Sermons on Matthew 14:1-36:

Mission Possible

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 24, 2023

Peter could only do the impossible as long as he focused on Jesus instead of on his surroundings.

As sometimes happens, this sermon took a turn I had not expected once I really got into it. Not a very big one, mind you, but I would up focusing on the gospel lesson instead of Paul’s letter to the Galatians. I do like, when I can, to tie the three lessons together, and these three seemed to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32, Matthew 19:21-26, Galatians 1:11-24, Genesis 37:1-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Great Multitude Fed.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 27, 2023

The unfailing compassion of Jesus.

A GREAT MULTITUDE FED. Matthew 14:13-21. MATTHEW 14:13. Jesus had tried to withdraw from the throng in Galilee by boat, and sought some rest and relaxation in the Golan Heights: but the crowds followed Him on foot. MATTHEW 14:14. Jesus was moved with compassion towards the multitude which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Water Walking In The Storms Of Life.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 27, 2023

Jesus is an ever present help in the day of trouble.

WATER WALKING IN THE STORMS OF LIFE. Matthew 14:22-33. MATTHEW 14:22-24. Jesus told the disciples to get into a ship and go to the other side of the lake while He dismissed the people. Then He went into a mountain to pray. By the time evening had come, the ship was in the midst of the lake, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Healing And Hypocrisy. Revised.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 2, 2023

Tradition versus Scripture.

HEALING AND HYPOCRISY. Matthew 14:34-36, Matthew 15:1-9. MATTHEW 14:34-36. It was noised abroad that, of all that ever came to Jesus, He turned none away, ‘and He healed them all’ (cf. Matthew 12:15). It is no wonder that, arriving on the other side of the Lake, Jesus found that His fame had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:34-36, Matthew 15:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nineteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time- How To Walk On Water.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 5, 2023

To walk on water means to perform a task where the challenge greatly exceeds one’s level of skills without becoming anxious and stressed.

How to walk on water. I saw a cartoon that showed a lady walking on some cases of bottled water and the caption read, “Walking on water”! Another person said, “I walk on water every time it rains. Thin water, but water just the same. [And] just so you know, I drive on water too.” To walk on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Catholic

Traits Of A Carnal Church. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 25, 2024

A carnal church is one that is focused on the flesh and the world, rather than on the Spirit and eternity.

A carnal church is one that is focused on the flesh and the world, rather than on the Spirit and eternity. It prioritizes human wisdom, traditions, and temporal things over spiritual wisdom, biblical teachings, and eternal things. A carnal church is often marked by division, strife, and a lack of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Jude 1:4

Memorial Day. One Gave All For Us.

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 28, 2024

Memorial Day, we remember those who gave their lives for our freedom. Living HE loved me, dying HE saved me, buried HE carried my sins far away, rising HE justified, freely forever, One Day HE’s coming, oh glorious day!

2024.05.26 Sermon Notes. Memorial Day. One Gave All for us all William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Living HE loved me, dying HE saved me, buried HE carried my sins far away, rising HE justified, freely forever, One Day HE’s coming, oh glorious day! Memorial Day, we remember those who gave their lives ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, John 3:16, John 15:9-13, Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, 2 Timothy 3:12, Matthew 14:1-12, Acts 7:54-60, Luke 23:34, Luke 23:46, John 14:25-27, John 19:30, Galatians 4:6, Ephesians 1:11-14, 2 John 1:3-5, Revelation 22:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Removes Our Fears

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Jun 6, 2024

When anxiety comes into our life, fear can slow down our steps and cause us to seek complacency rather than stepping out in faith. Where do you go to have your fear alleviated?

Jesus Removes our Fears John 6:16-24 Matthew 14:25-33 Two gas company servicemen, a senior training supervisor, and a young trainee were checking meters in a suburban neighborhood. They parked their truck at the end of the alley and worked their way to the other end. At the last house, a woman ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-24, Matthew 14:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Walking On Water - A Lesson In Faith Amid Life's Storm Series

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 14, 2024

This miracle, recorded in Matthew 14:22-33, not only demonstrated Jesus' divine power but also conveyed profound spiritual lessons for His disciples and for us.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to reflect on one of the most remarkable events in Jesus' ministry—His walk on water during a storm. This miracle, recorded in Matthew 14:22-33, not only demonstrated Jesus' divine power but also conveyed profound ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

"you Give Them Something To Eat"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 23, 2024

A sermon about trusting in Christ.

“You Give Them Something to Eat” Matthew 14:13-21 Jesus liked to eat. The disciples of John the Baptist noticed this enough to ask Jesus why He didn’t fast. Jesus’ enemies noticed this enough to ask the disciples why Jesus ate with tax collectors and sinners. They called Him a glutton and a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Chose To Live Mediocre Lives

Contributed by Samuel M on Aug 5, 2024

This generation's preachers live lavish lifestyles, and they help the needy and poor. Whereas the previous generation of preachers lived mediocre lives and supported the poor and needy. They chose to live mediocre lives because they could easily connect and relate to the poor and those in need.

This generation's preachers live lavish lifestyles and houses, and they help the needy and poor. Whereas the previous generation of preachers lived mediocre lives and supported the poor and needy. They chose to live mediocre lives because they could easily connect and relate to the poor and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:17-19

#7 Taking The Leap Of Faith

Contributed by Jerald Scott on Aug 7, 2024

WHEN JESUS IS INVITING ME TO GET OUT OF THE BOAT

Maximum Impact #7 Taking the leap of faith This week, we will work on THE issue that has the potential to keep more people from living a maximum impact life that makes a difference than any other thing– FEAR! I am convinced that outside of love, fear is the most common driving emotion felt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Will Help You In Your Desperation

Contributed by James Lowe on Jul 24, 2023

Desperation

God will help you in your desperation Matthew 14: 22-32 How many have ever been desperate? That’s what I want to talk about today, God will help you in your desperation. First of all I want to give you the meaning of the word “desperate.” Nearly hopeless, critical, extreme urgency, or as last ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"the Power Of Hope: A Light In The Darkness"

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jul 26, 2023

Today, we come together to explore a topic that touches the depths of our hearts and souls—the power of hope. In a world often clouded by uncertainty and adversity, hope emerges as a guiding light that illuminates our darkest paths.

Introduction: Today, we gather to shed some light on a topic that's been in the dark for far too long—hope! Now, I know what you're thinking, "Oh boy, another sermon on hope. How exciting!" But trust me, folks, this one's going to be a real "bright" experience! So, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, Hebrews 11:7, Romans 4:18-21, Job 13:15, Matthew 14:22-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Just And Unjust Societies In Olden Times

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 1, 2023

Do we respect the law of God or not?

Saturday of the 17th week in Course 2023 Our OT reading today continues the narrative of the Book of Leviticus, the main tradition of the Hebrew priestly class, in a sense the memories of the tribe of Levi. We need to remember that Moses and Aaron were members of that class; we need also to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12, Leviticus 25:1-17

Denomination: Catholic