Sermons on Matthew 10:16-23:

"Five Prinicples Of Evangelism" Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 20, 2002

Just like prayer and Bible Study, Evangelism is what we do!

FIVE PRINCIPLES OF EVANGELISM Text: Matt. 10:5-16 Introduction A. Read Matt. 10:5-15 B. Illustration: Once I heard a Catholic priest preach to his congregation on evangelism. At the conclusion of the service, an elderly lady asked him, “Father, isn’t evangelism for the Protestants?” C. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-16

Denomination: Methodist

Thers's Something Missing

Contributed by Richard Oliver on Jul 19, 2002

Our relationship with God is only part of the equation.

There¡¦s Something Missing Mark 10:17-22 17Now as He was going out on the road, one came running, knelt before Him, and asked Him, ¡§Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?¡¨ 18So Jesus said to him, ¡§Why do you call Me good? No one is good but One, that is, God. 19You know ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:17-22, Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Congregational

Christ's Principles Of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42)

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 7, 2002

Christ’s Principles of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42)Let us remember that we have to obey and trust Christ and His priniciples for evangelism to achieve success.

Christ’s Principles of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42) Quote:It is easy to determine when something is aflame. It ignites other material. Any fire that does not spread will eventually go out. A church without evangelism is a contradiction in terms, just as a fire that does not burn is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-42, Matthew 10:16-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nitty Gritty...meet Who I Have Become #4 Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Stratton on Aug 20, 2002

This series is based on Mike Yaconelli’s book "Messy Spirituality and is designed to convince seekers that God wants their Nitty and Gritty lives.

June 8 & 9, 2002 Matthew 10: 18-36 “Nitty Gritty …Meet Who I Have Become!” There is a wonderful story contained in Robert Fulghum’s book entitled “Uh-oh”. The story is about a young elementary school student named Norman. Norman’s teacher announced that the school play for the years was going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:18-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart And Mind Of Leadership

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 14, 2002

This is a devotional written for my leadership board meeting on having the mind and heart of leadership

The Heart and Mind of Leadership Matthew 10:16 Leadership Team Devotional September 10, 2002 I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. Matthew 10:16 Jesus tells us that we are to be shrewd minded and soft hearted. This seems to be a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Church Of God

To Be Or Not To Be A Disciple Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 10

TO BE, OR NOT TO BE, A DISCIPLE Matthew 10 v. 1 - 23 Notice :- 1.The Requirements for disciples v. 1 "when he had called unto him his twelve disciples." Each one was:- (a) Called e.g. Peter, James, John, Matthew. (b) Chosen:- prayerfully Luke 6 v. 12 "after a night of prayer", purposely( ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-23

Denomination: Holiness

Perseverance And Prayer

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 10, 2002

God values perseverance very highly. Why?

You and I live in an era of unprecedented speed. Technologically, the pace of change is almost beyond comprehension. A rule of thumb called "Moore’s Law" states that the speed of computer chips doubles every 18-24 months. My first PC, which I purchased in 1985 to write papers for seminary, was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:22

Denomination: Baptist

"How God Speaks"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Aug 30, 2001

How the Lord God speaks to individuals.

Title: “How God Speaks” Scripture: Matthew 10:16-20 Introduction: Between the end of the Old Testament and the beginning of the New Testament, there is a period of some 400 years. Often this is referred to as the “silent” years. After these 400 years without hearing from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Authority Of The Believer

Contributed by Paul Vincent on Oct 18, 2000

I. INTRODUCTION: A.

I. INTRODUCTION: A. AS I STUDY THE WORD OF GOD, ESPECIALLY THE NEW TESTAMENT IT BECOMES CLEAR TO ME THAT GOD DESIRES FOR US TO HAVE AUTHORITY FROM HIM, AND FOR US TO USE THAT AUTHORITY AS THE HOLY SPIRIT LEADS US. 1. Mark 16:15-20 2. 2 Corinthians 2:1-5 } Go to and read each passage 3. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-39, Matthew 10:1-7

"The Power Of Perseverance”

Contributed by Martin & Elder Nedra Wilson on Apr 12, 2004

As I got up this morning I felt pains in my body that are a result of sparring in my karate class, preparing for a tournament later this week. Because I ache does that call for me to quit?

“The Power of Perseverance” Matthew 10:22 . . .: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved. As I got up this morning I felt pains in my body that are a result of sparring in my karate class, preparing for a tournament later this week. Because I ache does that call for me to quit? Many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:22

Denomination: Apostolic

What Does A Disciple Look Like? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005

Disciples look like Sheep, Snakes, and Doves. Follow like a sheep; Shrewd as a snake; Innocent as a dove.

Discipleship Series # 1 What Does a Disciple Look Like? Matthew 10:16 SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 4: 17-22 INTRODUCTION: For the next 6 weeks, we’re going to be studying DISCIPLESHIP – in sermons and in our Pueblo groups… When we think about Discipleship, it makes sense to look at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prepare For Immortal Combat Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 15, 2004

We need vital lifegiving relationships in order to win against Satan’s schemes.

Prepare for Immortal Combat Matthew 10:1-16; 24-25 Introduction: We hear a great deal of video games and TV shows talking about mortal combat, and this simply refers to a fight to the death. This is supposed to be the apex of all battles, but this morning I want to remind you that immortal combat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Myth Of Salvation

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 16, 2004

What is the Myth of Salvation? (once saved always saved) Lets see what Jesus had to say.

A myth of Salvation, Many are preaching once saved always saved, lets look closer at scripture and see what Jesus had to say. Mat 10:22 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name’s sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved. ENDU’RE, To bear; to sustain; to support without breaking or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shrewd As Snakes And Innocent As Doves?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 22, 2006

Discussion of Jesus’ words about taking the message to those who may or may not accept it.

Shrewd as Snakes & Innocent as Doves? Matthew 10:11-16 January 22, 2006 Introduction How many people here are "snake" people? I mean, you like snakes, you can hold them, and you’re not freaked out by them? My dad’s great with snakes - even rattlesnakes. When I was about Noble’s age, my dad ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:11-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Discipleship Boot Camp

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

Partnering in Ministry

"Discipleship Boot Camp: Partnering in Ministry Matthew 10 August 3, 1997 Intro: Each of our four gospels has a different emphasis. We’ve been looking in Matthew at the presentation of the King. In chapters 1-4 we saw the Person of the King. In 5-7 the Principles of the King. In 8-10 the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational