Sermons on Matthew 3:7-21:46:

Peace Defined

Contributed by Donald Hart on Feb 25, 2007

Being a peacemaker

Sermon by Donald R. Hart – Antioch Christian Church, Pittsburg, Missouri – February 25, 2007 (All quoted Scripture is from the NIV) PEACE DEFINED Text: Matthew 5:9 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.” INTRODUCTION Two weeks ago I spoke on “Love Defined”, last ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Keys To Heaven

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 26, 2007

Message based on Jesus’ words in Matthew 16:19.

The Keys to Heaven Matthew 16:13-20 February 25, 2007 How many of you have ever been locked out of your car? It’s okay – you can admit it. Frustrating, isn’t it? Okay, maddening. Maybe you can relate Returning home one afternoon with my two daughters, Kimberley, age two, and Kristi, six ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Disciple's Cross

Contributed by Gary Birch on Feb 27, 2007

Following Jesus has become too easy for many people. We like to take the benefits without the discipline and responsibilities. What does it really mean to take up our cross and follow him?

The Italian freedom fighter Garibaldi offered his men only hunger and death to free Italy. Garibaldi had an incredibly committed volunteer army. He would appeal for recruits in these terms: “I offer neither pay, nor quarters, nor provisions; I offer hunger, thirst, forced marches, battles and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

Pictures Of The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Feb 27, 2007

Illustrations and Metaphors for the Kingdom - so we can get a handle on what it is.

Introduction A pastor, known for his lengthy sermons, noticed a man get up and leave during the middle of his message. The man returned just before the conclusion of the service. Afterwards the pastor asked the man where he had gone. "I went to get a haircut," was the reply. "But," said the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Road To Happiness Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Feb 27, 2007

In the Beatitudes Jesus lays out the road to true happiness, not the happiness that the world promises but the happiness, fulfillment and contentment that can only come as we live as God created us to live. This message covers the second of the Beatitude

The Road to Happiness-Matt. 5:4 Sermon On The Mount- Vintage Christianity we are going to go back and look at the core, The way it’s supposed to be. Not what does our culture say it means to follow Christ, not what do I say, not what does our church say, but what did Jesus say it meant to follow ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: *other

You Are The Light In A Dark World

Contributed by Sam Peters on Feb 27, 2007

This message centers on three ways we can let our light shine in a world cast in darkness.

You Are the Light in a Dark World – Matthew 5:13-16 (Sermon on the Mount) 13"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. 14"You are the light of the world. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Looking For A Place To Lay His Head

Contributed by Toby Powers on Apr 12, 2006

Jesus never had a residence here in his ministry. The foxes have holes, the birds nests, but the Son of Man hath not where to lay his head. Even today he is looking for a place to abide... will you provide him a dwelling?

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA The Son of Man Hath No Place to Lay His Head Matthew 8:20 Intro: In this passage of Scripture a man has approached the Lord asking to go with him. He told Jesus he would follow him wherever he would go. Jesus explained to this man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:20

Denomination: Baptist

Wilt Thou Go With This Man?

Contributed by Toby Powers on Apr 12, 2006

It really comes down to this: When the Spirit of God addresses your heart to repent, will you go with Jesus or turn him away?

WILT THOU GO WITH THIS MAN? Genesis 24:51-67 Intro: Abraham is dying. Before he does, he wants to find a bride for his son Isaac. He sends a servant to his homeland to find this bride. The servant does what he was sent to do, and God demonstrates to the servant that Rebekah is the one. For Rebekah, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:51-67, Matthew 16:13-16, John 14:26, John 6:44

Denomination: Baptist

If A Donkey Could Talk

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Apr 13, 2006

What story could hold such importance that it is found in every Gospel? They all record His baptism, the feeding of the 5,000 from five loaves and two fishes, Mary’s anointing of the Lord Jesus, His prayer in the garden of Gethsemane, His betrayal, trial

If a Donkey Could Speak Matthew 21:1-11 One of the few accounts found in all four gospels. What story could hold such importance that it is found in every Gospel? They all record His baptism, the feeding of the 5,000 from five loaves and two fishes, Mary’s anointing of the Lord Jesus, His prayer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guilty, Or Not Guilty

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Apr 15, 2006

This message builds off the qustion: "If being a Christian was against the law, and you were charged for being one, would there be enough evidence to convict you?" 4 points discussing possible types of evidence are used.

For Powerpoint, send a blank e-mail to: notguilty@aweber.com -------------------------------------------- Guilty, or Not Guilty Text: Matthew 7:16-20 By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? [17] Likewise every good tree bears ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Blessed Attitude - A Brief Look Into The Beatitudes

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Apr 16, 2006

The Beatitudes teach us that being blessed is not based on recieving blessing. Being blessed is a matter of having a blessed attitude.

A BLESSED ATTITUDE ”A Brief Look into the Beatitudes” TEXT - Matthew 5:1-12 The principles Jesus is teaching in the text are commonly referred to as the “Beatitudes” because the word “blessed” at the beginning of each verse is translated from the Latin word “Beati” and because this should be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Charismatic

"What Are You Going To Do When The Wind Ceases?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Apr 17, 2006

Simple three point outline with a dynamic truth: 1. Saved by Grace. 2. Kept by Grace. 3. Motivated by Grace!

Title: "What are you going to do when the wind stops?" Introduction: On Wednesday nights at our Church, we have been studying the life and letters of Peter. Our text this past week was from Galations the second chapter. In this text, Paul rebukes Peter for not openly worshipping with the gentile ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

From Triumph To Tragedy

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 17, 2006

Jesus went from triumph to tragedy in a week.

INTRO.- From triumph to tragedy. Those words don’t sound very good, do they? I think we would prefer “from rags to riches.” That sounds better, more exciting, more enchanting. ILL.- Carrie Underwood. Who is she? What did she do? She won the American Idol contest in 2005. Carrie Underwood ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Communication Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 18, 2006

Prayer is a primary ingredient for church growth

(portions of this material is from Dann Spader, Growing a Healthy Church) SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: MATTHEW 7:7-8 TITLE: “THE COMMUNICATION FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. Anyone here hate it when you call someplace and you get one of those computer- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Willing To Hurt" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 19, 2006

Sermon 3 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Years ago when I was writing daily devotions for the inmates at Rio Grande County Jail in Del Norte, Colorado, I did one called “Dove’s Wings” from Psalm 55:6-8. I’d like to use a portion of that by way of introduction today, although ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Orthodox