Sermons about Matthew 16:23 - SermonCentral.com

Living With A Radical Commitment

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jul 12, 2004

based on 35 ratings

| 5,697 views

When we choose to follow Jesus we are called to a life of radical commitment

Living with a Radical Commitment Matthew 16:21-28 Introduction The Wesleyan Church was founded on a radical commitment to the principle that the power of Christ could change the world. 21 From that time on Jesus began to explain to his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Helping God Or Enabling Satan? Series

Contributed by David Beirne on Apr 30, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 4,609 views

Sometimes, even with the best of intentions, we get in God’s way. Trying to do the right thing can sometimes be the devilish thing.

Helping God or Enabling Satan? Matt 16:21-25 We often think we can help God’s purposes along by doing what we think is good, loving, helpful, and noble. Some ways in which doing the right thing can be the wrong thing: *Bailing a loved one out of a dilemma--avoid facing consequences ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Strike At His Identity Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2003

based on 21 ratings

| 2,999 views

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

based on 34 ratings

| 6,375 views

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

Life Comes By Death Series

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Apr 8, 2003

based on 39 ratings

| 5,155 views

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

The True Nature And Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by Martin Scarce on Nov 11, 2002

based on 299 ratings

| 32,395 views

Everyone has an idea of what the church is and its purpose. But what does Jesus say about the church? What is his desire and purpose for the church? Based upon the confession of Peter Jesus reveals the truth about the church.

“The True Nature and Purpose of the Church” Reading – Matthew 16: 13-25 INTRODUCTION Illustration: When I was growing up there were a number of experiences that left an indelible impression upon. I think we all go through an impressionable stage in life. For me, the thing that left an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-25, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The Savior Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 26, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 4,609 views

What did the cross mean to Jesus?

Jesus the Savior November 25, 26, & 29 2007 Jesus Who? The cross as the symbol of Christianity It is very surprising that Christians use the cross as their main symbol. I have mentioned before that the cross was not a symbol of a victorious king – it was only the symbol of a failed messiah. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: *other

Getting It Right Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Feb 29, 2008

based on 4 ratings

| 4,802 views

As we begin our journey to the cross it is important to start off on the right foot.

Series: Journey to the Cross Text: Matthew 16:13-23 Title: “Getting It Right” Introduction • As we begin our journey to the cross, it’s important that we start off on the right foot. o How we start sets the tone for how the rest of the trip is going to play out. o Kind of like going on vacation; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

I Have Decided... Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 12, 2007

based on 90 ratings

| 14,021 views

Jesus didn’t put the demands of being a disciple in fine print at the bottom of the contract...but IN BOLD TYPE! The cross PRESENTED, the cross REJECTED, the cross ACCEPTED. Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint Presentation.

I Have Decided... Matthew 16:21-27 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/IHaveDecided.html This chapter zeroes in on 2 big things Jesus wants to teach His disciples: • Who He is = His Person [last week] • Why He came = His Work [this week] The Lord has spent nearly 3 years with these guys and now it’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Candidate, Commitment, & Criteria

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 29, 2006

based on 28 ratings

| 8,642 views

Jesus’ teaching on true discipleship separates the serious from the satisfied. Not many will step forward and stand out...how about you? Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template.

The Candidate, Commitment, & Criteria Matthew 16:21-26 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/CandidateCommitmentCriteria.html ----- (Mat 16:24) "Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me." INTRODUCTION: The passage of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Live A Christian Life

Contributed by Toby Powers on Feb 7, 2006

based on 101 ratings

| 35,110 views

Many people claim to be a Christian, but few really know what it means to live a Christian Life.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA What Does It Mean To Live A Christian Life? Matthew 16:21-25 Intro: In this passage Jesus begins to tell the disciples about the will of the Father for his life. He goes further also to tell them about the will of God for their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Beginning Of The End – Part 2, The Real Cost Of Discipleship Revisited Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jan 7, 2008

| 3,060 views

If you knew that your time on earth was short – say, just a few months left. How would that change the way you lived? What would you do or say differently?

The Beginning Of The End – Part 2 The Real Cost of Discipleship Revisited Matthew 16:21-28 If you knew that your time on earth was short – say, just a few months left. How would that change the way you lived? What would you do or say differently? Most of us would probably put our affairs in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Into The Darkness Part 2: Be Careful Of Who You Listen To Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 25, 2008

based on 1 rating

| 4,648 views

Focuses on how we seek out and listen to the advise of others instead of waiting on God to pull us through.

Into The Darkness Part 2: Be Careful Who You Listen To Scripture: Matthew 16:21-23; 24:10-11; Acts 8:9-10; 16:16-19; 1 John 4:1 Introduction Last week I spoke to you about walking in the darkness. I told you that walking in faith means that we must get very comfortable being in the dark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel In A Postmodern World

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Aug 18, 2008

based on 3 ratings

| 4,133 views

How does Jesus expect us to live in today’s world? DESIRE Him, DENY yourself, DIE to self and DECIDE to follow. Are you doing it?

Matthew 16:21-28 The Gospel in a Postmodern World From that time Jesus began to show to His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem, and suffer many things from the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised the third day. Then Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Gates Of Hell

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Aug 18, 2008

based on 12 ratings

| 8,973 views

We are blessed as a church when Jesus is Lord. And when Jesus is Lord, the gates of hell will not prevail against us.

The Gates of Hell Broken Bow November 12, 2006 Scripture: Matthew 16:13-27 This story takes place in Cesarea, Philippi. Jesus knew his time on earth was getting close to the end so he wanted to have a heart-to-heart talk with his disciples. He wanted to talk to them straight. So he went ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

Sermons on Matthew 16:23:

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

Confident Preaching

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jul 12, 2004

Contributed by David Beirne on Apr 30, 2004

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2003

Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 30, 2003

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Apr 8, 2003

Contributed by Martin Scarce on Nov 11, 2002

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 26, 2007

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Feb 29, 2008

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 12, 2007

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 29, 2006

Contributed by Toby Powers on Feb 7, 2006

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jan 7, 2008

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 25, 2008

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Aug 18, 2008

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Aug 18, 2008