Sermons on Matthew 23:1-33:

Servitude Trumps Corruption

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2023

For a priest or Levite, Malachi’s accusation that they had “corrupted the covenant of Levi” was just about the worst word he could throw at them.

Thirty-first Sunday in Course 2023 Today the Church gives us a snippet from St. Paul’s first letter to Thessalonika, and it echoes the sentiment of our psalm. The psalmist assumes an attitude we should all aspire to: “O Lord, my heart is not haughty, my eyes not lifted high; I busy myself not with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-13, Matthew 23:1-12, Malachi 1:8-10, Philippians 2:3

Denomination: Catholic

Humility

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 2, 2023

Because adopting a stance of humility before others is difficult for us, we would rather witness it that show it.

Humility – Matthew 23:1-12 Intro: In the 2004 Olympics, Matt Emmons was competing in the 50-meter three-position rifle event and was just one shot away from winning the gold medal. As he took his position to fire the final shot, all he had to do was hit the target. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Would Jesus Drive A Plymouth?

Contributed by Jody Marsh on Nov 3, 2023

Christians' views on important topics have changed over the years. This sermon will three seismic changes and suggest a reason why we changed our views.

Power Point Slides and Sermon Notes for the Congregation are available. Email jaykaymarsh@yahoo.com Would Jesus Drive A Plymouth? Christians understanding of the Bible has changed over the centuries. For instance, for 1900 years most Christians believed women were inferior to men. They used ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 23:23

Denomination: Adventist

Don't Fake Faith

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 6, 2023

Jesus says the religious leaders are faking faith, s let not fake faith.

“Don’t Fake Faith” Matthew 23:1-12 1. We have heard this somewhere before haven’t we “Fake News”. In our text today Jesus gets the idea there is some folks who are Faking Faith • In this Gospel of Matthew Jesus denounces the scribes and Pharisees they “tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Why The Shepherds?

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 1, 2023

The birth of Christ was not announced to the most influential people in the nation, like political, religious, or military leaders, nor to wealthy merchants and prominent men and women, but to the shepherds. Why? Who are they?

News about the birth of a baby is usually greeted with joy, especially news of the birth of a baby from a kingdom, for example, England. In 2021, Caroline Picard and Charlotte Chilton wrote the article "38 Royal Baby Traditions You Didn't Realize Existed." I will share some of them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, John 10:2-4, 2 Samuel 22:28, Psalm 149:4, Matthew 23:12, 1 Peter 5:5-6, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, John 3:16, John 6:37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting To The Heart

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 13, 2022

Religion is about keeping and maintaining laws and traditions, but Jesus nullifies these rules and regulations in favor of a relationship, and within that relationship all the laws of God are contained and worked out. It is through this relationship that we can get to the heart of God.

Getting To The Heart Watch on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4o5NlL02LPU There is a popular phrase that is used when we want to get to the bottom of something, or of our need to get to the most important aspect of something. We say that we need to get to the heart of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23, Matthew 22:37-39

Denomination: Foursquare

Sermon - The Importance Of How We Live

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 12, 2025

In Proverbs 21:21-24 Solomon tackles once again the importance of how we live. All of us are living a life that is on a path, either to righteousness and kindness, which is the path of wisdom and what God desires, or we take a path toward evil and are separated from God.

Sermon - The Importance of How We Live Scripture - Proverbs 21: 21-24 “Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor. One who is wise can go up against the city of the mighty and pull down the stronghold in which they trust. Those who guard their mouths and their tongues ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:21-24, Romans 5:17, 1 Samuel 16:7, Matthew 23:25-26, Proverbs 18:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Misplaced Trust And The God Who Never Fails

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 28, 2025

This sermon warns against placing our trust in human leaders, reputation, or spiritual gifts, reminding us that true holiness and steadfast faith can only be found by fixing our eyes on Christ alone and walking in humble obedience through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Misplaced Trust and the God who Never Fails Matthew 23:1-10; Acts 8:14-23; 3 John 1:9-10; 1 Samuel 8:1-7; Luke 22:31-34 To be “holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:15) is no light command—it’s a high calling that reaches into every corner of our lives. In the Old Testament alone, Israel was given 613 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-10, Acts 8:14-23, 3 John 1:9-10, 1 Samuel 8:1-7, Luke 22:31-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be Fooled By Those Who Wear Holy Faces On Sunday But Harbor Poison In Their Hearts.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 20, 2025

Not everyone who wears Sunday clothes is a saint; some carry Monday poison....

The Mask of Deception In the realm of the righteous, where the Sunday best is donned with pride, beware the whispers of the wolf in sheep's clothing. For they come bearing gifts of deceit, their outward appearance a contrast to the venom that festers within. The Warning "Beware of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35, Matthew 23:27

Holy Masks

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 3, 2025

True worship begins when performance ends; Jesus frees us from religion’s stage to live honestly before the Father who sees in secret.

If you’ve ever stood backstage before the curtain rises, you know that trembling hush—the buzz, the heartbeat, the thought: Will they like it? That’s performance. And you don’t need a theater to feel it. The biggest stage ever built fits in our pockets. Every post, every selfie, every opinion ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Isaiah 29:13, Matthew 23:27, John 4:23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Why Did God Create Hell? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the difficult topics of God's righteousness, the reality of Hell, and its purpose in God's plan, emphasizing that ignoring these truths does not change their reality.

Good morning, Church Family! Today, we are going to delve deep into a topic that can be uncomfortable, but is absolutely critical to our understanding of the Gospel. We're going to talk about God's righteousness, the reality of Hell, and its purpose in God's plan. Our key verse today is Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:33

Topics: Purpose Of Hell

Be Humble PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2023

Explore the importance of humility in our Christian walk and discuss how we can practically live out this virtue in our daily lives.

Good morning, Church Family! It's a joy to gather with you all today as we delve into the teachings of Jesus on humility. You know, the Christian writer Andrew Murray once said, "Pride must die in you, or nothing of heaven can live in you." That's a powerful statement, isn't it? It underlines the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Topics: Humility

True Hope And False Hope PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023

This sermon explores the difference between true hope, grounded in faith, and false hope, which is superficial and hypocritical, using Matthew 23:27-28 as a guide.

Hello, family! It's a blessing to be with you all today. We're here to talk about something that we all need in our lives - hope. Now, hope can be a tricky thing, can't it? Sometimes it's a beacon in the dark, lighting our way. Other times, it seems to be just out of reach, a mirage in the desert ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27-28

Topics: Avoid Hypocrisy

Easter Preparations - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Todd Blair on Apr 4, 2022

How not to be a Pharisee

Before I start my message this morning, I want to run something past y'all and see what you think. I'm thinking we could start a new type of ministry for our church. I'm thinking we could minister, as we do, to the poor, the addicted and the incarcerated but also add a new ministry to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transformation And Multiplication Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Apr 11, 2022

The ultimate result of Jesus Driven Discipleship is Transformation and Multiplication

April 09, 2022 A disciple is more than one who acquires information from someone who is smarter or more knowledgeable than they. There is the idea of relationship/community/intimacy. A disciple “adheres to” - holds fast to, clings to, bonds to, is attached to, is faithful to - the teacher. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:14, Matthew 4:18-22, Matthew 9:10, Matthew 15:32, Matthew 23:13-39, Acts 4:13, Matthew 19:27, Acts 1:8, James 1:1, 1 Peter 1:1-2, 1 John 1:1-3, John 6:67-69, Matthew 5:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist