Sermons on Matthew 4:16-17:

Lay, Ordained, And Orders Called To Follow Him

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 19, 2023

no matter our position in the church, we are all called to follow Jesus

Matthew 4:12-23 Many stories within the Bible are known as ‘call stories.’ A call story tells how God invites someone to become something new and unexpected. God calls this person to begin and not only begin but persist so that this new thing can occur. One day Andrew, Simon, James, and John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Episcopal

Identical Messages

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 3, 2021

Why did John the Baptist and Jesus preach the same message?

1. Message of the King 1930 King George was to address the opening session of the Naval Conference in London. Radio was in its infancy, but through this media the king’s message was to be carried around the world. Just before the king was to go on the air, Walter Vivian, a young engineer of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:2, Matthew 4:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Already, But Not Yet

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 23, 2022

What are the kingdom of heaven and the kingdom of God? Where are they located? Does knowing hold any significance for the believer? The kingdom was part of Jesus' message, and it should be a part of our message too.

I have entitled our message this morning “Already, But Not Yet.” This sermon title may sound a bit strange; however, it will soon make sense. I am going to have us focus on the topic of the kingdom, and see if we can identify its location. Many of us will probably say, “Well, that’s easy! The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17, Matthew 4:23, Matthew 6:9-10, Matthew 16:19

Denomination: Baptist

32) Becomming A Fisher Of Men Series

Contributed by Brandon Max on Feb 27, 2022

Jesus called those who were Fishermen to become "Fishers of Men". This signified the spiritual focus they were to have in their lives as they followed Christ. Their true calling involved more than seeking to catch fish with a net, it involved catching men’s souls through the Gospel.

32) BECOMMING A FISHER OF MEN Text: TEXT: Luke 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION As our weekly study continues concerning: “...those things most surely believed among us” (Lk 1:1), We have recently been exploring what the Scriptures teach about the true Gospel of Jesus Christ. And as we have seen together ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Mark 1:14-20, Matthew 4:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Kingdom Part 8 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 10, 2021

In this message we examine what Jesus taught about the sixth commandment. While the commandment says we should not kill, Jesus explains the true intent of the commandment - unjust anger.

Living In The Kingdom Part 8 Scripture: Matthew 4:17; 5:21-26; 15:19; Romans 7:14; Mark 11:25 This morning we will continue with my series “Living in the Kingdom.” I want to thank Pastor Fulks for covering for me the last two Sundays while I was traveling. As I shared with you the last time I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17, Matthew 5:21-26, Romans 7:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"I Will Make You Fishers Of Men”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 5, 2022

There are some things in the Bible that people sometimes feel they can be justified in saying, “I do not understand what that passage means.”

In those cases, we feel that God is not going to hold them responsible. However, some passages even the new convert can understand and obey. We know God does hold us responsible, and we will give account for those things we do understand. For example, the Bible clearly teaches that every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

"I Will Make You Fishers Of Men”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

There are some things in the Bible that people sometimes feel they can be justified in saying, “I do not understand what that passage means.”

In those cases, we feel that God is not going to hold them responsible. However, some passages even the new convert can understand and obey. We know God does hold us responsible, and we will give account for those things we do understand. For example, the Bible clearly teaches that every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Preparation For Jesus Coming (Advent)

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 3, 2022

We say that we are ready, but Are we Truly Ready? Have we done everything possible within our abilities to DO what GOD has commanded of us? HE is faithful as HE has promised, to help us. Let us examine what it is to prepare.

2022.12.04. Stewards of the Mysteries Prepare for THE WAY William Akehurst, HSWC Advent: Hope, Preparation, Joy, Love 2nd Sunday: Preparation We as servants of Christ, are stewards of the Mysteries of GOD. We must prepare and be prepared. ADVENT Preparation is turning to GOD in Trust, placing ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11, 1 Peter 3:15, John 14:6, Hebrews 12:1-2, John 3:16-17, Matthew 26:41, Matthew 4:17, Matthew 10:7, Matthew 28:19-20, Matthew 24:42, Hebrews 10:23-25, 2 Timothy 2:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Third Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A- Fishers Of Men

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 16, 2022

The goal is to lead a person to acknowledge Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Later will come baptism and R.C.I.A.

Off the coast of Maine lies an island so small that the surrounding ocean can be seen from any point on the island. A visitor to the Sunday school class asked the children, "How many of you," he asked, "have ever seen the Atlantic Ocean?" To his surprise, not a single hand went ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17, Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Catholic

Working Together To Fish For People

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 2, 2015

The apostle Paul tells us that we have to work together and be united in their faith in Christ. When we work together to fish for people, we can do great things.

Good morning boys and girls! How many of your have ever gone fishing? What do you have to take with you when you go fishing? Suppose you forgot to take one of these things with you? Would you be able to catch any fish? Everything you need to go fishing works together to help you catch fish. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Anglican

A Light In The Darkness Series

Contributed by Tim White on Dec 1, 2015

The region that Jesus began His ministry brings to us some great truth about the Kingdom of God.

A Light in the Darkness Matthew 4:12-17 Ill. Driving through Texas, a New Yorker collided with a truck carrying a horse. A few months later he tried to collect damages for his injuries. "How can you now claim to have all these injuries?" asked the insurance company's lawyer. "According to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Beginning Ministry Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jan 4, 2016

The beginning of Christ's ministry here on earth. The pivotal event was the arrest of John the Baptist.

I. Introduction A. A little old lady sold pretzels on a street corner for 25 cents each. Every day a young man would leave his office building at lunch time and, as he passed her pretzel stand, he would leave her a quarter, but would never take a pretzel. This went on for more than five years. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

To Whom Has The Kingdom Of Heaven Come Near?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 26, 2016

Who is Israel?

To Whom Has the Kingdom of Heaven Come Near? Matthew 4:17-25 Last week we looked at the passage about the three temptations of Jesus. We mentioned that Jesus was re-enacting the wandering of the Israelites in the Wilderness. When we read about their journey, we discover that they were always ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-25, Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Focused Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 20, 2015

Following his baptism Jesus is led into the wilderness by the Holy Spirit and is tempted by Satan. His temptation helps him to focus on who he is and what he has been called to do.

Matthew 4:1-17 “Focused” INTRODUCTION It is interesting to see how Hollywood has interpreted the temptation of Jesus. The truth is that we don’t know exactly what happened. No one was present with Jesus, in the wilderness, to record what actually took place. There were no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Sermon On The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 9, 2021

The Kingdom of God or the Kingdom of Heaven as it is also referred to is defined in Christianity by Encyclopedia Britannica as: “The spiritual realm over which God reigns as king, or the fulfilment on Earth of God’s will.

Carl Frederick Buechner an American writer, novelist, poet, autobiographer, essayist, preacher and theologian once remarked: “If we only had eyes to see and ears to hear and wits to understand, we would know that the Kingdom of God in the sense of holiness, goodness, beauty is as close as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15, Luke 17:21, Matthew 4:17