Sermons on Matthew 10:17-38:

Transformed By Truth: The Value Of The Sparrow Luke 12:6-7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024

Luke 12:6-7 reminds us of our immense value to God and His meticulous care for us. Let's examine three transformative truths that can reshape our understanding of God’s love and our identity in Him.

Transformed by Truth: The Value of the Sparrow Luke 12:6-7 (NLT) - "What is the price of five sparrows—two copper coins? Yet God does not forget a single one of them. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:6-7, Luke 12:6, Matthew 10:29-31, Luke 12:7, Psalm 139:1-4, Psalm 8:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dust It Off!

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 4, 2024

Jesus teaches sound advice to "dust it off" when faced with rejection, hostility, and resistance to the Good News that we share!

JESUS HAD MANY CHALLENGES IN HIS MINISTRY AND FACED UNPRECIDENTED REJECTION. AFTER HEALING A MAN BY DRIVING OUT LEGIONS OF DEMONS, LUKE 8:37, TELLS US THAT “…ALL THE PEOPLE FROM THAT TERRITORY ASKED JESUS TO GO AWAY, BECAUSE THEY WERE TERRIBLY AFRAID. SO JESUS GOT INTO THE BOAT AND LEFT.” WHEN ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13, John 6:66, Isaiah 53:3, John 3:19-20, Matthew 10:22, 2 Timothy 3:12, John 16:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Thorns And Roses And Eternal Happiness

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 10, 2024

Whenever we realize that all is not roses, that thorns come along with every life, we have to deal with our duty toward God.

Friday of the Fourteenth Sunday in course 2024 At some point in every person’s life, there comes a realization that all is not well with that life. It may have to do with a really terrible family argument or tragedy. Sometimes it waits around until sexual awakening, and the confusing feelings that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:3-17, Matthew 10:16-23, Hosea 14:2-9

Denomination: Catholic

La Vida Consagrada

Contributed by Yosef Daniel on Jul 12, 2024

Una vida consagrada es una vida completamente dedicada a Cristo. Es una persona que seguirá la voz de Dios antes de todo.

La Vida Consagrada ¿Qué es la vida consagrada y por qué es importante tomar tiempo en consagrar nuestras vidas delante de Dios? 2 Corintios 6:17-18 nos da una responsabilidad y una promesa. Nos dice: Por lo cual, Salid de en medio de ellos, y apartaos, dice el Señor, Y no ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27, 2 Corinthians 6:17-18, 1 John 2:15, Matthew 6:24, Matthew 10:37, Matthew 10:38  (view more)  (view less)

Does God Speaks

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jul 30, 2024

Today we are continuing with the topic “Does God Speaks” and we want to look at the different ways that God speaks to us. God created each one of us unique with different gifts, abilities and temperaments.

1. Psalm 19 2. Matthew 10:16-20 3. 2 Timothy 3:16 Today we are continuing with the topic “Does God Speaks” and we want to look at the different ways that God speaks to us. God created each one of us unique with different gifts, abilities and temperaments. We have different styles of learning and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-20, 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Three Weights Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 10, 2024

Preaching on Smyrna, the persecuted church and how it matters for us today.

Three Weights- Smyrna 7 Church’s of Revelation Series CCCAG 8-11-24 -Scripture- Rev 2:8-11 Introduction- Brief overview of 7 Churches Location/ trade routes Smryna- One of the best sea ports in the ancient world, particularly in the Mediterranean sea. It had direct access to Athens, Greece, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Matthew 10:18-20, Revelation 12:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Standing Up For Jesus In An Increasingly Secular World

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 12, 2024

This sermon explores why standing up for Jesus Christ in an increasingly secular society and how we can courageously live out our faith in a God-honoring way.

Introduction In today's world, where secularism seems to be on the rise and religious beliefs are increasingly marginalized, standing up for Jesus has never been more crucial. The pressures to conform to worldly standards can be overwhelming, but as followers of Christ, we are called to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Consequence Of Denial And Choosing Hell By Rejecting Jesus. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 13, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on the dangers of rejecting Jesus.

In a world where truth is often compromised, one fundamental choice remains: acknowledging Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. The Bible clearly warns that denying Jesus has severe consequences, leading to eternal separation from God in hell. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:33, John 1:12, Mark 8:38

The Gospel Message Is Disturbing! (Turning Worlds Upside Down) Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 1, 2023

The message of the Gospel is a disturbing message. To disturb means to excite from a state of rest or tranquility. It means to awaken, to agitate the mind, or to ruffle. The gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ is a gospel that turns the world upside down.

Subject: The Gospel Message is Disturbing! Text: Acts 16:16-24 One day as we were going down to the place of prayer, we met a slave girl who had a spirit that enabled her to tell the future. She earned a lot of money for her masters by telling fortunes. 17 She followed Paul and the rest of us, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-24, Matthew 10:34-38, Matthew 24:24

Denomination: Methodist

20-20 Vision

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 21, 2023

The reward of knowing the mind of God, the reward of living in the will of God, is freedom. Fear of people keeps us imprisoned; fear of God sets us free.

At the Alpha conference I went to a few weeks ago I had a very interesting conversation with a colleague on the more liberal end of our denominational spectrum. It was particularly interesting in that the Alpha program is for evangelism, and I was surprised to see someone on the other end ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-33, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, 2 Corinthians 2:12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

No "pay For Play" In God's Economy

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 22, 2023

God Does Not Need Anything from Us. It's the Other Way around.

Twelfth Sunday in Course 2023 The words of Jeremiah today sound very much like a political candidate’s lament over the words of an enemy: Here’s what my opponent is plotting: “Denounce him. . .perhaps he can be deceived, then we can overcome him. . .” But really, those of us who have been around ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:10-13, Romans 5:12-15, Matthew 10:26-33

Denomination: Catholic

Title: Follow Me And Take Your Cross: The Cost And Blessings Of Following Christ Series

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jun 23, 2023

Let us reflect on the choice between the world and the Word, find solace in the peace found in God's embrace, and examine the sacrifice required of us as followers of Christ.

Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, today we gather to explore the profound call of Jesus to follow Him and take up our cross. As we delve into the Word of God, we will discover both the blessings and the challenges that come with following Christ. Let us reflect on the choice between the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 32:8, Matthew 10:22, John 15:18-19, Matthew 6:24, 1 John 2:15-17, Luke 9:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Faith Stronger Than Our Anxieties

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 26, 2023

A sermon for the Season after Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 12

June 25, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Eleva Lutheran Church Romans 6:1b-11; Matthew 10:24-39 A Faith Stronger than Our Anxieties Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. It is good to be with you today! I bring you greetings from your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39, Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

No Power In Death

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 30, 2023

ready yourself every evening when you retire, repenting any sins you may have committed so you can confidently commit yourself to the arms of Christ.

Thirteenth Sunday in Course 2023 Anyone who has even modest cultural understanding has heard of the prophet Elijah, who is associated with Israelite king Ahab and his pagan wife, Jezebel. Like us, Elijah lived in a culture that had turned its back on the true God, YHWH, and fallen into all kinds ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-42, Romans 6:3-11, 2 Kings 4:8-16, Psalm 89:2

Denomination: Catholic

Finders Weepers. Losers Keepers.

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 2, 2023

Jesus turns worldly wisdom on its head.

Finish this saying: “Finders ___________. Losers ___________.” The blanks of course should read: “Finders keepers. Losers weepers.” This traditional saying means that if you find something like a $20 bill on the street, you get to keep it. And if you were the one to lose that $20, well, too bad for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-42

Denomination: Lutheran