Sermons on Matthew 17:14-18:9:

Humility

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Apr 24, 2020

Ministers are reluctant to preach on humility. How do we promote humility without sounding like we think we’ve attained it? Needless to say, my sermon title isn’t “Humility and how I found it.” We are all "works-in-progress".

Winston Churchill was reviling a political opponent at a press conference. A reporter interrupted him asking, “But surely, Mr. Churchill, you must admit that he is a humble, modest man?” To which Churchill replied: “He is a humble man, but then he has much to be humble about!” Ministers are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

The Familiar Spirit. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Familiar Spirit, also known as the Familiar Demon or the Spirit of Familiarity, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible.

The Familiar Spirit, also known as the Familiar Demon or the Spirit of Familiarity, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to gain access to our lives through familiarity and deception. In this, we will explore ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:24, Matthew 17:21

The Way To Heaven

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jun 9, 2024

Today, on Children’s day, I want to meditate on 3 important attributes of Children that we as the Children of God need for the way to heaven.

The Way to Heaven Matthew 5:1-12; Deuteronomy 7:1-11 But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven.” - Matthew 19:14 Today, on Children’s day, I want to meditate on 3 important attributes of Children that we as the Children of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:14, Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From Forrest Gump: Discovering God In The Simple And Profound Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 1, 2024

Forrest Gump, a beloved film about a man with a simple mind but a profoundly impactful life. As we look at his journey, we can uncover deep spiritual truths and see how his story can illuminate our understanding of God.

Lessons from Forrest Gump: Discovering God in the Simple and Profound Introduction Today, we’re going to explore spiritual lessons from an unexpected source: the movie "Forrest Gump." This beloved film follows the life of Forrest, a man with a simple mind but a profoundly impactful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:3, Hebrews 12:1, Ephesians 4:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Mustard Seed Faith

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 5, 2024

People believe that if you have just a tiny amount of faith (like a mustard seed) that you can do great things for God. Is this true? The answer to mustard seed faith is explained in this message.

True Mustard Seed Faith Scripture: Matthew 17:20-21; First Samuel 15:1-9; 19-22; Luke 5:1-11 Good morning, Strangers Rest! This morning, the title of my message today is “True Mustard Seed Faith.” But before I talk about mustard seed faith, I want to remind you of what the Bible says about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20-21, 1 Samuel 15:1-9, Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon # 29- How To Be Truly Blessed Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 1, 2023

How do we become recipients of the true blessings of God? Do we understand the authority that God has bestowed on us as His children, and are we being a blessing to others?

The blessings of God on Adam and Eve We read in Genesis 1:28, “And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28, Genesis 3:14, Matthew 18:6-7, Numbers 22:12, Joshua 6:26, 1 Kings 16:34, Numbers 6:22-27, Deuteronomy 6:4, 2 Corinthians 13:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Who Is The Greatest?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 10, 2019

Truly, to the extent we adopt the humble attitude of a child, we will attain greatness in the kingdom of the Father. But what does that really mean?

Wednesday of 19th Week ink Course 2019 St. Cassian of Imola Our Lord had a special affection for children, so we’ll learn much about our own filiation from studying what Jesus said to children and did for them. Here we see the Master asking one of His Socratic questions, probably in response to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:1-8, Matthew 18:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

Funeral

Contributed by Robert Webb on Sep 7, 2019

Funeral for a infant child

At times like this we look for meaning. Our faith is tested. Our understanding of God and of ourselves, is put to the test. Is our love deep enough to endure? Is God’s grace vast enough to suffice? We want to make sense of such suffering. Why does a loving God allow that such pain to continue in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8, Matthew 18:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Life Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 13, 2019

When you realize that Jesus did not cancel God’s Law, but completes it, that it continues today, and that you have to keep every part of it from the heart, there is only one thing you can do to be "good enough" for God's Kingdom and that’s count on Jesus.

Through his humor, Bill Waterson has a way to make you think about life. He’s the author of the Calvin and Hobbes comic strips; and some time ago, he drew Calvin (a little boy) hurtling down a snowy slope on a sled with his friend Hobbes (a tiger). Calvin: I'm getting nervous about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20, Romans 8:1-4, Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Fe Que Mueve MontaÑas

Contributed by Luis Marquez on Sep 21, 2019

Una fe que mueve montañas se basa en Jesucristo y crece por medio de la paciencia, perseverancia y la oración.

FE QUE MUEVE MONTAÑAS HEBREOS 11:1; MATEO 17:20-21, STGO 5: 7-13 INTRODUCCION: Ilustración: un equilibrista francés cruza la cuerda floja sobre el Niagara, aplausos, Cuantos creen que puedo hacerlo con alguien sobre mis hombros... aplausos de aprobación. Pide voluntario: nadie ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20-21, James 5:7-13, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Humility, Yielding, Surrender

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 28, 2019

A humble heart is the bedrock of any meaningful relationship with God.

Humility, Yielding, Surrender Throughout scripture we see a truth that is the bedrock of our relationship with God: a humble heart. It’s a heart that finds joy in yielding and surrendering its will and desires to God’s will and desires. Sadly, this doesn’t appeal to many in the Body of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:128, 2 Chronicles 7:14, 2 Chronicles 34:27, 1 Peter 5:5-7, James 4:6-7, Proverbs 15:33, Proverbs 8:32-34, Proverbs 10:17, Proverbs 23:26, Luke 6:45, Matthew 18:1-4, Psalm 19:14, John 5:30, Acts 9:4-6, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Proverbs 8:13, Psalm 119:89, Malachi 3:6, Psalm 138:2, 1 Samuel 9:2, 1 Samuel 13:14, Psalm 51:16-17, John 3:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bless This Home Conquering Offense

Contributed by Ricky Sinclair on Oct 3, 2019

Correlation between Culture and Communication

BLESS THIS HOME CONQUERING OFFENSE Miracle Place Church May 19, 2013 – Sunday May 23, 2013 – Thursday Correlation between Culture and Communication Genesis 2:7, 15, 18, 21-24 Definitions: Correlation – two things so related that one directly complements the other (such as a husband and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Matthew 18:1-35

Denomination: *other

The Two Thieves

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 6, 2019

The following sermon is going to examine the testimony of the two thieves on the cross to illustrate first no one or is beyond redemption and second that faith is not to be dependent on circumstances but on belief that God is sovereign and can do the impossible!

The Two Thieves Luke 23:32-43 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:1 Should not those whom have God’s holy Word and His Spirit living inside of them have such a great faith ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43, Hebrews 11:1, Matthew 17:20, John 13:15

Denomination: Baptist

7 Reasons For Not Going To Hell

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 15, 2018

Why people should excep Jesus today.

7 Reasons for not going to hell The only time you hell is T.V. are over the radio in a cussing contest. Just as sure as there a place for saved there is one for the sinner. Hell is not a state of mind but a real place. Sad that will become a permanent home for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Dilemma

Contributed by Hans Krause on Nov 1, 2018

Does our faith permit us to disobey the government or to evade taxes? Are Romans 13 and Acts 5 incompatible? How can we sincerely and creatively live as citizens of two kingdoms? What is the underlying principle that governs our choices?

[Sermon preached on 4 November 2018, 24th Sunday after Pentecost / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Some years ago, we needed to get a little home renovation done. I asked someone for a quotation. When he had given me the price, he added: “That’s without a receipt. If you want a receipt, I will have to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, Matthew 17:24-27, Acts 5:29

Denomination: Lutheran