Sermons on Gates Of Jerusalem:

If One Will Not Do, Why Not Try Two Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 29, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 2: 13 -25

John 2: 13 -25 If One Will Not Do, Why Not Try Two 13 Now the Passover of the Jews was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 14 And He found in the temple those who sold oxen and sheep and doves, and the money changers doing business. 15 When He had made a whip of cords, He drove them all out ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Good Samaritan

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

Illustrates the essence of compassion and selfless love.

In the tapestry of the gospel passage, Jesus weaves a profound parable that transcends individual identities and backgrounds, emphasizing the universal call to compassion. The symbolic journey from Jerusalem to Jericho becomes a poignant metaphor, illustrating the shift from godly to ungodly ways. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Other

City Of Our God (Psalm 48)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 25, 2026

What will New Jerusalem look like?

Does God have plans for a future that will astound the nations and bless them all? Let’s begin in Psalm 48. While Zion is literally a small hill in Jerusalem, is it lofty as a mountain in reputation, because it is at the center of God’s city? Great is the Lord, and most worthy of praise, in the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Zion (Ps 129)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 28, 2026

A small hill in Jerusalem.

Why is a hill in Jerusalem more significant prophetically than the world’s tallest mountains? Let’s begin in Psalm 129. A Song of Ascents. (WEB) As this Psalm looks back on national woes that Israel has survived, do we look back on life’s storms that we have weathered? Did the Psalmist call ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rehoboam & Judah (2 Chronicles 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 12, 2025

Did an imperfect king make a wise decision in choosing peace?

Did Israel’s northern tribes immediately turn to apostasy? Was Rehoboam of Judah wise to opt for peace? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 11. Who were the two tribes that constituted Judah? Did God tell them not to fight Israel? Now when Rehoboam came to Jerusalem, he assembled from the house of Judah ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

David And The Ark Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Feb 26, 2026

The Ark resided at the home of Abinadab until David decided it was time to bring it to Jerusalem.

February 28, 2026 According to 1st Samuel 4, the Ark was captured by the Philistines during battle. After 7 months, it was returned to Israel. However, the worship center at Shiloh had been destroyed and abandoned, so the Ark was eventually taken to Abinadab’s house at Kiriath Jearim where it ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

One Way Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 17, 2016

"Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it."

Introduction A. A high school history teacher was discussing the funeral of the Pope with his class. One student asked how they chose the new Pope. The teacher explained the process, finishing with, "So the Cardinals pick him." A student in the back of class, asked, very seriously, "Why would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

The King Revealed: Entering By The Right Gate, Following The True Shepherd Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 9, 2026

Every kingdom is defined by its king. His character shapes the culture, his authority determines the boundaries, and his word decides who belongs. In Matthew 7, Jesus is not whispering gentle advice—He is revealing Himself as King. Not a life coach. Not a moral philosopher. The King.

The King Revealed: Entering by the Right Gate, Following the True Shepherd Introduction: When the King Steps Forward Every kingdom is defined by its king. His character shapes the culture, his authority determines the boundaries, and his word decides who belongs. In Matthew 7, Jesus is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23, John 10:9, Acts 4:12, Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 16:24, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Holy Mountain (Psalm 87)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 15, 2026

What does Zion picture?

Does Zion picture a humble God, our eternal hope, our rebirth, our true citizenship, the springs of our heavenly blessings? Let’s begin in Psalm 87. A Psalm by the sons of Korah; a Song. (WEB) Why did God choose Zion, a humble hill, to love more than the highest mountains? Are we born from Zion ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah's Prayers (Nehemiah 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 4, 2025

Do we fast?

Do we prepare for service to God with prayer and fasting? Let’s begin in Nehemiah 1. What news out of Jerusalem caused Nehemiah to act? The words of Nehemiah the son of Hacaliah. Now it happened in the month Chislev, in the twentieth year, while I was in Susa the capitol, that Hanani, one of my ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Consuming The Gospel

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Jun 5, 2015

According to surveys 78% of Americans are Christians but only 9% of Americans read the bible every day. Perhaps this is because one must go beyond reading the bible merely for the sake of reading the bible; we must truly consume the bible.

Consuming the Gospel Illustration Remember the vision of glory that Ezekiel had. The Lord spoke to Ezekiel saying: “Now you, son of man, listen to what I am speaking to you; do not be rebellious like that rebellious house. Open your mouth and eat what I am giving you.” Then Ezekiel ...read more

Scripture: John 6:50-71

Denomination: Christian Church

Hell Is A Real Place

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 13, 2013

Hell is hot and real.

HELL IS A REAL PLACE Isaiah 14: 9 Except the LORD of hosts had left unto us a very small remnant, we should have been as Sodom, and we should have been like unto Gomorrah. 10 Hear the word of the LORD, ye rulers of Sodom; give ear unto the law of our God, ye people of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Keys To The Kingdom -Binding And Loosing

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 17, 2011

FOCAL POINT: THE INTENT OF THIS STUDY IS TO ADDRESS THE ROCK, THE CHURCH AND THE GATES OF HADES.

KEYS TO THE KINGDOM -BINDING AND LOOSING PART 1 OF A 2 PART SERIES MATTHEW 16: 18-19 FOCAL POINT: THE INTENT OF THIS STUDY IS TO ADDRESS THE ROCK, THE CHURCH AND THE GATES OF HADES. EXPOSITION: MATTHEW 16: 18 PETER (SIMON PETER) WHOSE NAME MEAN STONE, WAS A ROBUST, BOLD, COURAGEOUS, FRANK, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Culture Of Lies

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 15, 2015

Man's conscious actions in daily life begged the difference in the posture of women living in modern times.

CULTURE OF LIES by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (September 15, 2015) “Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets” (St. Matthew 7: 12, King James Version ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12-14

Denomination: Friends

The Way! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 12, 2014

Some people say, “There are different path’s that lead to God!” “It really doesn't matter what you believe or do, as long as you are sincere!”

Matthew 7:13-14-“Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it. Everyone is on a journey and there is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist