Sermons on Matthew 20:1-24:16:

Passion For Jesus

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Feb 1, 2004

Many Christians can quote this passage, say all the right words, do all the right things, go to all the right places, but yet something vital is still missing on the inside of their mortal being. What is it that’s missing in the lives of so many “born aga

By: Donna J. Kazenske According to Scripture and the Lord Jesus Himself, the greatest commandment is this: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul and with all your mind.” (Matt. 22:37) Many Christians can quote this passage, say all the right words, do all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38, Luke 7:36-38

Denomination: *other

The Devils Lawyer

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Feb 5, 2004

A follow up of, The Devils Bishop. The sanctity of marrage is in trouble, what the Church needs to know, to stand in the day of trial.

The Devils Lawyer, The Sanctity of Marriage God declares that marriage is between man and woman, but Satan has gotten a lawyer to fight in his corner. See what God has to say. Can we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:35-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

John Wesley In The 21st Century

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 9, 2004

A Brief Biography of Wesley and His Teaching about God’s Grace and a discussion of his importance for today’s church.

SLIDE 1 Welcome, attendance pad, prayer I am continuing this series today on Christianity and world religions. But today I am taking a different twist. I am going to talk about John Wesley. If it were not for this man I doubt that we would be meeting here in this place or form today. This ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Methodist

You're Invited!!!

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

The parable of the wedding feast.

You’re Invited!!! Matthew 22:2-14 July 10, 2005 Matthew 22:2 "The Kingdom of Heaven can be illustrated by the story of a king who prepared a great wedding feast for his son. A Heavenly Wedding Celebration  Christ the groom will be united with His bride • The church is the bride of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:2-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Love - Part Iii Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2005

Loving your neighbor as yourself

The Power of Love – Part III Matthew 22:39; 1 Corinthians 13:4-6 February 22, 2004 Matthew 22:39 (NLT) A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ Who Is Your Neighbor? • More than just the guy next door • Your neighbor is any other person – Regardless of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God Prejudiced?

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 20, 2005

When we speak of God, we speak of Pure Spirit and not flesh. The definitions of prejudice is only accountable to man and His disbelief in truth and righteousness.

Is God Prejudiced? The first thing I would like to do is give mans meaning of prejudiced. 1. Opinion formed beforehand: a performed opinion, usually an unfavorable one, based on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:33-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Servant Leadership

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 21, 2005

Jesus’perspective on servant leadership changes the way we see our our Master, our fellow leaders, and the church members we serve.

Servant Leadership Matthew 20:20-28 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy’s, who died a few years, became a familiar sight to millions in his company’s television commercials. I used to refer to him as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Commandment Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 28, 2005

This final message in the Ten Commandment series looks at Jesus’ response to a question about the greatest commandment. He concludes with one word: love.

THE GREAT COMMANDMENT Matthew 22:35-40 We have explored the liberating limits of the Ten Commandments through several chapters. Now we must conclude by looking at the New Testament passage where Jesus responds to a scholar’s question, “Which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” He sums up the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:35-40, Matthew 22:34-40

The Parable Of The Tenants Series

Contributed by Keith Butler on Jul 29, 2005

This sermon will outline Jesus’ views of Israel’s position in God’s kingdom, and the danger we have of being replaced like Israel.

THE PARABLE OF THE TENANTS Matthew 21:33-44 Key Verse and Theme: “Therefore I tell you the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people who will produce its fruit. He who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, but on whom it falls will be crushed.” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What We're About Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 2, 2005

Our core values as a church help us to understand why we exist and the things that are closest to our heart and upon which we build ministries and programs.

“What We’re About” August 7, 2005 Introduction: "Video clip of Simon Birch." It is the clip where Simon is in church and the pastor is going on about the announcements and he asked, "Does God really care about cookie sales?" For the next two weeks, we will be talking about what makes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Workers

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 4, 2005

A description of the kingdom of God. This parable teaches how fair and just God can be to all who call on Him.

THE PARABLE OF THE WORKERS Matthew 20:1-16 Key Verse and Theme: “But he answered one of them, ‘Friend, I am not being unfair to you. Didn’t you agree to work for a denarius? Take your pay and go. I want to give the man who was hired last the same as I gave you.’” (Matthew 20:13-14) 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Wedding

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 4, 2005

In discussing this parable, we will see it is more important to be clothed with Christ, than it is to be just a part of the banquet.

THE PARABLE OF THE WEDDING Matthew 22:1-14 Key Verse and Theme: “Then the king told the attendants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him outside, into the darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ For many are invited, but few are chosen.” (Matthew 22:13-14) 1. The king ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wedding Feast

Contributed by Carl Finney on Aug 6, 2005

A look at the believers wedding feast

The Wedding Feast Matthew 22:2 – 14 Verses 2-4 “The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son, And sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden to the wedding: and they would not come. Again, he sent forth other servants, saying, Tell them which are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:2-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Goal Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

The Goal is to love God and love others

Purpose Series #1 (Six Sessions on God’s Purpose for Your Life) The GOAL Matthew 22:34-40, John 13:34-35 SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 22:34-40 INTRODUCTION: For the next 6 Sundays we will study together the principles found in “Beginning Life Together.” Our Pueblo groups will be studying the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Last Will Be First Series

Contributed by Tim Adour on Nov 13, 2006

A close look at apparent contradictions in scripture that are really powerful truths to live by. Powerpoint available.

CONTRADICTIONS LESSON II THE FIRST SHALL BE LAST October 15, 2006 IF YOU WERE HERE LAST WEEK YOU ALREADY KNOW WHERE I’M GOING. FOR THOSE WHO WEREN’T HERE LET ME ASK YOU THIS . . . WHEN YOU HEAR THE WORDS “COUNTRY MUSIC,” WHAT DO YOU THINK OF? LAST WEEK I MADE A JOKE SOME DIDN’T FIND FUNNY, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God