Sermons on Matthew 26:36-50:

Following Jesus To The Cross #3 - Dead Man Walking Series

Contributed by Mark Thornton on Nov 21, 2001

This is the third message in a series that looks at Jesus final few days before He was crucified. This message considers the anxiety that Jesus was feeling and how He faced His fears on the way to the cross.

INTRODUCTION If you were given a choice, how would you Choose to Die? -- In an accident - quick & relatively painless? -- In your sleep? -- Surrounded by your friends and loved ones? Of course, none of us are given the choice of how we die -- we don’t know until the moment comes. Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-54, Luke 22:42-43

Denomination: *other

Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001

an exposition on Matt ch 26

GETHSEMANE Matthew 26 v. 36 - 46 1. A Place of Great Sorrow v. 37 "and he began to be sorrowful and very heavy" Gethsemane was a garden, two hundred yards from the city wall across the Kidron Valley (a) The Reason for His sorrow (1) His approaching physical pain - on the cross to suffer (2) His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Holiness

Betrayed,tried And Denied Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001

an exposition on Matt ch 26

BETRAYED, TRIED AND DENIED Matthew 26 v. 47 - 75 1. The Lord’s Betrayal v. 47 - 56 see:- (a) The Timing of it -" Gethsemene" (b) The Tragedy of it v. 47 "lo, Judas, one of the twelve" i.e.he was as much saved as the rest of the disciples (c) The Thoughtlessness of it v. 47 "a great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-75

Denomination: Holiness

Power And Control At The Cross Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 8, 2001

Although Jesus appeared to be the least powerful man in Palestine when he was on the cross, He was actually the one in control.

Last week, a U.S. surveillance plane collided with a Chinese fighter jet. The Chinese plane was lost. The American plane was able to make an emergency landing at a nearby air base. Once the plane landed, the Chinese military immediately took the crew into custody. That was eight days ago, and our ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-18, Matthew 26:47-54

Denomination: Baptist

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

What The Death Of Jesus Means To Us

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 14, 2002

Jesus died that we might not have to die spiritually.

WHAT THE DEATH OF JESUS MEANS TO US Matthew 26:45-52 “He humbled Himself and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.” Phil 2:8 In the NT 175 times the death of Christ is mentioned. So all the great doctrines of the Bible are built around this subject. A doctrine that we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:45-52

Denomination: Wesleyan

Planting Five Rows Of P's In Your Garden Of Gethsemane

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 15, 2002

How Jesus did and how we should plant five rows of P’s in our Gethsemane. The five P’s being Participation, Prayer, Persistence, Patience, and Peace.

Planting five rows of P’s in your garden of Gethsemane I. Plant a row of Participation A. Jesus went with his disciples to the garden of Gethsemane. 1. Jesus wanted his friends to support him not only in prayer, but also just by being there. 2. Later on he pleads with them to watch and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Church Of God

Remote Control To God

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 15, 2002

A simple children’s sermon using a remote control to explain prayer to children

Use the remote control and explain all of its intricacies. See what I brought today. It’s a remote control. This is how you change channels. This is how you change the volume. I try to use it on (fill in your wife’s name here) sometimes but it doesn’t work. Show the batteries, where the power ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Mark 11:24

Denomination: Church Of God

Going On A Little Further

Contributed by Gary Merillat on Mar 16, 2002

Using Jesus Gethsemane experience of "going on a little further" He is seen as going further in compassion, commitment and courage.

Going on a Little Further Matthew 26:39 Introduction Illustration: Gordon MacDonald said, “You can tell whether you are becoming a servant by how you act when people treat you like one.” How do you react when you are treated like a servant? I must confess that my reaction isn’t always a prime ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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 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

Lessons From Peter's Life: Lesson 4: Peter Denies Jesus

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 11, 2008

Sometimes the most effective way to learn is from the mistakes of others.

Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Lessons From Peter’s Life Dr. Elmer L. Towns Lesson 4: Peter Denies Jesus February 10, 2008 A. INTRODUCTION:MATTHEW 26:33-35, 69-75 1. Jesus warned that some followers would deny Him. “Smite the shepherd, and the sheep . . . will flee” (v. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:33-75

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Feb 28, 2008

This sermon is about "Prayer" and is part of a series on "Words of Lent’

Finish these sayings: -- “You can’t get blood… out of a turnip” -- “Your goose is… cooked” -- “My life is going to hell…in a hand basket” -- “Don’t get your nose… out of joint” -- Or “your toe in a… jam” -- “Don’t get mad, I’m just busting your… chops” -- “I was to be a… millionaire” -- “Deal or… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: United Methodist