Sermons on Matthew 26:31-67:

The Cup And The Clock

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Mar 18, 2002

As we think on these things, there are two images that I want you to put your mind on today. One is a cup; the other is a clock.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Julius Caesar said “It is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are willing to endure pain with patience.” And Jesus Christ, the Son of God knew that he would offer up the supreme sacrifice for the world and He would have to do that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39, Mark 14:36

How To Experience The Meaning Of Holy Week--A Palm Sunday Message

Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 18, 2002

A Palm Sunday message to prepare people for the Holy Week.

THE MEANING OF HOLY WEEK About 2000 years ago an event occurred in the Middle East that changed the world permanently. We’ll never be the same again. In fact, we date our calendars by this event. Every time you write a date, you’re using the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ as the focal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:59-68

Denomination: Methodist

How Empty?how Full?how Much? Series

Contributed by Michael Schwer on Mar 19, 2002

A Sermon which spurs us to consider the condition of our hearts each time we approach God in prayer and devotion. It causes us to examine the state of our heart.

How Empty? How Full? How Much? Matthew 26:39 Introduction [Hook] When ordering a drink at a restaurant – would you really care how clean the glass was once it was offered to you? (Have two clear glasses, one with remanents of “crud” and one that is clean. Get a picture of water. Fill both ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sacrifice Of Jesus

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 21, 2002

The sorrow, struggle and submission of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane.

THE SACRIFICE OF JESUS For most part of the Gospel accounts, we see the charming side of Jesus - His power to heal the sick; His compassion for the weak and poor; the authority He has when He preached the Word of God. We don’t often see Jesus struggling in sorrow. Today, we’re looking at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Matthew 26:57-75

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Easter - What Did God Feel

Contributed by John Gullick on Mar 27, 2002

A Good Friday sermon that asks what God felt and how we should respons.

MT 26:45 Then he returned to the disciples and said to them, "Are you still sleeping and resting? Look, the hour is near, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. 46 Rise, let us go! Here comes my betrayer!" MT 26:47 While he was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:45-61

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Weight Of The World

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Apr 2, 2002

This is the first message in a series on the most important day in the most important life ever lived; we walk with Jesus to Calvary.

¡§The Most Important Day In the Most Important Life Ever Lived!¡¨ ¡§The Weight of the World¡¨ Matthew 26:36-46; Luke 22:43-44 February 3, 2002 Series Intro: I haven¡¦t watched the show, but I¡¦ve seen the promos and I have inside sources who tell me what it is about; the show is called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:43-44, Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Denying Jesus

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Apr 2, 2002

This is the second message in a series on the most important day in the most important life ever lived; we walk with Jesus to Calvary!

¡§The Most Important Day In the Most Important Life Ever Lived!¡¨ ¡§Denying Jesus¡¨ Matthew 26:31-35; 51-58; 69-75 February 17, 2002 The most important day in the most important life ever lived was the day Jesus died on Calvary¡¦s cross that our sin debt might be paid. It is a day worthy of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-75

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"God's Will In Prayer" Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Sep 10, 2001

Three affirmations we make to God when we pray for his Kingdom reign to come.

Back in 1994 Disney released a movie called "Iron Will." It’s the story about a teenager named Will Stoneman who enters a marathon dog-sled race from Winnipeg, Canada to St. Paul Minnesota. Since Will’s father just died leaving the family in financial straights, Will enters the race to save his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Revelation Of The Flesh Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 20, 2002

how Jesus revealed to the Disciples how weak they really are

The Revelation of the Flesh Matthew 26: 31 Then Jesus told them, “This very night you will all fall away on account of me, for it is written: ”‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’ 32 But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee.” 33 Peter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-56

Denomination: Lutheran

The Revelation Of The Christ Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 27, 2002

how Christ reveals to the Sanhedrin that he is the CHrist

The Revelation of the Christ John 18: Then the detachment of soldiers with its commander and the Jewish officials arrested Jesus. They bound him 13 and brought him first to Annas, who was the father-in-law of Caiaphas, the high priest that year. 14 Caiaphas was the one who had advised the Jews ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:62-68

Denomination: Lutheran

Solitude Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 15, 2001

A series of sermons based on Richard Foster’s book "Celebration of Discipline." A top 10 book for any Christian!

CELEBRATION OF DISCIPLINE: SOLITUDE MATTHEW 26:36-46 INTRODUCTION There is great value in being in solitude. I hope that I can convince you of this today. I do not know if you realize this or not, but Jesus used solitude much during His life and ministry. He did not get by Himself in order ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Ecclesiastes 3:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wake Up!

Contributed by David Campbell on Aug 11, 2001

Standing at the thresh-hold of amazing changes, do we tend to fall asleep?

"WAKE UP" Matthew 26: 36-46 Pastor Dave Campbell Take a walk with me to the edge of the Garden of Gesthemane, but you will need to remove your shoes because we are treading on holy ground. Jesus is in travail of soul as He communes with His Father as a Roman cross awaits Him the next day. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, 1 Thessalonians 5:6

Denomination: Apostolic

Bad Boys: Judas Iscariot Series

Contributed by Lance Bane on Aug 14, 2001

This message is encouraging young people to avoid living life on the edge of destruction by using biblical characters as a reference.

Text: Matthew 26.14-16, 26.49-50 A kiss: a symbol of love and affection. A kiss on the cheek in these bible times was a symbol of friendship and affection. I want you to hold your kiss (hersheys kiss candy)till later for me, but what is that causes a man who has seen the intimate details of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16, Matthew 26:49-50

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Was In The Cup?

Contributed by C Matthews on Aug 15, 2001

What did Jesus really see in the cup of his Father’s will while praying at Gethsemane?

What Was In The Cup? Several years ago I had an uncle that was in the hospital preparing for open heart surgery. I went into his hospital room early on the morning of surgery and we talked a little about the surgery and I asked him if he was scared. He responded quickly with, "No!" He told me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Claims Of Jesus

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. At Caesarea-Philippi, Jesus asked his disciples a very important question ............. "Who do people say the Son of Man is?" a. "John the Baptist, Elijah, Jeremiah, one of prophets." b. "You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God" (Peter). 2. If Jesus were to ask his disciples ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:62-66