Sermons on Matthew 3:17-18:

Key To Bible Books

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Dec 15, 2011

Key to Understanding Bible Contents

Every book of the Bible has a key to understanding its contents The New Testament is the most vital book in the world. The Old Testament leaves us with us with without the light that you need. And if read alone we would find the the Old Testament is a book of UNEXPLAINED CEREMONIES, UNACHIEVED ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Break The Hidden Link

Contributed by George Warner on Jun 3, 2020

ADVICE FOR MEN

There is much evidence that knowledge affects prayer. It seems the less someone knows the more time they will spend praying to God for impossibilities. In James 1:5 the Bible admonishes us to ask God for wisdom. And in the Old testament Apocrypha the book called the Wisdom of Solomon explains much ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5

The Biblical Basis For Discipleship Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 10, 2022

Based on Matthew 9:35-10:4 - Encourages hearers to realize that all Christ-followers are called to be a part of Great Commission work.

“THE BIBLICAL BASIS FOR DISCIPLESHIP” Matthew 9:35-10:4 FBCF – 1/9/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – The word “Why”, means “For what? For what reason, cause, or purpose?” - Can be a one-word response to a statement or a request – “Can you stop by my office?” “Why?” Asking, “What’s the reason?” - Take car to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The Refugee

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Dec 26, 2015

Christmas message based on Matthew 2 where Herod tries to kill Jesus

“Jesus The Refugee” Introduction: Washington Post article (Dec 24, 2015) - Infertility, divorce, shame, mass murder, astrologers, injustice and doubt: these are a few of the topics that appear in the birth narratives of Matthew and Luke, but it is unlikely that they will feature in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Geneology Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 29, 2010

Often we moan when we come to the geneologies, but they are more exciting then we might think.

Intro: 1. Back in 1988, a man selling costume Jewelry approached Tanya Tokevich, and she ended up buying a ring for $ 20 dollars. She said, "It didn't look like much, it was dull, but I just thought it was nice." Later she decided to get it appraised it turned out to be an antique ring with a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

And When You Fast Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 19, 2020

Sermon based on Matthew 6:16-18 - Encourages the hearers to practice fasting as a spiritual discipline.

“AND WHEN YOU FAST” Matthew 6:16-18 FBCF – 10/18/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Fasting is all the rage these days. Typed “fasting” into Google. Didn’t find anything related to any type of Christian fasting until I got to the 8th page. Tons of websites dedicated to intermittent fasting for weight loss, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Is Alive

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 7, 2023

The greatest news the world has ever heard: He Is Not Here, He Is Risen!

HOPE IS ALIVE Matthew 28 Introduction The greatest news the world has ever heard: He Is Not Here, He Is Risen! Matthew ends his gospel with the staggering news of the resurrection. We should never let this get old in our hearts. In Matthew 28 Angels testified Roman Guards fainted Women ran to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The External Disciplines Of The Faith Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016

Understanding the disciplines in everyday Christian life.

Series: Discipline – Week 3 Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21; Matthew 20:26-28 Title: The External Disciplines of the Faith Focus: Establishment of Spiritual Disciplines Introduction: The desire at Velocity is for every teenager to invest his or her life daily to walking with Christ. At Velocity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Greater Things - The Great Provide Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Dec 13, 2018

A new sermon series - 4 Greatest Teachings of Christ

Greater Things – The Great Provide 8/9/15 Matthew 11:1-30 (28-30) Sunday AM Bumper – Howell Tucker Testimony God is doing great things in our church – and I believe He wants to do even greater things. This AM, we’re starting a series entitled, Greater Things – focusing on the (4) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is In The House Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION JESUS IS IN THE HOUSE A. Mark 2:1-2 (READ) ILLUSTRATION: In churches where I have ministered over the years, on Sunday nights after evening worship we would head over to either our house or another member’s house for a FAMILY DEVOTIONAL. All the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stop And Smell The Roses

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 12, 2025

Matthew 6

STOP AND SMELL THE ROSES (MATTHEW 6:25-34) While cruising at 40,000 feet, the airplane shuddered and Mr. Benson looked out the window. “Good lord!” he screamed, “one of the engines just blew up!” Other passengers left their seats and came running over; suddenly the aircraft was rocked by a second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Come & See! Go & Tell!

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 21, 2025

Easter sermon based on Matthew 28:1-7 - Challenges hearers to come & see the cross, the tomb, & the stone. Then go & tell that Jesus is alive!

“COME & SEE! GO & TELL!” Matthew 28:1-7 FBCF – 4/20/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – 2 things we’ve been praying about for today: That those who are here today who have never truly trusted in Christ alone for their salvation will be blown away by the love, GRACE, & mercy of God & be saved ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Called Levi-Matthew Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 11, 2025

Levi, also called Matthew, was a publican who collected Roman taxes from the Jews. One day Jesus came by Matthew's tax-collection site and said two simple words, "Follow Me". Levi did just that!

When Jesus Called Levi-Matthew, Luke 5 (This message is based on a sermon I preached at New Hope Baptist Church near Fulton, MO, on February 9, 2025 but is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: The Lord Jesus Christ picked 12 men to be His followers. We know the occupations of four (James, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, And Thomas - Faith, Doubt, And Devotion (Matthew 10:3)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 24, 2025

These four men make up the second group of apostles who were chosen by the Lord Jesus to preach the Gosepl These four men came from backgrounds of devotion, doubt, and isolation, yet Jesus chose them to be His followers commissioned to present the Gospel to the world.

The names of Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, and Thomas are listed after the inner circle of Peter, James, and John. Jesus called Philip personally, showing that He is the “seeking Savior”. Philip was from Bethsaida, the home of Peter and Andrew. These men had probably known each other all their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:12, Luke 19:10, John 1:43, John 9:35

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 18:11 – The Lost Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jul 17, 2016

Jesus came to save those who are LOST (Matthew 18:11, Luke 19:10) whatever that means. A man in his 90’s recently asked me “Who are those who are lost? Save them from what?” Because whatever lost means, Jesus came to save them from it, This is important.

Matthew 18:11 – THE LOST THING Sometimes we discover that not everything fits into the secure boxes in which our perspectives are housed. Our spiritual curiosity is not simply drawn to those things that are easily explained but mostly to those things that defy conformity. The dull colour ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational