Sermons on Matthew 16:18-20:

From Heaven; Or Men?

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 9, 2016

To establish that no denomination; its beliefs; or its baptismal practices are from heaven; they have their origins from men. However so sincere they might have been, there can be no salvation in any man-made institutions or in their religious practices.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Denomination's Builder 2. The Denomination's Belief 3. The Denomination's Baptism Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing a theme: "from heaven; or men?" This will be a topical sermon. We will ask three questions regarding this theme. First, is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Bounds Or Out Of Bounds?

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 14, 2016

If you say that you are bounds; is that a bad thing? The Bible speaks about being bound in positive and negative terms. To what or by what are you bound?

In Bounds or Out of Bounds? I'm glory bound Bound for that promised land Bound and determined Song: I'm bound for that city. Eccl. 4:12 And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken. Hosea 6:1 Come, and let us return unto the LORD: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by David Nolte on Oct 16, 2016

Answers the question, "Who do men say that the Son of Man is?"

“Who IS Jesus?” Matthew 16:13-18 David P. Nolte Any honest historian or any objectively thinking person has to admit that Jesus was a real man who lived in Judea and was credited with many astounding acts and was crucified under Pilate’s reign. The question is not, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

5 Upon This Rock Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Mar 25, 2020

As the church was closed, we had to go to printed meditations, so this is a much shorter version of what was originally planned.

Matthew 16:13-20 13 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” 14 And they said, “Some say John the Baptist, but others Elijah, and still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15 He said to them, “But who do you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Church Will Survive

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Apr 22, 2020

This message uncovers the reasons why the church will continue to survive from this time and forevermore!

1. We Have A Solid Rock (18a) - Our Rock is Jesus Christ (16a) - Our Rock Is The Son of The Living God (16b) - Our Rock is the same yesterday, today, and forever (Heb. 13:8) 2. We Have A Daily Work (18b) - Build His Church - We must share our faith - We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lord, I Miss My Church

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Apr 27, 2020

Why being a participating member of a local church is important for every believer.

LORD, I MISS MY CHURCH! Mt 16:18 Jesus had been talking to His disciples and He asked them who they thought He was. Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God. And Jesus answered them.... Mt 16:18 I say to you that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My church; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, John 20:19-28, Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

Fasting is a spiritual discipline for inward communion with God.

A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 6:16-18 “When you fast, don’t make it obvious to others, as the hypocrites who try to look mournful or disheveled like they didn’t comb their hair, or wash their face. Don’t try to get people to admire you for fasting. That is the only reward you will get. But when you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Is Prevailing

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Mar 10, 2019

With so many scandals inside the Church and attacks from outside the Church, we can sometimes wonder if the Church will survive. Jesus promises that His Church will prevail! And as it prevails, we prevail, too.

Opening Remarks and Introduction In the past few years, Christian churches have been rocked by problems both inside and outside the church. In 2017, we saw a shooting at a church in Sutherland Springs, and recently a mega-church in town hit the news recently with one youth worker and some of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18, Philippians 1:12-14, Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 8:14-17, John 8:11, Ephesians 2:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Commissioned By Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 17, 2019

Today we continue our study on the Red Letters from the Book of Saint Luke!

Luke 9:10-36 INTRODUCTION: Today we continue our study on the Red Letters from the Book of Luke! I. Luke 9:10-17: The God of Impossibilities (Feeding the 5000) A. Jesus asked the disciples to do something that was totally impossible in their present situation. 1. The evening was coming on and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:10-36, Matthew 19:26, Matthew 16:17, Matthew 16:19, 2 Peter 1:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Keys Of The Kingdom Of Heaven!

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 17, 2020

In this sermon outline many times the Church does not use that which God has given us, Keys of Power that the Lord has given to the Church to evangelize the world.

THE KEYS OF THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN! - Matt. 16:13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? - 14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19, Acts 1:4, Acts 4:12

Church Is Essential.

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on May 29, 2020

It is the truth that binds all the other truths that are found in the gospel!

Trump declares churches 'essential,' calls on them to reopen I have heard people say, “Well, I don’t need to go to church to be a Christian.” Listen to this statement by Jesus (1)-Matthew 16:15-He said to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Names Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 2, 2020

There are certain titles given to Jesus in Scripture that speak to the intimate relationship that He has with His church. Jesus is - the shepherd of the flock, the head of the body, the cornerstone of the building...etc

The Church Names Of Jesus OKAY – first of all I would like to give a huge birthday shout out to… to….US!!! YOU SEE – today is Pentecost Sunday! The birthday of the Church and of the Kingdom Jesus came to establish, nearly 2000 years ago. NOW REMEMBER – Jesus said in Matthew 16 And I tell you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, John 10:14, Colossians 1:18, Isaiah 54:5, John 15:5, Ephesians 2:19-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle A-- 21st Sunday, Year A -“You, Rocky Are The Rock Upon Which I Will Build My Church.”

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 11, 2020

This is a great promise since one modern anxiety is whether or not we can have any certain knowledge.

Here is a joke that the choir members can perhaps appreciate: Saint Peter is checking ID’s at the Pearly Gates, and first comes a Texan. “Tell me, what have you done in life?” says St. Peter. The Texan says, “Well, I struck oil, so I became rich, but I didn’t sit on my laurels-I divided all my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Catholic

What The Church Is Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 13, 2020

With all the changes to how we worship this short series looks at what the church is.

The church! When you think of the church, what is it you think of? Maybe it’s Cornerstone. This might be where you met Jesus, where you were baptized and where you have grown in your faith. Maybe it’s the church from your childhood. The church where you met Jesus, where you were baptized and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

On What Rock?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 6, 2020

Is Protestantism legitimate? What are the keys to the kingdom? If true Christians agree on essential matters, why the rivalry? Let’s look at Rome’s exclusive claim in Matthew 16:13-20.

Is Protestantism legitimate? What are the keys to the kingdom? If true Christians agree on essential matters, why the rivalry? Let’s look at Rome’s exclusive claim in Matthew 16:13-20. When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, “Who do men say that I, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist