Sermons on Matthew 6:18:

The Applause Of Heaven

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. Introduction 1.

A. Introduction 1. There is a biblical doctrine of r __ __ __ __ __ __. It holds that, since God is absolutely and perfectly just, He must punish evil and reward what is good. a. Proverbs 24:11-12 [ NIV ] Rescue those being led away to death; hold back those staggering towards slaughter. If you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Treasure Hunt

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 1, 2000

Trust in God, not riches.

Treasure Hunt Matthew 6:19-24 "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. [20] "But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not break in or steal; [21] for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-24

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting - Is It Biblical For Today?

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 29, 2000

Is fasting Biblical for the Church Age believer, especially the way so many Christians practice it?

FASTING - IS IT BIBLICAL FOR TODAY? (Matthew 6:17-18) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/fasting.html] SCRIPTURAL REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING FASTING: In Matthew 6:16-17, Jesus condemned the Pharisees because they fasted in a way that showed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:17-18, Matthew 9:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Practice Makes Perfect Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 25, 2003

What are some things that Jesus wants us to put into practice (Matthew 7:24) so that we can present attractive bait?

Sermon for 8/24/2003 Matthew 7:24-27 Practice Makes Perfect Introduction: A. I play basketball on Monday nights with Dean. I am not a great player. I do it to keep my figure. B. This past Monday we started out with 30 guys. Some of them got frustrated and left. We began at 6:45 and at 7:30 we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18, Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fasting And Prayer

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 24, 2002

An in-depth guide to fasting and prayer, in the Christian’s life.

We are living in a society that ranks “eating” as the number one passion. A. We could take the whole time just naming these places...pizza, roast beef, fried chicken, hamburgers, Greek food.....and-on-and-on. 1. We have been programmed to eat at set times. a. There may be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tooting Your Own Horn Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 26, 2002

Are actions without the right attitude and motives pleasing to God?

INTRODUCTION • In a small college town a tavern frequented by students ran the following ad in the campus paper during the days before Parents Weekend: "Bring Your Parents for Lunch Saturday. We’ll Pretend We Don’t Know You!" The ad was soon challenged by the college chaplain, who posted a revised ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On The Mount (Kjv)

Contributed by Samuel Low on Jul 26, 2003

An outline on giving, prayer, fasting, treasure, and the Kingdom of God from Matthew chapter six.

Sermon On The Mount Matthew 6 I. How To Give Alms (6:1-4) A. Alms Given Incorrectly (6:1-2) 1. Done For The Praise Of Others (1) 2. Tooting Your Own Horn (2) B. Alms Given Correctly (6:3-4) 1. Done In Secret (3-4) 2. Rewarded By God (4) II. How To Pray (6:5-15) A. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Whom Do You Serve?

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

A call to serve and glorify God

WHOM DO YOU SERVE? Matthew 6:1-18 INTRODUCTION: Why are you here? There are more answers to that question in this room this morning than we care to think about. Some are here because their parents brought them. Some are here because they think if they come here then God is “paid off” for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus On Right Fasting Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Sep 11, 2002

Jesus on Right Fasting seeks to encourage disciples to practice intentional fasting by showing its purpose and benefits.

JESUS ON RIGHT FASTING Matthew 6:16-18; Isaiah 58:8-12 Kingdom Life Series #20 “And now about fasting. When you fast, declining your food for a spiritual purpose, don’t do it publicly, as the hypocrites do, who try to look wan and dishevelled so people will feel sorry for them. Truly that is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18, Isaiah 58:8-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Finding Your Niche

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Sep 12, 2002

What do you do that lasts for eternity? - calling people to be focused on storing treasures in heaven

Finding Your Niche Sept. 7/8 2002 Intro: Jesus said, "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Practicing Your Piety In Secret

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 2, 2002

The life of faith is low-profile. We minimize ourselves so that God can be magnified and glorified. Contrasts showy piety and quiet faith actions.

Today is Ash Wednesday, the first day in Lent, the season of the church year during which we focus our attention on our devotion to God before Easter. Ash Wednesday gives us an unusual opportunity to focus on our mortality and our sin. These are not popular topics, nor issues that we like to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6, Matthew 6:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Secret Fasting Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Jan 7, 2002

When I fast I’ll focus exclusively on God.

June 24, 2001 Secret Christianity – Part 3 INTRODUCTION There has been a lot of talk about consumer privacy lately. Have you gotten any of those statements in the mail recently? Our life insurance company, our bank, the company that holds our retirement account – all sent us statements on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Prayer?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 20, 2002

Prayer is a means to establish, deepen, and sustain our relationship with God.

In the book, Steps Toward Spiritual Growth, the story is told of a man who was opening an adult bookstore in a small town despite the objections of many people in the community. A group of Christians from a neighboring church decided to gather for an all-night prayer meeting to ask to somehow block ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Spiritual Disciplines Of Fasting And Prayer

Contributed by Mike Flack on Feb 13, 2002

Looking at the Spiritual Disciplines of Fasting And Prayer for today’s believer

THE SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES OF FASTING AND PRAYER Matt. 6: 5-8. 16-18 I want to share with you this morning on the SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES OF FASTING AND PRAYER. The problem with that title is the difficult word, DISCIPLINE! Yes, fasting and prayer are what we call spiritual disciplines that by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18

Denomination: Friends

Go Fast And Live

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 4, 2003

This sermon is about the practice of fasting. (The Life - part 10)

Go Fast And Live The Life – part 10 The Practice Of Fasting QUESTION – what do you want to be when you grow up? Who do you want to do when you grow up? When Bruce Jenner grew up – he wanted to win a gold medal in the decathlon in the Olympic games. But in 1972 in the games in Munich Jenner ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ