Sermons on Matthew 10:26-40:

Designed For Discipleship Series

Contributed by James E. Parks on Oct 4, 2010

This message outlines our discipleship process and encourages people to commit to discipleship.

This past Wednesday I got to experience something I never have before. The kids were out of school, so I made arrangements for Jamison and I to grab some lunch to-go from the grocery store. We drove out towards Wellman and pulled into a field. We ate lunch there with a few others and then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:29-42

Denomination: United Methodist

Loyalty (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 13, 2010

Being a follower of Jesus can give people a strong sense of their own identity. Indeed you could even say that to belong to Christ, to be "in Christ", to be a member of his body, is the only identity we need.

Opening illustration: Any person working in the US Marine Corps lives with a motto “Always Faithful.” He is to remain faithful to the US Army – even unto death for the cause of his country. What he doesn’t have to do? • Take orders from enemy leadership • Never quit partway through the military ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If His Eye Is On The Sparrow... Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

Jesus uses the example of the sparrow to give us three powerful reasons why you can say, “I’m not afraid.”

INTRODUCTION The title of this message is inspired by the famous gospel song by the same name. It is one of the most loved Christian songs in the world and was made famous by Ethel Walters, who used it as the title of her autobiography. Many other singers have recorded it and it enjoyed a revival ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28-31, Matthew 10:28

Denomination: Baptist

God's Missionary Heart

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 8, 2010

God has always been on a mission. From Creation to Consumation God has been on a mission. From making us in His image to restoring us to that image, God works with missionary zeal. Matthew reveals how Jesus forms that missionary heart into the disciple

We have been studying the gospel of Matthew. Let me get a running start on today’s lesson in chapter 10 by reviewing briefly the message of Matthew thus far: What is in the first chapter? The genealogy of Jesus and Joseph’s story. Verse 21 is the key verse: “You shall call ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spread The Love

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Jan 15, 2011

God cares for all things, no matter how big or how small they are: Huge mountains, microscopic cells and everything in between.

1. GOD CARES - What matters? - People that matter? - Ideas that matter? - Things that matter (enormous, large, small, teeny tiny)? - God cares for all things, no matter how big or how small they are: Huge mountains, microscopic cells and everything in between - God cares for us so much, that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39

Denomination: Congregational

"How Do You View Death"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 15, 2011

David Platt in his book radical talks about “Your life is free to be radical when you see death as your reward.” This sermon will help to show that when we can conquer our fear of death we will be bale to be free to live the life God intended us to live.

When we are young a lot of us are afraid of something. Usually kids are afraid when they go to sleep of something being under the bed or hiding in the closet. Irrational fears are just that “Irrational”. A lot of us are afraid of the economy and just remembering 9/11 causes us to think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37

Are You Denying Jesus

Contributed by Tom Tarpley on Sep 20, 2011

Going Along to Get Along

Mark 8:34… Jesus said if anyone want to be my follower, that person must put aside all of their selfish ambition, and then shoulder their cross and follow him. He said if we try to keep our lives for ourselves, we will lose it. But, if we give up our lives for his sake and for the sake of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-42

Denomination: *other

Sheep And Wolves...snakes And Doves...sparrows Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Mar 30, 2011

This message from Matthew 10 deals with Jesus sending out his men to preach and perform miracles. Jesus shared his power and mission with his men. The message focuses on five animal analogies Jesus used in instructing his men for ministry.

Sheep & Wolves …Snakes & Doves … Sparrows Matthew 10:1 CHCC: February 6, 2011 INTRODUCTION: In this series on the Power of Jesus, we’ve seen some amazing miracles that prove His power over disease, demons, and even over the forces of nature. This week, we’ll see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Have The Correct Focus

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 13, 2011

To have a singular focus and an ’in view’ priority is to follow Christ in truth, with your testimony, and with your trust.

Have the Correct Focus Matthew 10:26-31 * Karl Wallenda was the patriarch of the Great Flying Wallendas. Their tightrope walking & aerialists feats amazed huge crowds for years. In his book “Why leaders can’t lead”, Warren Bennis writes; “I was struck with Karl’s capacity for concentration on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

His Eye Is On The Sparrow Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 23, 2015

Jesus urges us not to underestimate our worth or our work, but to realize we have our origin in God, our destiny with God and our lives constantly under the care of God.

MATTHEW 10: 29-33 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED Series] HIS EYE IS ON THE SPARROW All efforts aimed at educating, healing, and caring for human beings are based on the assumption that such endeavors are worthwhile. We believe that persons are of value. No one makes much of a stir about the loss of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:29-33

Denomination: Baptist

Everybody Counts

Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 4, 2015

To stress that everyone matters to God!

I think it is time that we settle this issue once and for all. I mean we have talked about it and visited this conversation many times before and it is time we clear the air and move on. Everybody and I do mean everybody counts! Your neighbors may not know your name, and you may have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:29-30

Denomination: Other

Rewards For Serving Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 7, 2015

After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a promise. Those who faithfully served the Lord & who faithfully support these workers will be rewarded.

MATTHEW 10: 40-42 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED Series] REWARDS FOR SERVING CHRIST [Revelation 22: 10-17] After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a simply amazing promise. Jesus had instructed His disciples to stay in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

Basic Principles Of The Little Commission

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 26, 2014

In the immediate context of this first mission of the disciples, Jesus laid out some basic principles.

BASIC PRINCIPLES OF THE LITTLE COMMISSION. Matthew 10:24-39. This is part of the Missionary Discourse of Jesus (Matthew 9:35-10:42) - the sending of the twelve disciples to seek out none other than ‘the lost sheep of the house of Israel’ (Matthew 10:6). Since the ‘Great Commission’ (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Solemn Responsibility Of Christian Witness

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 27, 2014

The person who receives you, dear Christian, receives Jesus - and He says that “the one who receives Me receives the One who sent Me” (Matthew 10:40).

THE SOLEMN RESPONSIBILITY OF CHRISTIAN WITNESS. Matthew 10:40-42. This is the continuation of what I have called the ‘little commission’ - the Missionary Discourse of Jesus (Matthew 9:35-10:42). We turn now from the missionaries to those who receive them. a) The attitudes and actions indicated ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is Hell, Exactly (Location Please)?

Contributed by Coz Von on May 3, 2014

Much is said about hell, but very few knows where it is! some speculate - do you know where hell is? -exactly where? the Bible does! You must be able to adequately and convincingly prove its location, through many verses.

Where is Hell, exactly? Much is being said about hell, but very few knows where it is, some speculate - do you know where hell is? -exactly? the Bible does! You must be able to convincingly prove its location through many verses. I have been confronted by various opinions when it comes to, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28, Matthew 10:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational