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How Shall You Escape Hell? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 28, 2006

based on 49 ratings

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One of the harshest questions Jesus asked was asked of the Pharisees: "How shall you escape Hell?" As much a byword of legalism as they were, we must be careful we don’t fall into the traps that ensnared them.

OPEN: Down thru the ages, there have been rare occasions when different printings of the Bible have been found to have small errors them · For example in 1653 Christians were upset to find that one Bible which declared: “Know ye not that the UNRIGHTEOUS shall inherit the kingdom of God?” · The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:15-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Humbly Exalted

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 29, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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This sermon speaks to the encouragement of Jesus to live a life of humility which in the presence of God raises us above the norm and exalts our name.

Humbly Exalted – Matthew 23: 1 - 12 Intro: A Texas rancher met up with a Wisconsin dairy farmer. The two men began talking about their land & the dairy farmer told the rancher that he operated his business on 125 acres. The Texas, not to be outdone said, “Yankee, that ain’t nothin. On my ranch ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Promotion Comes To The Humble

Contributed by David Shipman on Nov 5, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 5,884 views

Bible study dealing with humbling ourselves to the Word of God.

Promotion Cometh to the Humble I. Consider and contrast two characters: • Judas – was called a thief, was said of him that he had a devil, • Peter – flesh ruled, mouth got him into trouble, self-seeking  Both had the same opportunity – both had one of the greatest callings (original ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Not To Be A Religious Leader

Contributed by William Mouser on Nov 28, 2005

based on 5 ratings

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In training his disciples to be leaders, Jesus pointed to the religious leaders of his day as examples to avoid.

Psalm 43, Micah 3:5-12, 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13,17-20, Matthew 23:1-12 How Not to be a Religious Leader There’s an old story about three boys who are bragging about rich their dads are. The first boy said, "My dad is so rich. He writes a few paragraphs on a piece of paper. Calls it a poem. And he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Attack Of The Clones

Contributed by Jeff Skinner on Dec 6, 2005

based on 1 rating

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Christians be careful not to make the mistakes of the pharisees and try to make new believers fit YOUR mold of Christianity.

Track 3 Track 4. Track 11. Jesus is talking to the Pharisees Matthew 23 Matthew 23 Religious Fashion Shows 1Now Jesus turned to address his disciples, along with the crowd that had gathered with them. 2"The religion scholars and Pharisees are competent teachers in God’s Law. 3You won’t go wrong ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

Denomination: Holiness

Do You Just Talk A Good Game?

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 13, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 3,555 views

Following Christ calls for realistic action and not just rhetorical rambling

(Based on a message by James W. Moore taken from his book Yes, Lord, I Have Sinned But I Have Several Excellent Excuses) TEXT: MATTHEW 23:23-28 TITLE: “DO YOU JUST TALK A GOOD GAME?” INTRODUCTION: A. Friday was Veteran’s Day 1. Recognize veterans ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pragmatism Within The House Of Faith. By F.martin

Contributed by Frank Martin on Apr 19, 2007

based on 5 ratings

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A look at the traditions of present day church

Pragmatism within the House of Faith. By F.Martin An approach to philosophy which holds that the truth or meaning of a statement is to be measured by its practical (i.e., pragmatic) consequences. A man stands within the confines of his office looking out at the gathered multitude. He is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Woe To Those Who Don't Believe

Contributed by David Rogers on Apr 20, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 4,950 views

A sermon dealing with people who call themselves Christians but the really don’t believe that God says what He means and means what He says.

Woe to those who don’t believe Bro. David Rogers Pastor Bethlehem Baptist Church Winona Ms Matthew 23:1-39 Prayer Introduction Years ago, I heard a story about a preacher who went to a small town to preach a series of gospel sermons. His attempt was to evangelize that little town. He preached for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

Blessings By Obedience

Contributed by Greg Newton on Feb 27, 2004

based on 7 ratings

| 8,148 views

God desires to bless those who will walk in obedience to His word and the promises that He has given us. Living in the Blessings, means to walk in obedience

“Blessing by obedience” Intro: As difficult it may seem for people to receive the truth, our finances generally mark the position of our spiritual walk with God. If we cannot learn to trust in the Lord for our finances then what makes us believe that we can trust Him for the rest of our life, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-7, Matthew 23:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Why Do People Reject Jesus Christ?" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Mar 11, 2004

based on 31 ratings

| 9,015 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

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

Anaias And Saphira - Wasn't It Just A Tad Ott To Kill Them?

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004

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A look at the story of Ananias and Saphira to see that God treats sin seriously and that we are called to be people of Integrity

Introduction Have any of you seen the movie Catch Me If You Can. I have to say before I say it I thought it was recipe for disaster. I mean it starred Leonardo Di Capreo. But actually it turned out to be quite good. It’s the true story of Frank Abignail, who as a teenager runs away from home and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11, Matthew 23:23-28

Denomination: Holiness

Part 4: When Your Pride Is Showing Series

Contributed by Brad Froese on Aug 30, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 3,954 views

As sanctified vessels we all have days we just don’t hold our “holy water” very well. One of our major faults is the life-altering sin called pride.

Last week we learned that as Christians, we’re all like vases: vessels designed to be used in the house of God, and as vessels we’re called to be sanctified: set aside as holy vessels, for noble use in the house of God… To be used for God’s purposes, in His Kingdom. Unfortunately, all of us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Really Matters Series

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 9, 2004

based on 7 ratings

| 5,577 views

This sermon discusses two core values that God wants us to have... substance and faith.These two are important in understanding His heart.

What God Values Matthew 23:23,25 Are you familiar with the term: Values Clarification? It is a process in which individuals, groups and corporations engage, in order to discover what are the basic, fundamental, bedrock beliefs and values on which they are built. It is a process that helps you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

"Could I Be A Pharisee?

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 10, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 5,110 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

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-33

Denomination: United Methodist

"Let The Redeemed Of The Lord Say So”

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 21, 2004

based on 119 ratings

| 50,670 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

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-3, Matthew 23:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

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