Sermons on Marcos 11:15:

The Barren Temple

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jan 29, 2017

The fruitless fig tree and its meaning.

Mark 11:12-11:24 We’re going to look from the scriptures at two of Jesus Christ’s most misunderstood actions. The two actions I’m talking about are: (a) Jesus Christ’s cursing of a fig tree and (b) his action of driving out the money changes from the Jewish temple. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

Jesus, The Tree Killer Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 7, 2015

When Jesus cursed the fig tree, this served as an object lesson to teach us about the dangers of unbelief and the blessings of trust in the Lord.

Jesus, the Tree Killer (Mark 11;12-14, 20-25) 1. I have a Christmas joke for Geeks. Q: What do you get if you cross an iPad with a Christmas tree? A: A pineapple! 2. Christmas trees help set an atmosphere, do they not? 3. Do you remember the Charlie Brown Christmas? He buys this tiny, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Temple Tantrum Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 28, 2015

The Cleansing of the Temple was chosen for inclusion in the Gospels not as just information, but is amazingly rich in meaning.

Temple Tantrum (Mark 11:15-19) 1. One guy made a New Year’s resolution without much meaning. He resolved he would never shovel snow again. Since he lived in Miami Beach, Florida, it was a resolution he no doubt kept! 2. Besides the most common resolutions — like losing weight, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Physical Versus Spiritual Worlds? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 31, 2017

Was John's baptism from heaven or from human origin?

Before reading our passage this morning, let us remind ourselves of what we noted last week. We are to grow our faith in God and faith comes by hearing (reading and learning) the Word of God. Let us also note 2 Timothy 3:16-17 – “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Primacy Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 8, 2017

God cares about prayer and all peoples.

The Primacy of Prayer Mark 11:12-25 Rev. Brian Bill September 9-10, 2017 Play clip from Jesus Video. Some struggle with this depiction of Jesus because He seems angry and harsh. After all, how does this line up with the Charles Wesley hymn: “Gentle Jesus, meek and mild, look upon a little ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Enters Jerusalem Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 11, 2014

Jesus' entry into Jerusalem brings two things to light: 1) The crowds expected Him to act immediately on their behalf, and, 2) His actions will always be for and to honor His Father, first!

Jesus Enters Jerusalem Mark 11:1-17 - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” - Jesus’ teachings, while difficult for some to deal with, are always timely -- God always allows us to hear from Him at just the right time - Read Mark 11:1-11 ∆ Point 1 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Public Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Apr 5, 2020

For most of HIs ministry, Jesus commanded people to be quiet about who He was. But on Palm Sunday, Jesus went public about His identity, His nature, and His purpose.

Going Public Mark 11:1-25 Good morning! Please take your Bibles and turn to Mark 11. We are jumping ahead in our study of Mark because this is Holy Week. Next week, we will talk about the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, and then in the coming weeks we will go back to where we left off. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-25, Zechariah 9:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Right To Be Angry Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 26, 2019

Jesus had a right to be angry with the people of God in His day. Does He have a right to be angry with God's people today?

There are a few times in the gospels where we read about our Lord becoming angry. This was one of those times. On the previous evening, Sunday evening, Jesus had gone to the temple area with His disciples and looked around. Apparently, what He saw there angered Him very much, for the next day, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

How To Move Mountains Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 26, 2019

If the church is to be fruitful, we must pray.

On Monday of the last week of our Lord’s life, Jesus went to Jerusalem with His disciples and cleansed the temple. On their way there, they’d come upon a fig tree. Seeing the tree was in leaf, Jesus went to see if it had any fruit. When He found nothing but leaves, He said to the tree, “May no one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Cares

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Oct 21, 2017

Have you ever felt like no one cares? That no one understands and does not want to understand? Well… Jesus Cares. Today we are going to look at a few emotions that Jesus had which show that He cares deeply about humanity.

Jesus Cares Lakewood COG | Pastor Jonathan | October 22, 2017 Introduction: Have you ever felt like no one cares? That no one understands and does not want to understand? Well… Jesus Cares. Today we are going to look at a few emotions that Jesus had which show that He cares deeply about ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-15, Hebrews 7:25-28, Matthew 23:13-28, Mark 11:15-17, John 11:28-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

When Jesus Got Mad

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 7, 2012

We are the temple of God; God dwells in us.

When Jesus Got Mad March 16, 2008, Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are the temple of God; God dwells in us. Focus Passage: Mark 11: 15-18 Supplemental Passage: (1 Corinthians 3:16) Do you not know that you are a temple of God, and that the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Genuine Or Counterfeit? Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Apr 2, 2013

Are we genuine Christians or fake Christians?

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Genuine or Counterfeit? Introduction: For every good product that comes out in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living By The Faith Of God!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 15, 2011

"Have the faith of God," or, "Have God's faith." Word-Faith teachers commonly say that we are to have "the God kind of faith." However, in this sermon outline we point out that we can only live in that FAITH is if we live in Him and know who He is and w

LIVING BY THE FAITH OF GOD! Mark 11:22 (KJV) And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. "Have the faith of God," or, "Have God's faith." Word-Faith teachers commonly say that we are to have "the God kind of faith." However, in this sermon outline we point out that we can only live ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-15

Why Christians Pray? Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jan 29, 2012

Message about the importance of Prayer in the church and Jesus in the temple.

Note: The introduction I got from Jim Cymbala - Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, and other sources from years ago about importance of Prayer. Title: Prayers of a Christian Theme: Text: Opening scripture James 4:6-8 James 4:6 But he gives more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-18

Denomination: Church Of God