Sermons on Matthew 15:1-29:

The Church Of Sardis: A Fellowship Taken Off Life Support (Revelation 3:1-6)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 1, 2024

The church at Sardis received not words of commendation from the Lord Jesus Christ, but instead, rebuke and condemnation as well a warning to wake up and strengthen what remains of its effectiveness, testimony, and purpose. Does this describe the church you attend?

The fifth church mentioned in Revelation 2-3 was located in the city of Sardis, fifty miles east of Smyrna and thirty miles southeast of Thyatira. Like the other churches, it was located in western Asia Minor, now known as the nation of Turkey. Sardis was on the major commercial and trade ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:11-15, Isaiah 11:2-5, Matthew 15:8-9, Mark 7:6, Titus 1:16, Revelation 3:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

#3 Fundamental Foundations Of Faith (Identifying False Doctrines) Series

Contributed by Tim West on Jan 15, 2024

This lesson deals with false doctrines that the early church began to practice

Fundamentals of Faith Understanding The False Doctrines Of The Apostasy INTRO. A. In our first lesson, we sought to gain a better understanding of the church by understanding the name and the nature of the church. 1. We are the “called out” that is the meaning of the word ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unstoppable Series

Contributed by Nkwor Sunday Sunny Azuka Onyekachukwu on Jan 15, 2024

To reach our goal in life, we need to be determined to be unstoppable. Our God is unlimited in power hence we need to demonstrate faith and confidence in him if we must be unstoppable.

Matthew 15:22-28 And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou Son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil. But he answered her not a word. And his disciples came and besought him, saying, Send her away; for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:22-28, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Truth

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 5, 2023

If a man is not truthful to God, he cannot be truth to himself. He will definitely struggle to be truthful to his neighbor. Truth is walking in the light; falsehood is groping into the darkness.

This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips but their hearts is far from me. But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrine the commandments of men (Matthew 15:8-9). What a serious indictment! In our key verse above, our LORD Jesus Christ was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:8-9, Psalm 15:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keep Praying Momma Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on May 10, 2023

Canaanite Mother who came to Jesus and would not leave until she had her answer.

“Keep Praying Momma” Matthew 15:22-28 5-14-2023 We have an American tradition that we celebrate this Sunday of each year; Mothers Day. Mother's Day is an annual holiday celebrated in the United States on the second Sunday in May. Mother's Day recognizes mothers, motherhood and maternal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Mother (Mother’s Day)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 11, 2023

One of the most difficult sermons a pastor has to preach is a “Mother’s Day” sermon.

Why? For the same reason you spend a great deal of time searching through the Hallmark Cards trying to find the perfect card that will begin to convey how deeply you feel about your mother. If that is a strain on us consider the strain that puts on us preachers trying to preach a message ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring Mothers On Mother's Day

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 11, 2023

I learned faith from a Bible reading, Bible memorizing, Bible speaking and Bible praying mother. Today we Worship the LORD for HIS Promises and give honor to our Mothers on this Mother’s day.

2023.05.14.Sermon Notes. Honoring Mothers on Mother’s Day William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: I learned faith from a Bible reading, Bible memorizing, Bible speaking and Bible praying mother. Today we Worship the LORD for HIS Promises and give honor to our Mothers on this Mother’s day. Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7-9, Genesis 6:3, Deuteronomy 34:7, Psalm 90:10, Exodus 20:12, Proverbs 31:10, Proverbs 31:28-30, Luke 1:26-55, Matthew 20:21-23, Exodus 2:1-10, Proverbs 22:6, 1 Samuel 1:11, 2 Timothy 1:5, Genesis 21:2-3, Genesis 21:16-18, 1 Kings 3:26, Matthew 15:25-28, Luke 1:46-55  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Vision Worth Sharing

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 14, 2023

Romans 10 has three-fold moves in the chapter. Paul critiques legalistic righteousness, speaks to genuine righteousness residing in the soul, and points to visionary faith that comes through inspiring words. Paul says those who share the Good News have beautiful, pure feet.

This past week there was a post on the Fort Gibson Forum. It had a picture of a pretty horse walking down a paved road. He/she had a saddle and bridal but no rider guiding him toward a worthwhile destination. Not sure where the horse was headed. Though he looked confident, his owner had to come and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-15, Matthew 15:8-9, Matthew 28:16-20, Ephesians 1:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A Light That Shatters The Darkness”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 17, 2023

I don’t think I have ever seen a stained glass window of Jesus laughing. Did He laugh when Jonah landed on the beach smelling like whale breath? When the wedding party tasted the best wine ever, did He smile? In his discussion with a Canaanite woman is He smiling through the words?

In Jesus Holy Name August 20, 2023 Text: Matthew 15:28/Isaiah 9:1b-2 Pentecost XV - Redeemer “A Light That Shatters the Darkness” I have seen many beautiful stained glass windows displaying various aspects of the life of Jesus. But I don’t think I have ever seen a stained glass ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28, Isaiah 9:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Have Great Faith In Jesus!

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 21, 2023

Instead of telling us what faith is...the Bible shows! For our sermon together let’s focus our attention on the faith of one Canaanite woman as an example of “great faith.”

“Faith is….” How would you finish that phrase? You might quote the classic Bible passage that defines faith. Hebrews 11:1 says, “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” Or perhaps you would come up with a string of synonyms for faith. You might say, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

A Call To Courage

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 11, 2023

If courageous believers are going to be successful in their Christian endeavors, they must be alert to the actions of their enemies, be mindful of their relationship with Christ, be courageous in their attitude and be strong in their fortitude. This mindset is a matter of choice.

Sermon: A Call to Courage Scripture - 1Corinthians 16:13-18 “Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. And do everything with love. You know that Stephanas and his household were the first of the harvest of believers in Greece, and they are spending their lives in service to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-18, Ephesians 6:10-11, Matthew 15:14, Ephesians 5:14-18

Denomination: Methodist

When You Can’t Draw Near - Mark 7:1-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 23, 2023

Legalism is an insidious problem because it allows your heart to drift far from God while making you think you’re doing great spiritually.

Mark 7:1 The Pharisees and some of the teachers of the law who had come from Jerusalem gathered around Jesus and 2 saw some of his disciples eating food with hands that were “unclean,” that is, unwashed. 3 (The Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they give their hands a ceremonial ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-13, Matthew 15:1-9

Morbid Anatomy: The Root Of Sin - Mark 7:14-23 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 23, 2023

Why did God make some food unclean, and now we can eat them? This message goes into the important and often misunderstood concept of uncleanness

Mark 7:14 Again Jesus called the crowd to him and said, “Listen to me, everyone, and understand this. 15 Nothing outside a man can make him ‘unclean’ by going into him. Rather, it is what comes out of a man that makes him ‘unclean.’” 17 After he had left the crowd and entered the house, his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:14-23, Matthew 15:10-20

The Biblical Perspective On Lust And Adultery

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2025

This teaching emphasizes the importance of purity in one's thoughts and intentions, not just actions.

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches that the act of looking at someone with lustful intent is equivalent to committing adultery in one's heart (Matthew 5:27-28). This teaching emphasizes the importance of purity in one's thoughts and intentions, not just actions. The Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:18-20

Guarding Your Heart Against Sin Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2025

The heart is the control centre of a person’s thoughts, desires, and actions. It determines the course of our lives and is a prime target for sin. Therefore, guarding our hearts is essential for maintaining a pure and holy walk with God.

Title: GUARDING YOUR HEART AGAINST SIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 4:23 "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." Supporting Texts: Matthew 15:18-19; Psalm 119:11; Philippians 4:8; 1 Peter 5:8; 2 Timothy 2:22 INTRODUCTION: The heart is the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 15:18-19, Psalm 119:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God