Sermons on Mateo 18:2:

The Road To Greatness

Contributed by James May on Mar 10, 2010

Greatness in the eyes of the world is not the same as greatness in the eyes of God. What does it take to be great in God's eyes?

The Road to Greatness Wednesday, March 10, 2010 By Pastor James May How does the world judge a man to be great? Often men are declared to be great if they have the ability to influence heads of state or leaders in society as Statesmen. These are often found as Leaders of Nations, peacekeepers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Change And Become Like Children Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Apr 9, 2010

We need to put our whole focus into humble trust and dependence on God as we seek to serve His will and follow His commandments.

Change And Become Like Children Change Part Two Text: Matthew 18:1-3 Introduction This evening we continue a short series centered on change. You may have noticed quite a bit of talk about change in the media these days. Change is taking place all around us, in every aspect of our lives it seems ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Short. Simple. Honest. Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Mar 17, 2017

What is prayer and how do we lay hold of this gift that God has given to us?

Well… in the Weber household… we have four kids. And I don’t know how we have 4 kids… but we do. And we also have a minivan… Why? Because we’re cool like that. And when did this become my life? I’m not sure. But each night after my 4 yahoos… have their PJs on and their teeth brushed… we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-3, Matthew 6:7

The Lord's Big Lessons From Little Children

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 22, 2017

Jesus wants us to: 1. humble our hearts (vs. 1-4). 2. serve our Savior (vs. 5). 3. see the danger of disobeying God (vs. 6-9). 4. know the amazing assistance we have in Heaven (vs. 10). 5. see how to be saved (vs. 3 & 11-14).

The Lord's Big Lessons from Little Children Matthew 18:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 22, 2016 *Well, it's now only 18 days until our first grandbaby is due, and I've been thinking about how much babies have to learn. Parents have to teach their children so much: How to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Greatness And Growth In The Kingdom

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

Greatness and Growth in the Kingdom (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 18 verses 1-9. Ill: Unanswered questions: 1. How come Superman could stop bullets with his chest, But always ducked when someone threw a gun at him? 2. Do one legged ducks swim in circles? 3. If a jogger runs a the speed of sound can he still hear his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-9

Denomination: Brethren

A Messiah Who Values The Child Within Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 11, 2011

If we want to be a part of the Kingdom of God we need to develop childlike faith.

A Messiah Who Values the Child Within Text: Matt. 18:1-14 Introduction 1. Illustration: The more we know of God, the more unreservedly we will trust him; the greater our progress in theology, the simpler and more childlike will be our faith (J. G. Machen). 2. No one loves and values children ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Be An Agent Of Change, Not A Victim-Part -2 Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jan 9, 2014

John C. Maxwell said “Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.” And he said: "I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." – (Matthew 18:3)

Change is inevitable John C. Maxwell said “Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.” And he said: "I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." – (Matthew 18:3) Thinking of their own innovation, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hell And The Gospel Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 18, 2014

People feel "uncomfortable" about the topic of "Hell", but avoiding it will not change what Jesus taught about Hell; the Gospel frees people from the threat of Hell.

“A Four-Letter Word and the Gospel” or “Hell and the Gospel” Matt. 18:1-9, 25:29-46 Recently someone told me that I talk too much about sin. IF I am guilty of that accusation, I can justify my actions: SIN is the reason for millions of people spending their eternities in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 12, 2013

The analogy of the child being the greatest in God’s Kingdom was completely contrary to the prevailing culture then and now. Imagine how His disciples must have reacted to Jesus then and how indifferent it is even today.

Opening illustration: If God was taking resumes, what would you put on yours? In other words, what makes a good Christian? What would really impress them when you arrive in heaven? Experience, qualifications, references, character traits … The reason I asked is because followers of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Qualifying For The Kingdom

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

What did Jesus have in mind when he brought the child and set him in the midst of them, and said…

QUALIFYING FOR THE KINGDOM Matthew 18: 1-7; 10 Test vs. 3 Our children are precious to each and every one of us. What did Jesus have in mind when he brought the child and set him in the midst of them, and said… Verse 3 I. I THINK HE HAD IN MIND THE COMPULSION OF CHILDREN TO GROW (1Peter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Like A Child

Contributed by Michael Jakes on Oct 6, 2015

Childlikeness is an essential element in the Christian life...

Childlikeness is an essential element in the Christian life...Surely I have behaved and quieted myself, as a child that is weaned of his mother: my soul is even as a weaned child. (Psa.131:2) • Children are teachable A teachable spirit is a humble spirit; a willingness to learn; able to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living As A Reflection Of God's Future Kingdom/ Part 3 Identity Check Series

Contributed by Steve Wright on Nov 11, 2014

Reflecting God's Future Kingdom

Living as a Reflection of God's Future Kingdom Matthew 18:2-3; Acts 17:6; Matthew 18:22 We're going to continue this morning in part three of Identity Check as we travel through the book of 1 Peter. I hope you have been reading that book, and I hope that book has been reading you. As always, one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:2-3, Acts 17:6, Matthew 18:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Childlike, But Not Childish

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 25, 2013

Jesus did not mean that we need to act like children, but to show a few good childlike traits that can help us draw nearer to God.

Matt. 18:1-5 In the gospels, the apostles were always wondering among themselves who would be the greatest in the kingdom of God. They would argue amongst themselves because they wanted the places of honor In Mark 9 and 10 we see two examples we’ll take note of. Mark 9:33-34 (NKJV) 33 Then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Godly Stewardship

Contributed by R Daniel Carlson on Oct 25, 2013

A Biblical understanding of Stewardship: God gives generously (faith, salvation, eternal life, forgiveness, etc) and by God's Holy Spirit, we may also give generously.

Grace, mercy, peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Today is Stewardship Sunday. Today is the day that, and let me be straight forward with you, today is the day that we talk about money. About giving, about generosity. But I’m not going to try and guilt you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Disciples Contend For Greatness

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 14, 2012

There never was a greater pattern for humility than Jesus, and there was never a greater preacher of it, than Jesus. On several occasions, He had talked to his disciples and followers about it. I wonder, is there a bit of worldly ambition present in these

Capernaum (53) Disciples Contend for Greatness Matthew 18:1-10 A LITTLE CHILD BECOMES AN OBJECT LESSON: At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? (Matthew 18:1) There never was a greater pattern for humility than Jesus, and there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Baptist