Sermons on Matt Chandler:

God’s Favorite Word Is "Come.”

Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on Dec 21, 2017

This is an evangelistic sermon that invites people to "come" to Jesus.

A. Jesus told the disciples, “Come follow me” (Matt 4:19). B. Jesus told the little children “Come to me” (Mark 10:14). C. All those who are thirsty are told to “Come” (Isa 55:1, John 7:37). D. All who are weary and burdened are told to “Come” (Matthew 11:28). E. All those who are hungry are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:28-29

Denomination: Charismatic

Beware

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 29, 2002

When things seem to be going well.....BEWARE....this is exactly the time when satan lulls us into a sense of false security...only to spring his wicked traps.

BEWARE ILLUSTRATION: Look at the beautiful bird sitting on the tree limb...soaking in the sunshine...singing such a beautiful song. This bird seems so, at peace, with everything. She seems to have a full belly and a beautiful day awaits her...BAM...CRASH! 1. The lights go out...the cat got ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Helping People In Need Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 25, 2006

"Share each other’s troubles and problems, and in this way obey the law of Christ." (Galatians 6:2). What does this look like in our daily lives as Christians? We are all called to help people in need!

FRIENDSHIP 102 – HELPING PEOPLE IN NEED: By Pastor Chris Jordan “Jesus said, "’You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: ’You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ On ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2-4

Denomination: *other

Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007

Apostles, Pt. 19

SAY WHAT YOU MEAN, MEAN WHAT YOU SAY (LUKE 22:54-62) What would it take for you to change or switch your long-distance telephone company? Several years ago, telephone companies battle one another for the lucrative long-distance market, offers included 20% discount on calls to your 12 closest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do You Want To Get Well?

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 9, 2015

John 5

DO YOU WANT TO GET WELL? (JOHN 5:1-14) The Ice Bucket Challenge is all over the papers, TV and internet. Participants from celebrities to businessmen and politicians are dared to have a bucket of iced water poured over their heads. Why? Many have forgotten. It is to raise money and improve ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Herodian Conundrum

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Mar 8, 2016

To facilitate better understanding of "one Herod too many" conundrum especially to the new readers of the New Testament!!!

THE HERODIAN CONUNDRUM!!! Hmmm...some Cricket here please... Sharma caught Sharma bowled Sharma... One can well imagine plight of a Cricket aficionado going through a batting Score-card (of say a West Zone Vs North Zone- Deodhar Trophy match- in the Sports page of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: *other

Raising Kids Who Mind Without Losing Yours

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 16, 2017

God calls us to raise up a generation of victorious Christian youth who will make wise choices, have strong convictions, know their boundaries, have strong faith in God and a passion for the lost. Here's the blueprint.

RAISING KIDS WHO MIND WITHOUT LOSING YOURS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TEACHERS KNOW - KIDS ARE QUICK 1. TEACHER: “Donald, what is the chemical formula for water?” DONALD: “H I J K L M N O.” TEACHER: “What are you talking about?” DONALD: “Yesterday you said it's H to O.” 2. TEACHER: ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's So Unnatural

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 12, 2012

As Christians we are called to stand out. We are to be in the world but not of the world. It's not easy to go against the flow but it is worth it.

IT’S SO UNNATURAL INTRODUCTION: Unnatural is defined as something contrary to habit, custom or practice. It is described as not conforming to that which is conventional. Synonyms for unnatural include: abnormal, strange, uncommon, supernatural, inexplicable and extraordinary. These are the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Anatomy Of A Miracle: The Lystra Cripple Healed

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 22, 2019

We’re look this morning at the possibility of miracles, 5 reasons why it’s God’s will for you to be healed, and how to lay claim to your healing.

THE ANATOMY OF A MIRACLE: THE LYSTRA CRIPPLE HEALED Acts 14:8-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HE CAUGHT ON QUICKLY 1. A Jewish man moved into a Catholic neighborhood. Every Friday the Catholic's went crazy because, while they were morosely eating fish, the Jew was outside barbecuing steaks. So ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sudden Impact 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 26, 2003

The I Am proclamations of Jesus in John’s Gospel reveal that Jesus is the Messiah and that He is the same God who spoke to Moses from the burning bush in Exodus 3. Jesus 6th impact statement reveals that he is the only path that leads to truth and to eter

Sudden Impact 5: "I AM" statements of Jesus Thesis: The I Am proclamations of Jesus in John’s Gospel reveal that Jesus is the Messiah and that He is the same God who spoke to Moses from the burning bush in Exodus 3. Jesus 6th impact statement reveals that he is the only path that leads to truth ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, John 14:5-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 3:13-17 The Baptism Of The One Who Didn't Need It Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Matthew 3:13-17 The Baptism of the One who didn't need it

Matthew 3:13-17 The Baptism of Jesus Sermon notes Baptism. Today we are going to talk about baptism. Actually, we started talking about baptism last week when we looked at Matt 3:1-12. Yes I know I talked about repentance last week and showing fruit of that repentance. But remember it was in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Did Jesus Completely Empty Himself Of His Divinity To Become Human?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 7, 2019

There is a growing belief in the Church that Jesus completely emptied Himself of His divinity in order to become human so that He could be the perfect sacrifice for all humanity, which is why He attributed all of His works and doctrines to the Father.

"Jesus emptied Himself of His glory, taking the nature of a bondservant, and came in the likeness of men" (Phil 2:7). There is a growing belief in the Church that Jesus completely emptied Himself of His divinity and/or attributes in order to become human so that He could be the perfect ...read more

Scripture: John 8:28, John 8:58, John 19:28, Hebrews 13:8, Matthew 17:2, John 18:4-6, 1 Corinthians 8:9, Hebrews 4:15, John 17:1-5, Colossians 1:19-20, Colossians 2:3, Colossians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Doctrine Of Hell Series

Contributed by Anthony Stander on Feb 8, 2021

The doctrine of hell is not a popular doctrine – it is not a doctrine that is much spoken about – it is considered in some circles to be a negative message, but Jesus spoke more about Hell than anybody else!

HELL Mat 10:28 And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. The doctrine of hell is not a popular doctrine – it is not a doctrine that is much spoken about – it is considered in some circles to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28

Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (X) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 7, 2021

Is the gathering in Matthew 24:31 the rapture? Are those "taken" in Matthew 24:40-41 raptured? Message examines dominant views on Matthew 24:31-44 seeking understanding of end time events as predicted by Jesus in the Olivet Discourse.

We are studying the Olivet Discourse, looking for insight on the question: Will Christians go through the tribulation period? Matthew 24 provides a chronological outline of events from the first advent to the second advent. It is therefore an essential part of eschatological revelation. Our ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-35, Matthew 28:19-20, John 14:3, 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, Daniel 9:27, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Isaiah 43:5-7, Titus 2:11-14, Matthew 24:1-44  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

What Ministry Are You Involved In? Series

Contributed by Matthew Smith on Sep 24, 2002

This message shows students how God wants them to be involved in ministry now.

One of the greatest lies is that, "Students are the church of tomorrow." The devil would have you buy into to that mentality! But lets look at what Paul wrote to young Timothy in 1Timothy 4:12. Listen to what Paul said. 1 Timothy 4:12 “Don’t let anyone look down on you b/c you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Baptist