Sermons on Gates Of Temple:

Not By Might But By My Spirit

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 8, 2025

This sermon proclaims that God’s work in rebuilding His temple—and in strengthening His people today—is never accomplished by human effort but solely by the empowering, obstacle-flattening, hope-renewing work of the Holy Spirit.

Not by Might but by My Spirit Zechariah 4:1-9 Let’s begin with the remarkable story of how God’s people — weary from exile yet renewed by hope — rebuilt the house of the Lord. Because of their idolatry, moral corruption, and rejection of God’s prophets, the nation of Judah fell to ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Wrong About Authority

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 14, 2024

When Jesus was challenged to name His authority to teach, he exposed His interlocutors as incapable of assessing His answer even were He to deign give it.

“When [Jesus] entered the temple, the chief priests and the elders of the people came up to him as he was teaching, and said, ‘By what authority are you doing these things, and who gave you this authority?’ Jesus answered them, ‘I also will ask you one question, and if you tell me the answer, then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Our Provider! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 29, 2022

How does Jesus provide for us? 1. He gets involved in our lives (vs. 24-25). 2. He instructs us (vs. 25-26). 3. He inspires us (vs. 26-27). 4. He increases our supply (vs. 27).

God Is Our Provider! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 17:24-27 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Originally Prepared September 23, 2022) (New version November 29, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 17:24, and we will take a good look at one of Jesus' countless miracles. Today's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Decaf Christmas? Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

The reason we decaffeinate Christmas is because we don’t want Jesus intruding on our lives. Don’t want to admit that we need help. Little baby Jesus is OK, but he’d better not get out of the manger.

This week a number of articles have come out, commenting on the push to get Christ out of Christmas. The best I read called this the decaffeination of Christmas. Carols that are all about trees, snow, reindeer, not about a baby born in a manger. Why do we do this? For some the story of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Where God's Power Flows

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

In what kind of environment will God’s power flow?

READ: Acts 3:1-10 It’s 3pm in the afternoon (the hour of prayer in the Temple), Peter and John head up to join the throng at the great House of God. And on the way in, as they came to the Gate called Beautiful (a gate inlayed with gold and precious stones, situated as an entrance in the Eastern ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10, Acts 3:1-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Crowning Of Messiah Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 22, 2022

In this exposition of Zechariah 6:9-15, we have a revelation of Christ as the only man worthy to be High Priest and King of His people. He is the builder of the temple not made with hands. His exaltation is a delight to preach.

Intro In our study of Zechariah, we have examined the eight visions God gave this prophet on February 15, 519 BC. That brings us to our text today in Zechariah 6:9-15. Follow with me as we read that passage. “Then the word of the Lord came to me, saying: 10 ‘Receive the gift from the captives — ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 6:1-15, Proverbs 3:5-7, 2 Chronicles 26:16-20, Isaiah 11:1-2, Jeremiah 23:5, Hebrews 7:1-17, Ephesians 2:19-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Two Roads

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 16, 2006

Jesus said there are two roads, two ways. There is God’s way which leads to life and the other way (the popular way) which leads to destruction. This sermon encourages people to seek out the small gate and narrow road that leads to life.

When Jesus spoke of two roads, two gates, two paths, he was speaking in ways which people understood. Religious teachers then always spoke about there being two ways; one which leads to destruction and one which leads to life. So that part of Jesus’ teaching was not surprising. However, the way ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Anglican

Are There A Few That Be Saved?

Contributed by Toby Powers on Jan 28, 2007

Jesus preached repentance of sins, and set some demands that seemed higher than most would ever dream that they could meet. They asked of him, "Are there a few that be saved?" We learn in this sermon about those few who enter the straight gate.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA www.trumpetoftruthonline.org ARE THERE FEW THAT BE SAVED? Luke 13-1-5, 23-31 Intro: Some came to Jesus with an accusatory tone telling him about some who had been killed by Herod while trying to worship. Sensing in their spirits ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Promotion To The Next Level

Contributed by Oluwadamilola Daramola on Apr 22, 2009

“Thus says the Lord to his anointed, To Cyrus, whose right hand I have held- To subdue nations before him, And to loose the armor of kings, To open before him the double doors So that the gates will not be shut” In this year 2008, the Lord will caused the

Moving on to the Next Level 2 Kings :2 “Thus says the Lord to his anointed, To Cyrus, whose right hand I have held- To subdue nations before him, And to loose the armor of kings, To open before him the double doors So that the gates will not be shut” In this year 2009, the Lord will caused the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Praise, Prayer, And Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 19, 2024

Psalm 100:4-5 - "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and bless his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations."

Psalm 100:4-5 - "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and bless his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." Today, I want to remind you of the transformative power of praise, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4-5

Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

Psalm 100 is an excellent guide for entering the presence of God. "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and into his courts with praise: Be thankful unto him, and bless His name." Unthankfulness and silence curses God’s name. It brings him shame.

Series: Intercessory Prayer Training - Topic : Give Thanks Last week we began a spiritual journey on intercession. The objective of this lesson is to enable us to be more effective in our prayer lives Today we want look at lesson number 3 give thanks. Hebrews 12;28 therefore since we ...read more

A Call To Cleanness Of Life

Contributed by Paul George on Jul 6, 2003

On the twenty-fourth of the ninth month in the second year of Darius, Haggai received the second of three messages from the Lord. This message was given to Haggai when the people were working on the restoration of the temple

Verse ten - “On the twenty-fourth of the ninth month in the second year of Darius,” Haggai received the second of three messages from the Lord. This message was given to Haggai when the people were working on the restoration of the temple. There were workers whose hearts and hands were unclean. ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:10-19

Denomination: Holiness

The Day Samuel Met Jesus Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Feb 8, 2009

People mistakenly think that young Samuel was a believer when he was helping Eli in the temple. This is not the case. He was an unbeliever. This passage outlines the story of his conversion to Christ, not his call to service.

1. THE UNCONVERTED CHILD "Now Samuel did not yet know the LORD, neither was the word of the LORD yet revealed unto him". I know about the Queen of England but I don’t know her. I know about the President of the United States but I don’t know him. Do you know the LORD or do you just know about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-21

Listening To God

Contributed by Alistair Wearring on Jan 20, 2007

A look at the story of Samuel as a boy in the temple, asking the questions why should we listen to God? and Is God still speaking today? With the intention to inspire God’s people to listen to Him.

INTRO (credit to www.stillspeaking.com) This morning we’re going to talk about listening to God. We want to be careful listeners and not let other things get in the way. Later, while you’re in Sunday school, I’m going to talk to the adults about a young person named Samuel. He had been sent to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Edge

Contributed by Jay Robison on Aug 1, 2006

We can learn lessons from Solomon’s call to build the temple. Get to know God, Accept God’s call, Follow God’s instructions, Be part of a team.

Note: I have used sermon central as one of my resources. If I have used your material, thank you. This sermon was in conjunction with the Artic Edge VBS material. ON THE EDGE: WHERE ADVENTURE MEETS COURAGE July 30, 2006 Jay Robison 1 CHRONICLES 28:20-21 We have had a great VBS week Averaged ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:20-21

Denomination: Baptist