Sermons on Matthew 7:1-23:

The Hard Way Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 27, 2020

Choose love and so choose life!

The Hard Way (Matthew 7:12-14) Lee Strobel asks us to imagine a daughter and her boyfriend going out for a Coke on a school night. The father says to her, “You must be home before eleven.” It gets to be 10:45 p.m. and the two of them are still having a great time. They don't want the evening ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Walking The Narrow Way

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 29, 2020

The two ways and their two gates, false teachers and true ministers.

WALKING THE NARROW WAY. Matthew 7:13-23. The Sermon on the Mount is book-ended in these terms. ‘Seeing the MULTITUDES (Jesus) went up into a mountain: and when He was set, His DISCIPLES came unto Him’ (Matthew 5:1). ‘And when Jesus had ended these sayings, the PEOPLE were astonished at His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Just Became A Citizen!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Mar 3, 2020

This sermon looks at being a Citizen of Heaven living on Earth. 1. Born from Above 2. Living Life as a Spirit-filled and Spirit-led Disciple

Scripture: Philippians 3:17- 4:1 Theme: Citizenship Title: I Just Became a Citizen of Heaven! This sermon deals with what it means to be a Citizen of Heaven. 1. Born from Above 2. Filled with God’s Holy Spirit INTRO: Grace and peace to all of you this morning from God our Father, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23, Romans 5:12, Ephesians 2:1-3, John 3:3, Matthew 7:21-23, Acts 2:38, John 14:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

3 Sticks And Stones Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Mar 4, 2020

A woman is caught in adultery. Stones are gathered that she might be killed as punishment. But Jesus has a different perspective

John 8:1-11 (NRSV) Then everyone went home, but Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2 Early the next morning he went back to the Temple. All the people gathered around him, and he sat down and began to teach them. 3 The teachers of the Law and the Pharisees brought in a woman who had been caught ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, Matthew 7:1-5, 1 John 3:18-20, Micah 6:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lord Jesus Christ

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 5, 2020

This sermon is a high-level sprint through 2 Peter 1:3-11 arriving at the titles of "The Lord Jesus Christ" and "our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ." This may be used as a kickoff for a series on the passage but not sure if it will be or not.

The Lord Jesus Christ Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” And our memory refresher verse(s) for today is(are) … Isaiah 9:6 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11, Matthew 7:21-23, John 14:23-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Uncovering Counterfeits Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 5, 2020

To discern true or false preachers, look beyond their apparel; look beyond their appeal; and look beyond their approach.

How many of you have heard of the “five-second rule”? It’s the popular notion that food dropped on the floor and picked up within five seconds is “safe,” because bacteria need at least five seconds to transfer from the floor to the food. Parents sometimes apply the rule to pacifiers (after their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Building On The Rock

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 8, 2020

To build our lives on anything less than a relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ is the very height of madness.

BUILDING ON THE ROCK. Matthew 7:21-29. In the end, there will be those who PROFESS, “Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in your name, and in your name have cast out demons, and in your name done many wonderful works?” to whom Jesus will PROFESS, “I never knew you: depart from me, you (all) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Narrow Path

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 15, 2020

This sermon is part of our Journey towards Easter. It looks at the narrow and wide way as described by Jesus and what it means for our lives.

An Easter Journey “A Narrow Path” Matthew 7:13-14 {Audio: https://mega.nz/#!3d8HHLKS!0KAwi4RRC3pCTP0tKKt2jo08NG82ntko8n7suStnMOs} It is said, and I believe it to be true, that it’s a good thing to know where you’re going, especially in this age of electronic navigation, because what I have found ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Foursquare

The Peril Of False Prophets (Part 2)

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 20, 2022

Satan seeks to do all he can to hinder and defeat the church. One of the tools he likes to use is deception. If he can distort the truth, causing people to believe a lie, then he has succeeded in his efforts.

The Peril of False Prophets (Part 2) Matthew 7: 15-20 In our last study we began to consider Jesus’ teaching concerning false prophets, those who come in among the church in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. I remain convinced that this passage needs to be preached and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 23, 2022

This teaching holds truths which every judge in America should be told, every law student should be taught, all workplaces should be govern by and family members should desire to understand.

Fruit of Repentance Authenticity of True Confession and Repentance Many have prayed for years and years for family, friends, co-workers and sinners in general who have cause tremendous grief for others. There are many people who have said “I am sorry,” but never have produced a life of genuine ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Absolute Certainty Or Mere Sincerity? Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 27, 2022

Jesus addressed the grave disappointment some will encounter as they stand before Him, seeking to gain entrance into His kingdom. These were certainly sincere in their efforts, but they were not found worthy to gain access to the kingdom.

Absolute Certainty or Mere Sincerity? Matthew 7: 21-23 As we continue to study the Sermon on the Mount, we come to the portion of the message where Jesus addressed the grave disappointment some will encounter as they stand before Him, seeking to gain entrance into His kingdom. As we will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Which Moves God's Heart

Contributed by Paul Woodhouse on May 2, 2022

Can a prayer move the heart of God?

Recently, my 7-year-old grandson Alonso told me that his daddy, my son, carries around a lot of money in his pocket. I asked him how much and he told me: $1,200! He turned to me, “Papa, how much do you carry in your pocket?” I said, “$20” and he replied, “That is so sad.” Sometimes we act like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13, Ephesians 3:20, Matthew 7:7-8, 2 Kings 20:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A La Manera De Dios

Contributed by Randy Gonzaga on May 10, 2022

El diablo ofrecerá un camino más fácil y temporalmente satisfactorio, pero tiene una condición peligrosa: Desobedecer a DIOS.

Dios bendiga a todos mis hermanos y hermanas. Todos hemos leido en los evangelios, cuando Jesus es tentado por el diablo. Le ofrece un bienestar temporal a cambio de: Desobedecer a Dios. Satanas sabia que Jesus vino para ganarse a todos los reinos de la tierra para Dios. Y quiso que evitara su ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:5-8, Matthew 7:13-14

Judge Not, That Ye Be Not Judged.

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 12, 2022

There are folks who do not care a thing about what the Bible teaches, but they do have favorite scriptures they bring up when it is convenient for them.

There are two verses that we hear about frequently. (1) 1 Timothy 5: 23 seem to be a favorite Scripture for some. Paul had written to Timothy, who had a stomach condition, and he said to him, “Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy stomach's sake and thine often ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Scriptures That Are Greatly Abused By…

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 19, 2022

We all want justice, but we do not always get justice.

Illus: Makes me think of a young lady who occasionally walked through the park after work, stopped to have her picture taken by a photographer on this particular day. She was very excited about her picture being taken. As she walked out of the park, she looked at the Polaroid picture in total ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Baptist