Sermons on Matthew 16:13-17:8:

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Mar 9, 2003

Three questions every individual must come to terms with in this life.

Introduction In the 16th chapter of Matthew, we find Jesus and the disciples traveling into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, and as they were going along, Jesus paused and asked the men a couple of intriguing questions. First He wanted to know who everyone was saying He was, and then He wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Use Your Spiritual Keys

Contributed by James May on Mar 16, 2003

God has given us the keys of Heaven to bind the powers of darkness and to loose the blessings of Heaven if we will only use them rightly.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Surrender It

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Mar 25, 2003

Most Christians are on their guard for obvious temptations. So the Devil doesn’t need to tempt you with the big sins. No, he is more subtle than that. He is crafty and sneaks up on you. He doesn’t just call you over to the trap and push you in. No, he lea

There was a Church where the preacher and the song leader were not getting along. This began to spill over into the worship service. One week the preacher preached on commitment, and how we should dedicate ourselves to service. The song leader then led the song, “I shall Not Be Moved.” The next ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Strike At His Identity Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2003

1st in a three part series on the three occassions Jesus spoke about His death on the way to Jerusalem

THREE STRIKES AND HE’S OUT! A STRIKE AT HIS IDENTITY EASTER SERIES – 2003 Luke 9:18-27,Matt 16:21-23 INTRODUCTION: Baseball games are wonderful pass-time events. The excitement is sudden, the hot dogs tastes better (even at prices that stop your heart), and there is probably no other sport which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27, Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Journey To The Cross Part 1

Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 30, 2003

JESUS NOT ONLY PROMISED THE CROSS IN HIS JOURNEY, BUT IN OURS AS WELL!

JOURNEY TO THE CROSS PART 1: THE PROMISE OF THE CROSS MATTHEW 16: 21 – 28 SUNDAY MARCH 30, 2003 INTRODUCTION: Salvation is free, ... but discipleship will cost you your life. — Dietrich Bonhoeffer He who lives only to benefit himself confers on the world a benefit when he dies. -- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Church Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 31, 2003

Jesus died for the church, wherein we find our greatest selves.

Jesus and the Church For hours on a spring day, Jesus hung on the Roman cross, jeered at by those of his nation- the Jews- and Gentile Romans, alike. Those who had sought him during his ministry turned on him. He was abandoned by those too fearful to be identified with him. His closest friends ran ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23, Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's In A Name?

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Apr 2, 2003

God has been preparing you for a unique role in ministry all your life – what is it He has called you to do? If you don’t know you need to find out. You do that through prayer.

What’s in a Name? When I say the name “Mark McGuire” most of you immediately recognize him because he established a new home-run record. When I say the name “Kristi Yamaguchi” you would recognize her as figure skating superstar. Say the name “Troy Aikman” and people immediately associate his ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22, Matthew 16:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Gifts To Peter, And To Us.

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 4, 2003

God gave Peter position, power, passion, and perseverance. He wants to give us the same gifts.

Strength, Wisdom, Strategy, Endurance, Focus, Courage, Toughness... These sound like the description of someone on the television show “Survivor.” But actually they pretty well describe a man we read about in the New Testament. Peter. God worked in Peter’s life in powerful ways. The great news is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Comes By Death Series

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Apr 8, 2003

Jesus’ death was an example for all of His followers. Jesus teaches us that true discipleship is to confess with our actions that life, abundantly with Jesus comes by death of our desires for His desires.

Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Jesus and His disciples had been through a lot together. Prior to the discussion we read about this morning Jesus had healed and preached and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:20-24

Denomination: Methodist

Some Good Places To Be.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Apr 8, 2003

PETER SAID TO JESUS IN MATHEW 17 VERSE 4 IT IS GOOD FOR US TO BE HERE. THANK GOD THERE ARE STILL SOME GOOD PLACES TO BE.

MATTHEW 17;4 THEN ANSWERD PETER AND SAID UNTO JESUS LORD IT IS GOOD FOR US TO BE HERE;IF THOU WILT LET US MAKE THREE TABERNACLES ONE FOR THEE AND ONE FOR MOSES AND ONE FOR ELIAS.KJV. PETER SAID TO JESUS IT IS GOOD FOR US TO BE HERE ANY TIME YOU ARE AROUND JESUS THAT IS A GOOD PLACE TO BE. WITH ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

The Sign Of The Fish Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 15, 2003

A sermon on the letters of the Ick-Thoos, the Sign of the Fish

Sermon for 4/13/2003 Friend Day The Sign of the Fish Introduction: A. What do you think about fish? B. Are you taking us out to Libby Hill or Mayflower later? C. Are you talking about fishing? I love to fish. I hate to fish. The worms are slimy and the fish are slimy and wiggily. I took my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33, Matthew 17:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Do You Say I Am?

Contributed by Kristopher Morris on Jan 15, 2004

Who do you say Jesus is? This question is just as important today as it was back then.

“Who Do You Say I Am?” Matthew 16:13-19 January 18, 2003 Three people have been in the news quite a bit recently. Tell me, what do you think of these folks? What do you think about the new Nebraska coach, Bill Callahan? Is he the best man for the job? Who do you say he is? Is he a bumbling ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19, Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Kodak, Cookies And Christ

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jan 17, 2004

Confession of St. Peter: The Rock - Jesus - is Peter’s confession and our confession. In Christ - the Rock - our hopes and our eternity are secure.

Most our homes have a stash of pictures that catalog important events in the lives of our families. Some might have these pictures in photo albums or maybe they’re stashed in shoeboxes. Chances are that many of these pictures were taken using a Kodak camera and film. If we look on the back of these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Lutheran

What Will You Do With Jesus? Listen To Him! Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 22, 2004

Hearing the good news of Jesus demands a response... will it be to listen to what he has to say for our lives?

WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH JESUS? “Listen to Him!” Romans 10:13-17 Focus: Hearing the good news of Jesus demands a response.. will it be to listen to him? Function: To call hearers to make a decision to listen to what Jesus has to say for their lives. What a beautiful text: Everyone who calls upon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-5, Romans 10:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The State Of The Church

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 27, 2004

Part 1 of an annual series on the condition of the local church and direction for the New Year.

 A new year gives us the opportunity look back and reflect upon what has happened. We also can look forward to the New Year with anticipation of what lies before us; goals and resolutions are made. I’ve heard it said that most of our New Years resolutions are broken before January 14th; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God