Sermons on Matthew 16:1-17:

Believe Series

Contributed by Tim Melton on Mar 1, 2021

At times in life, we need to stop or at least pause and get back to the basics.This sermon series focuses on the “Basics of the Christian Life, Believe, Belong, Abide, and Bear Fruit.“ Today we will begin by focusing on the role of belief in our Christian lives.

At times in life we need to stop or at least pause. Maybe life has become too hurried, busy or stressful. Maybe we have over-committed or made things more complicated than they have to be. Maybe it is the virus, the snowstorm, or balancing work and home. It just becomes too much. This can also ...read more

Scripture: John 6:47, John 3:16, Matthew 16:15-17

Confession Of Peter And Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 7, 2021

Matthew wrote the Hebrews to understand that Jesus of the Nazareth was the Messiah sent by Yahweh. He developed his Gospel from exclusion to the inclusion of the Gentiles. The confession of Peter is the center of the revelation.

Theme: Confession of Peter Text: Matthew 16:13-28 Greetings: The Lord is good; His love endures forever. We are meditating under the theme: “Perfect the good work” throughout this Lent season. From this week onwards we are journeying with Christ from Galilee to Jerusalem. Our ultimate station is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-28

Denomination: Methodist

Follow The King

Contributed by Brian Williams on Feb 17, 2025

When Christ is the cornerstone of the church and its foundation is the word of God in action, the church will grow and will weather the greatest storms.

As we spoke about the word “fear” last week, it doesn’t connote running from God because of dread but running to God, clinging to Him, loving, and serving Him. The fear or reverence of the Lord is our response to His love, His majesty, holiness, as well as His wrath. This kind of fear is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is Jesus To You?

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025

Who is Jesus to you? Your answer determines your eternal destiny. Knowing Jesus personally transforms your life.

WHO IS JESUS TO YOU? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 16:15 "But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Supporting Texts: John 14:6, Colossians 1:15-17, Revelation 1:8, Isaiah 9:6, Hebrews 1:3 INTRODUCTION: The question Jesus asked His disciples in Matthew 16:15 is one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15, John 14:6, Colossians 1:15-17, Revelation 1:8, Isaiah 9:6, Hebrews 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Is Jesus To You? (Part 2)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025

The question Jesus asked in Matthew 16:15, “Who do you say I am?” remains relevant today. The world has various opinions about Jesus, but the most important revelation is who He is to you personally.

WHO IS JESUS TO YOU? (PART 2) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 16:15 "But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Supporting Texts: Philippians 2:9-11, John 10:9-11, Isaiah 53:3-5, Hebrews 12:2, Revelation 22:12-13 INTRODUCTION: In the first part of this teaching, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15, Philippians 2:9-11, John 10:9-11, Isaiah 53:3-5, Hebrews 12:2, Revelation 22:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What's So Bad About Pharisees Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 5, 2025

Ask yourself which of the Lenten practices holds the lowest place in your priorities. Prayer, fasting, almsgiving: surely one of these is least attractive to you. Focus your prayer this Lent on that facet,

Ash Wednesday 2025 What was the “leaven of the Pharisees”? What led Jesus, when discussing self-discipline, to call these self-described “separate ones” hypocrites when they prayed, fasted, and gave alms to the poor? They were not hypocrites because they followed the Law, Torah. What they wore on ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-18, 2 Corinthians 5:20, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Matthew 6:1-6, Matthew 6:16-18, Matthew 16:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Update: Signs Of The Times - March 2025 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 14, 2025

What if I told you those who prayed silently are now guilty of thought crime? Free speech is being slain. I share part of a fantastic speech by VP J.D. Vance. Christians are heading for difficult times. This article looks at some of the significant recent happenings.

UPDATE: SIGNS OF THE TIMES - MARCH 2025 WHY DO WE BOTHER TO CONSIDER THE AFFAIRS OF THE WORLD? [A]. INTRODUCTION It is not beneficial to be weighed down by the bad things in the world, and some get depressed by such things. Like most aspects of life we need to be balanced and sober. It is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8, Matthew 16:2-3, Daniel 2:32-35, Revelation 13:1, Genesis 12:3, Revelation 11:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Testing The Spirits Whether They Are From God Or From Demons Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 16, 2025

In this sermon we'll explore few biblical examples to help you discern godly vs. demonic influence.

As believers, we are commanded to "test the spirits" (1 John 4:1) to discern whether a person, teaching, or influence is from God or from demonic forces. Jesus taught us to evaluate individuals and ministries by their "fruits" (Matthew 7:15-20). In this sermon we'll explore ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Matthew 16:1-4

Faith Over Delusion

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 23, 2025

Faith comes by hearing the Word that leads us into the object of faith the living Word of God, Jesus Christ.

So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Romans 10:17 KJV Not signs and wonders. They had Christ in front of them performing miracles and still did not believe. Jesus said that a wicked and adulterous generation would not receive a sign except the sign of Jonah. If ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17, Matthew 16:4, Mark 13:22-23, 1 Thessalonians 2:7, 2 Thessalonians 2:8-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Reason For This Season Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 13, 2024

Many years ago, someone came up with the bright phrase about Christmas. It is: “Jesus is the reason for the season!” And I love that phrase. Jesus is the reason for thanksgiving.

When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples,?“Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?” Matthew 16:13 The story is told of two women who were enjoying an elaborate lunch in a downtown restaurant. When one asked the occasion for the reason of lunch, the other lady ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being The Church

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Aug 13, 2024

Importance, purpose and structure of the Church

Title of today’s message: Being the church Today’s message is centered around the key passage found in Matthew 16:13-18. You may want to turn there, as we’ll get there in a minute or so. We are going to consider three amazing facts today: Importance, purpose, and structure of the church and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18, Ephesians 4:16

Don’t Slip Off The Path

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jan 14, 2024

We need to see that we are in the last moments of these last day's but our attention needs to be more of what is going on in our heart rather than what is going on around us.

Matthew 7:21-23 (KJV) Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Jeremiah 8:7, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Matthew 16:2-3, Matthew 7:13-14, 1 Samuel 2:2, 1 Corinthians 10:4, Revelation 22:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Confession Of Truth: The Foundation Of Transformation Matthew 16:15-16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 28, 2024

In Matthew 16:15-17, we witness a pivotal moment where Peter makes a profound confession of truth regarding Jesus' identity. Today, let's explore this passage and uncover the transformative power embedded in recognising and confessing the truth.

Confession of Truth: The Foundation of Transformation Matthew 16:15-16 Introduction: In Matthew 16:15-17, we witness a pivotal moment where Peter makes a profound confession of truth regarding Jesus' identity. Today, let's explore this passage and uncover the transformative power embedded ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-17, Matthew 16:15-16, John 14:6, Matthew 16:17, 1 Corinthians 2:10, Matthew 16:18, Ephesians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Leaven Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 15, 2024

Today, we more likely use the term “yeast” instead of “leaven” WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF LEAVEN? • It causes bread to rise. • It makes bread spongy and soft

06. The Parable Of The Leaven SERIES; The Parables Of Jesus INTRODUCTION Jesus presented some of His most memorable lessons as parables. One reason He used parables is for the helpful way they connected abstract spiritual truths with regular everyday activities. These stories empowered simple, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:6

Blinded By Seeing - Israel's Missing Messiah

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Feb 22, 2024

Before Jesus' time, rabbis separated miracles into two categories, those anyone empowered by the Holy Spirit could perform and miracles called ‘messianic miracles’ which only the Messiah could perform . Jesus demonstrated He was Messiah by the Sanhedrin's theology and teaching.

BLINDED BY SEEING - ISRAEL’S MISSING MESSIAH HOW MUCH SIGHT LEAVES YOU BLIND? Sometime before the coming of Jesus, rabbis separated miracles into two categories. First were those miracles anyone would be able to perform if they were empowered by the Spirit of God to do so. The second category of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16

Denomination: Church Of God