Is God Alive in Your Heart?" by Pastor Ock Soo Park of the Good News Mission. David was a shepherd. Leading his father's flock of sheep to the pastures or waters, he would play a music with his harp, thanking the Lord. While praising the Lord with a harp under the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:10-11, 1 Chronicles 16:10-11

Life Of David: God's Choice Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 4, 2006

Sometimes when it comes to the will of God and the choices God makes for us, we become impatient and irritated at God. Sometimes when it comes to the will of God and the choices God makes for us, we doubt and lose our way. Trust in Him.

LIFE OF DAVID: GOD’S CHOICE 1 SAMUEL 16:1-13 INTRODUCTION...Choices and Responsibility, Little House on the Freeway, Tim Kimmel, p. 143 The words of Eleanor Roosevelt ring true: One’s philosophy is not best expressed in words. It is expressed in the choices one makes. In the long run, we shape ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Of David: A Jealous Eye Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 20, 2006

The steps that Saul took to arrive at jealousy can be steps that we take as well!

LIFE OF DAVID: A JEALOUS EYE 1 SAMUEL 18:1-13 STORY 1 (Genesis 4:1-10) There once was a man named Adam and a woman named Eve. In fact, they were the first people created by God. Genesis chapter 4 tells us that Adam and Eve had children. She gave birth to a son and named him Cain. She gave ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Of David: The Cost Of Nothing Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 25, 2006

For David, the cost of sacrifice was 50 silver shekels and an altar to God. For us, the cost was the life of Jesus Christ

Life of David: The Cost of Nothing 2 Samuel 24:18-25 READ 2 SAMUEL 24:18-25 INTRODUCTION I have to admit that when I began looking at this passage, I had in mind to preach on giving. The passage that we just read has a great example of giving and sacrifice for the sake of God. God directs David ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David, A Pursuing Heart For God

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 12, 2007

The third of series on ‘Developing a Heart for God’

(1) In the September 11th issue of the Los Angeles Times, Patrick Goldstein wrote an article entitled, ‘Five Years Later: Pop Culture of Denial.’ Its subtitle made a very interesting statement, ‘Our fascination with glitz is unabated, and artists remain cautious. We haven’t come to grips with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God