Sermons on Matthew 6:1-18:

Prayer - "Lord, Teach Us To Pray”

Contributed by Dr. Addanki Raju on Mar 10, 2026

What Is Prayer

PRAYER “Lord, Teach Us to Pray” ________________________________________ Introduction: Lent as a Journey of Return Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, The holy season of Lent is a sacred journey—a journey of return, renewal, and restoration. Lent is not primarily about external practices, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Ash Wednesday Homily – Year A - Theme: "Return To Me With All Your Heart” Series

Contributed by Dr. Addanki Raju on Mar 13, 2026

THE SILENT SERMON OF ASHES

ASH WEDNESDAY HOMILY – YEAR A Theme: “Return to Me with All Your Heart” Readings: Joel 2:12–18 Psalm 51:3–4, 5–6, 12–13, 14–17 2 Corinthians 5:20 – 6:2 Matthew 6:1–6, 16–18 ________________________________________ INTRODUCTION: THE SILENT SERMON OF ASHES Dear brothers and sisters in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6

Ash Wednesday "marked, But Not For Show" Series

Contributed by Shawn Vollmerhausen on Mar 13, 2026

Explores the tension between the visible mark of ashes and Jesus’ call to a hidden, sincere faith. The sermon emphasizes the God who ‘sees in secret,’ the difference between outward signs and inward renewal, and the invitation Lent offers to return to God with honesty.

Tonight we gather at the doorway of Lent, a season that invites us to slow down, to look inward, and to return to God with honesty. Ash Wednesday is unlike any other night in the Christian year. It is quiet, reflective, and strangely beautiful. We come forward to receive ashes on our foreheads, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6, Matthew 6:16-21, Isaiah 58:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Till Kingdom Come

Contributed by Charles Payne on Mar 16, 2026

People used to say, “That’ll happen when kingdom come.” Many today still talk about God’s kingdom as something yet to arrive. But when Jesus came, He announced, “The kingdom of God is at hand.”

“Till Kingdom Come” — What the Old Saying Really Meant PROLOGUE When older generations said, “You can argue about that till kingdom come,” they meant forever… a very long time… perhaps something that will never happen. The phrase comes directly from the Lord’s Prayer: “Thy kingdom come, thy will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Matthew 4:17, Mark 9:1, Colossians 1:13, Acts 2:33-36, Romans 9:6, Galatians 3:29, Ephesians 6:12, 1 Corinthians 15:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Secret Reward Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Mar 16, 2026

Not all panhandlers are created equal. Many are looked at with disdain and anger. In our passage today, Jesus says that when you DO give to the needy, to not make a show of it.

WELCOME IKE, THE PANHANDLING DOG Many people are preparing for their summer vacations and traveling to see sights they may have seen before and loved or to go and see things they have never been to. Disneyland, Branson, Hawaii, Camping in the forest, Yosemite, Yellowstone, or maybe Mount Rushmore. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When You Pray Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Mar 16, 2026

Our text this morning in the Sermon on the Mount is what has become known as “The Lord’s Prayer” and this prayer is quite famous. We see it used widely in popular culture.

WELCOME THE LORD’S PRAYER I thought I would begin this week with an untypical story. This has to do with our text this morning, but not indirectly as I usually do. In our passage today we will hear what has become known as “The Lord’s Prayer” and this prayer is quite famous. We see it used widely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15, Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Pray PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the purpose, practice, and power of prayer, emphasizing that it is more than just asking for things, but rather a vital spiritual transaction and lifeline to God.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a topic that's as familiar as our daily bread and as vital as the air we breathe – prayer. We're going to look at its purpose, how we ought to do it, and the unimaginable power it holds. Charles Spurgeon once said, "True prayer is neither a mere ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Topics: Communicating, God

Unveiling The Mystery Of Resurrection SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

A Tomb Reveals Everything

In the popular comic strip Calvin and Hobbes, Calvin poses a profound question to his teacher: "What's the point of human existence?" While Calvin's motive may be comical, his question resonates with our deep longing to understand the purpose of our lives. Easter, with its celebration of the empty ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1

Topics: Easter, Resurrection

Unlocking The Strength Of Prayer Through Fasting SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Every believer can enhance their prayer life by incorporating the practice of fasting, thus multiplying their effectiveness in spiritual matters.

In any building project, having the right tools and knowing how to use them is crucial for success. Just as a skilled builder brings a van full of tools to a construction site, believers have been given a powerful tool by God to enhance their prayer life: fasting. Unfortunately, many Christians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Topics: Prayer, Fasting

The Power Of Simple Prayer SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

Prayer is a simple yet powerful tool for Christians. It is a conversation with God, where we direct our requests to Him and expect answers. Jesus taught us this in Matthew 6:5-13. Embrace the power of prayer and witness the changes it can bring.

Prayer is a powerful tool that allows us to communicate with God. It is a way for us to talk to Him, share our needs, and expect Him to answer. Prayer is the cornerstone of our faith and holds our families and society together. In today's world, prayer has taken a backseat to secular living and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Topics: Prayer, Christian Life

Embracing A New Beginning SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

This sermon focuses on the teachings of Jesus as outlined in Matthew 6, providing guidance for the New Year.

Today, I want to talk about a section of the Beatitudes found in Matthew 6. This portion of scripture is not more important than the rest of the Beatitudes, but I believe that the Spirit of God is leading me to discuss it as a foundation for the rest of 2014. Matthew 6:1-4 says, "Be careful not to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-34

Topics: New Year, Jesus' Teachings

Alms And Prayer SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 28, 2023

The place of alms and prayer in the life of a believer

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a new day, a new opportunity to grow in our faith and deepen our relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-15

Topics: Our Attitude In Our Prayers, Our Attitude In Our Alms

Learning To Pray-Ask Day-Three Devotional Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 27, 2026

Asking is an elementary form of dependence upon God.

Remember, prayer is a relationship with God, and part of that relationship is prayer-asking. Why does God want us to ask Him for anything? Isn’t God all-knowing? Can our prayer-asking make any difference? Didn’t Jesus say, “Your Father knows the things you have need of before you ask Him” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:8, Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Baptist

Praying Alone Day-Six Devotional Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 27, 2026

Talking to God, you may be alone, but you are never lonely.

You have made a vow to fast and pray for 10 days for God to intervene in the coming national election. Many times you will pray alone in your quiet place. In the last devotional, you learned the strength of corporate prayer. Which way is best to pray? Privately or with a group? Technically, both ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6, Luke 9:18

Denomination: Baptist

When No One Is Watching: The Secret Life Of A True Disciple - Matthew 6:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2026

In Matthew 6, Jesus exposes the difference between religious performance and authentic discipleship. He confronts the human tendency to do good things for human applause rather than for God’s glory.

When No One Is Watching: The Secret Life of a True Disciple - Matthew 6:3 (NLT) Introduction: The Audience of One There is something in the human heart that longs to be noticed. We like our efforts recognised. We appreciate when people say, “Well done.” In the modern world, this desire has been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:3-4, Matthew 6:1, Matthew 5:16, 1 Samuel 16:7, Hebrews 6:10, Philippians 2:6-8, Romans 3:23, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Matthew 6:6, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal