Sermons on Matthew 16:16-25:

Idop 2025: Faithful To The End

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 28, 2025

Today is the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians. This year's theme (2025) is "Faithful to the End." How can we remain faithful followers of Jesus amidst all difficulties and temptations, even when we face persecution?

Introduction: I was in Surabaya last month when, at 3 a.m., I received the news that Charlie Kirk had been shot. It turned out he died. This news was truly shocking and left many wondering, "Why would anyone kill him?" Many reports claimed he deserved to be killed because he spread ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-25, John 15:20, John 16:1-2, Acts 7:57-58, Matthew 16:23, Revelation 2:10, Acts 8:1, John 14:6, John 1:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gates Of Hell Shall Not Prevail Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jan 9, 2025

Have you ever pondered what Jesus meant by ‘the gates of hell’ shall not prevail against the church?

In Mt. 16:18, Jesus replies to Peter saying, ‘…thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” Have you ever pondered what Jesus meant by ‘the gates of hell’ shall not prevail against the church? This morning I want to examine these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Revelation 20:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go! And Live Gladly For God's Glory Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 18, 2025

Embrace a life devoted to glorifying God and sharing His joy with others.

Go! And Live Gladly for God's Glory Introduction Today, we gather to consider a profound truth that calls us to live with eternal purpose. John Piper once said, "If you live gladly to make others glad in God, your life will be hard, your risks will be high, and your joy will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-25, Psalm 16:11, Acts 20:24, Matthew 5:14-16, Hebrews 12:2, James 1:2-3, Nehemiah 8:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Brought To Life; Brought Together Spirit Filled Living: A Husband’ S Love Ephesians 5:25-27 Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 21, 2025

Today we see that God calls husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church (5:25-27). My big idea is pretty simple, Christ’s love for his church is the pattern for a husband’s love for his wife.

We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. We are in chapter five, where Paul discusses marriage. So far, we have looked at God’s vision for marriage to display Christ’s relationship with his church (5:31-32). Then we saw that God calls wives to respect and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27, Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Crucifying The Flesh

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 28, 2025

As believers, one of the fundamental aspects of following Christ is the call to crucify the flesh. The flesh represents our sinful nature, desires, and inclinations that oppose the will of God

Title: CRUCIFYING THE FLESH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:24 "And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts." Supporting Texts: Romans 6:6, Colossians 3:5, Luke 9:23, Galatians 2:20, Matthew 16:24 INTRODUCTION: As believers, one ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:24, Romans 6:6, Colossians 3:5, Luke 9:23, Galatians 2:20, Matthew 16:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 7, 2025

Discipleship is not just about following Christ; it comes with a cost. Jesus made it clear that those who follow Him must be ready to deny themselves, take up their cross, and prioritise His kingdom above all else.

THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 14:25-33 Supporting Texts: Matthew 16:24-26, Philippians 3:7-8, Mark 10:28-30, 2 Timothy 3:12 INTRODUCTION: Discipleship is not just about following Christ; it comes with a cost. Jesus made it clear that those who follow Him must ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33, Matthew 16:24-26, Philippians 3:7-8, Mark 10:28-30, 2 Timothy 3:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

Deny Oneself & Take Up The Cross

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 18, 2025

What is the most important decision that you have ever made in your life? Maybe your answer is similar to others‟. Some would answer: going to college, choosing jobs, getting married and applying for green card. Of those listed, which is the most important?

DENY ONESELF & TAKE UP THE CROSS Matthew 16:21-28 What is the most important decision that you have ever made in your life? Maybe your answer is similar to others. Some would answer: going to college, choosing jobs, getting married and applying for green card. Of those listed, which is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Church In The World Vs World In The Church Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 21, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

“Church in the World vs World in the Church” 1 Peter 3:8-12 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter3 “8 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; 9 not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12, Philippians 2:2, Hebrews 4:14-16, Romans 5:5, John 17:11, John 17:16, Matthew 5:38-48, Matthew 16:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

3 Anointings

Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Nov 18, 2024

3 Types of Anointing 1) Lepers Anointing The Anointing for Salvation. 2) Priestly Anointing The Priestly Anointing for Ministry. 3) Kingly Anointing The Kingly Anointing for Dominion.

The Three Anointing’s 1 You might say I have never seen in the Bible the Topic of three anointing’s but often within scripture there are principals that are not easily found. As an example, you know that the Bible states that we are not to steal, murder, lie, and so one, these are easily ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 13:46, Matthew 16:15-17

Denomination: Other

A Passion Greater Than Comfort - Matthew 16:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 22, 2024

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to seek comfort over commitment? How quickly we gravitate towards convenience over courage? May our passion for Jesus always be greater than our passion for an easy life.

A Passion Greater Than Comfort Introduction Have you ever noticed how easy it is to seek comfort over commitment? How quickly we gravitate towards convenience over courage? Yet, when we read the Bible, we discover that following Jesus is not about ease—it's about a deep and abiding passion for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24, Galatians 2:20, John 16:33, Colossians 3:17, Matthew 6:19-21, James 1:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Following Jesus Christ, Not Denominations And A Call To Unity And Discipleship Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 12, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical imperative to follow Jesus Christ, rather than denominations, and examine the implications of this call to unity and discipleship.

As believers, we are often faced with a plethora of denominational options, each with its own distinct traditions, practices, and interpretations of Scripture. While denominations can provide a sense of community and belonging, they can also lead to division, confusion, and a lack of unity among ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24, John 17:21

La Verdadera Conversión Demostrada Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 21, 2024

Este mensaje es una exposición de Filipenses 3:7-11. En él, Pablo se ofrece como ejemplo de los cambios que ocurren cuando una persona verdaderamente nace de nuevo: (1) Un cambio en valores (2) Un cambio en rectitud (3) Un cambio en metas de vida.

Estamos estudiando Filipenses. Nuestro texto de hoy se encuentra en Filipenses 3:7-11. “Pero cuantas cosas eran para mí ganancia, las he estimado como pérdida por amor de Cristo. 8 Y ciertamente, aun estimo todas las cosas como pérdida por la excelencia del conocimiento de Cristo ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-11, John 7:22-23, Matthew 13:44, Matthew 16:24-26, Romans 8:28-29, Isaiah 64:6, Matthew 4:18-22, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Peter 2:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

No Room For Jesus

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 23, 2024

When Jesus was born, there was no room for them in the inn and so they had to stay in a stable. That physical reality represents a spiritual reality that also occurred. There was no room for Jesus in the lives and hearts of many people of that time and the same reality continues today.

A. Good morning church family and good morning to all our honored guests. 1. I hope you are being uplifted by our worship this morning. 2. It is our tradition here at Wetzel Road, to focus on the birth of Jesus on the Sunday closest to December 25th. 3. Because a large portion of the world is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, John 1:10-12, Isaiah 53:3, John 14:1-3, Revelation 3:20, Matthew 16:24-25, Hebrews 3:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Jesus To You

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Jun 21, 2025

Millions around the world know of Jesus but only a fraction of those actually know him. The mission of every Church should be to know Jesus and make him known. On a personal level, who is Jesus to you?

Todays gospel reading in Luke is the same story also found in Matthew ch.16. The Matthew account has much more detail and so I will use that so we can better understand the story. The geographical setting of today’s gospel story is Caesarea Philippi. This town is located in the North East ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Luke 9:18-24

Denomination: Anglican