Sermons on Matthew 5:22-7:8:

Trickle Down Spirituality (The Remake)

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Mar 9, 2009

Matthew 6:33 is a foundational verse - about "trickle down spirituality" - this is a revised version of a message first delivered in 1998

Trickle Down Spirituality – The Remake TCF Sermon February 8, 2009 I was a little bit embarrassed and a more than a little bit ashamed last week, when Jim Garrett pointed out how weak my anointing to preach was, and the fact that I use powerpoint to cover up this hideous secret. Of course, he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Catalyst For Hope

Contributed by Mark Evans on Mar 9, 2009

A Stimulus to Change; somebody or something that makes a change happen or brings about an event.

Catalyst For Hope! The nightly newscasts are broadcasting messages that stir emotions of fear, doubt, and uncertainly. Let me encourage you to maintain a positive and realistic perspective. Choose To Be A Catalyst For Hope. A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Laid Back Ping-Pong Prayer Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 26, 2008

Spiritual growth involves playing a sort of ping-pong with God, a casual back and forth exchange between God and the believer.

Laid Back Ping-Pong Prayer (Matthew 6:7) [Note: I did not get through this entire sermon in my 30 minute time slot, so a "part two" will follow] 1. Memorial Day is an interesting holiday. 2. Wikipedia tells us this about Memorial Day: 3. "Memorial Day is a United States Federal Holiday that is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Kingdom Heart Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 27, 2008

Part 3 of a 13 week series Hearing Jesus Again. This message looks at the importance of the heart when it comes to the way we live and make choices.

The Kingdom Heart Part 3 in series Hearing Jesus Again Wildwind Community Church David Flowers May 17, 2008 People live from the heart. We just do. We were meant to. God created us to be people with emotions, with feelings, and those feelings were intended to guide us into living the “good” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:25-48

Denomination: Free Methodist

Do Not Worry

Contributed by Paul Zwarich on May 28, 2008

This sermon highlights a person who had been graced by God to mourn without bitterness, to sorrow without anger, to trust without resentment, and to rest in the peace of Christ which surpasses every man’s understanding.

Lectionary 8 Matthew 6:24-34 Money! One thing that I have learned as a Pastor is that people worry about money. Even when I meet with couples that are planning to get married money is a number one concern. Worrying about money is said to be one of the biggest concerns in our society today. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Lutheran

One To One Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 2, 2008

A study on private prayer.

1. HYPOCRISY IS EXPOSED “when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men”. The word for “hypocrites” means an actor or showman. Jesus was most likely referring to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Discipline Of Simplicity Series

Contributed by Sue Richard on Jun 5, 2008

Simple living is freeing based on Matthew 6

The Discipline of Simplicity Mt 6: 19-21, 25, 31-34 May 11, 08 Today is not a Simple day. -First, it’s MOTHER’S DAY and we’ve recognized mothers. - It is also Pentecost Sunday and we’ve sung about the gift of God’s Holy Spirit to us. -Then today is the Sunday that we’re introducing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Brethren

What Do You Do With Conflict?

Contributed by Gregg Rustulka on Jun 7, 2008

Conflict in our lives enslave us and prevent us from staying focused on God’s plan for us daily ... so when it comes God shows us what to do with conflict.

What Do You Do With Conflict? Scripture: Matt. 20:20-25a. Conflict is a matter of fact. It is something all people have experience in. Conflict is a reflexive response that occurs when someone says or does something that is not considered acceptable by another person’s standard. There are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20-25

Denomination: Nazarene

The Life Of Private Prayer Series

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 7, 2008

When you think of prayer do you think of those public prayers that people make. Do you compare yourself with those who give wonderful lengthy prayers? The importance should not be put on your public prayer life.

The Life of Private Prayer CH (CPT) Keith J. Andrews All Scripture Marked ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001. Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. When you think of prayer do you think of those public prayers that people make. Do you compare yourself with those who give wonderful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

Daddy Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 9, 2008

This sermon examines the opening sentence of The Lord’s Prayer - "Our Father which art in heaven".

INTRODUCTION Jesus introduces The Lord’s Prayer with the words “After this manner therefore pray ye”. It is “houtôs oun” in the Greek, meaning “along these lines”. Jesus is not telling us that we must recite this prayer. He is simply giving us a model to follow. TEXT “Our Father which art in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Our Father Which Art In Heaven

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jun 9, 2008

The right kind of father can be a child’s best teacher about God. A good father is a happy combination of strength and tenderness, righteousness and mercy. The wrong kind of father can cripple a child’s emotional and spiritual well-being. Today I want

Our Father Which Art in Heaven Matthew 6:9 Intro It is difficult for some people to love God because they have been deprived of an earthly father whom they could love sincerely and steadfastly. The right kind of father can be a child’s best teacher about God. A good father is a happy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

Satisfying The Father Hunger Within

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 10, 2008

Our heavenly Father can and will satisfy the Father hunger within us.

Satisfying the Father Hunger Within Intro: Today we are reminded of one of the greatest needs that can be found in our world and our community. “It is being recognized more and more. Its effects are being felt over several generations. It is repairable only by the men in our society. It is within ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:44-48

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Worry, Be Happy Series

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

Why do we worry about so much when Jesus is committed to caring for our needs?

Cornerstone Church 02/10/08 “Don’t Worry, Be Happy!” Matthew 6:25-34 This morning we begin a New Series Propelled by Prayer “Where the power to carry on comes from” a 7 week walk with Jesus In the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Lord, Teach Us To Pray Series

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

Christians will not stay spiritually fit without making prayer part of their regular workout routine!

Cornerstone Church February 19, 2006 “Prayer 101 – Lord, Teach Us to Pray” Series LESSON 1: “LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY.” Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Praise His Holy Name Series

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

God alone is worthy of our praise and our adoration.

Cornerstone Church February 26, 2006 “Prayer 101 - Lord, Teach Us To Pray” Series LESSON 2: “PRAISE HIS HOLY NAME” Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Evangelical Free