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  • William Baeta avatar

    Humility

    Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 1, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 27,302 views

    “But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted” Matt. 23:11-12.

    Theme: Humility Text: Mal. 1:14, 2:8-10; 1 Thess. 2:7-9, 13; Matt. 23:1-12 God has a divine plan for each person’s life. This plan, however, can only be fulfilled when one totally depends on God and this is only possible when one lives a life of humility. It is humility that allows us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Order Of Respect

    Contributed by Paul Kallan on Nov 2, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,634 views

    Respect and Honour are to be earned rather than to be demanded.

    The gospel passage Mt 23.1-12 speaks to the hearts of many people, especially, those who feel dominated and oppressed by others. Jesus turns himself harshly against those who try to put themselves up over others and lord over them. He is quite clear of the consequences of a social order that ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Danny Moss avatar

    "Why Do People Reject Jesus Christ?" Series

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Mar 11, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 9,000 views

    This is sermon #3 in my series on Passion Week. It answers the question-"Why Do People Reject Jesus Christ?" This is Day 3 of Passion Week- A Day of Controversy. Jesus is attacked and challenged. He answers His enemies with stunning rebuke.

    Passion Week Day 3(Tuesday)before the crucifiction, A Day of Controversy and Personal Attacks. Text: Matthew 23:1-39 Title: "Why Do People Reject Jesus Christ?" Introduction- This morning, we will be considering Day 3 of Passion Week, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Luke avatar

    You Might Be A Hypocrite

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,610 views

    A quick examination of hypocrisy in our lives

    (adapted from a message by Jeff Faull) TEXT: MATTHEW 23:1-23 TITLE: “YOU MIGHT BE A PHARISEE IF...” INTRODUCTION: A. You might be a member of the Christian church/churches of Christ if... 1. If you were an adult before you knew that guide, guard and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Could I Be A Pharisee?

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 10, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,096 views

    The Church of the 21st century needs to evaluate itself in terms of Christ’s judgments and demands.

    Matthew 23:1-4, 23-28, 33 “Could I Be A Pharisee?” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview UMC, www.parkview-umc.org When Ben was a lot younger, he asked me an intriguing theological question—to which I had no answer. “Why,” he asked, “did God create chiggers, ticks, and gnats?” Anyhow, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    "Let The Redeemed Of The Lord Say So”

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 21, 2004
    based on 119 ratings
     | 50,640 views

    Every child of God needs to take a close look at the “who, what, where, when and why” of sharing their witness of salvation with everyone they meet.

    “LET THE REDEEMED OF THE LORD SAY SO” “Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever. Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, Whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy, And gathered out of the lands, From the east and from the west, From the north and from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Russell avatar

    A Reality Check

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,844 views

    Examining what it means to live a "real" and authentic Christian life

    The text reveals four characteristics that describe a "real" Christian - a believer who not only talks the talk, but walks the walk. By asking four questions we can give ourselves a realtiy check. 1. Are you HONEST? (v. 3) We must be honest in the way we live our lives. Message paraphrase: "But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Perryman avatar

    The Giant Of Religion Series

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on Jun 5, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,131 views

    Today we are going to look at a very cruel giant, the giant of religion

    INTRO: A young girl became a Christian in an exciting revival at her church and was baptized the closing Sunday morning. That afternoon she ran through the house singing and dancing. Her sour grandfather rebuked her with these words, “You ought to be ashamed of yourself. You just joined the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Could I Be A Pharisee?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 30, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,214 views

    A sermon about learning to be authentic Chrisitians.

    Matthew 23:1-6, 13-15, 23-28, 33 “Could I Be A Pharisee?” by: Rev. Ken Sauer, pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org The Apostle Paul wrote to the Church in Rome: “You yourselves are our letter…known and read by everybody.” Today he might drop the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Michael B. Perrott avatar

    Words Of Wisdom

    Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Nov 1, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,119 views

    Jesus’ words about servanthood are a call for the church to offer freedom to those that are suffering with ’Heavy burdens, hard to bear’

    Matthew 23:1-12 ‘Words of Wisdom’ 1. In my study I have a pin-board on the wall, with notes of things I need to do (and should have done!) and with schedules for meetings, preaching rotas, lists of lectionary readings – and most importantly (amongst all the day-to-day things) my ‘Words of Wisdom’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Daniel Haas avatar

    Partners In Service

    Contributed by Daniel Haas on Nov 1, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,520 views

    Listening to the right teacher makes you a wonderful partner in service.

    - Authorities helpful in our lives: parents, teachers, leaders - you better not always do what they tell you, try responsible listening instead - try responsible listening instead - Priesthood of Believers: We are all teachers. - phylacteries and fringes = tefilin and bangs - ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Jesus Hates Hypocrisy Even More Than You Do! Part 1: The Need For Humility

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 7, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,865 views

    First message looking at the "woes" that Jesus brings down on the Pharisees and religious leaders during Holy Week

    Jesus Hates Hypocrisy Even More Than You Do!  Part 1 - The Need for Humility Matthew 23:1-12 October 19, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me/We: I’m willing to bet that no one likes a hypocrite. At least no one I know ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • John White avatar

    Jesus Goes To Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by John White on Mar 15, 2008
     | 6,630 views

    Examining the lessons we can learn from the day Jesus enters His city, Jerusalem.

    Jesus Goes To Jerusalem Matt. 21:1-17 Jesus’ road to Calvary was deliberately foreordained. Paul tells us Jesus arrived on schedule to complete His mission as planned on planet earth. "But when the fullness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, To ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Kelly avatar

    How To Lose Friends And Inflame Enemies Series

    Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,064 views

    Ever wonder what it would be like to meet Jesus in person? The Pharasees did and it was an uncomfortable experience to say the least!

    How to Lose Friends and Inflame Enemies Series: One on One With the Master February 28, 2010 Let me ask you a question. What do you think is the greatest threat to the church today? Persecution? Atheism? Materialism? No… Hypocrisy! Hypocrisy has done more to turn people away from God ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    Johanan The Rabbi Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 18, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,871 views

    A narrative monolouge reply from a Rabbi who was present at the Temple to hear the words of Jesus spoken in Matthew 23. To highlight why Jesus had an issue with the Teachers of the Law and Pharisees, that he was concerned for their legalism.

    Matthew 23, 22/08/2010 Jesus was to address the Pharisees and the Teachers of the Law at the Temple. This occurred during the week preceding the crucifixion of Jesus. Jesus mentions seven woes, The Pharisees were a legalistic and separatistic group who strictly, but often hypocritically, kept the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army