Sermons on Matthew 7:1-24:

Funnel Faith

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Jul 15, 2001

The typical Funnel as a type of Salvation and the way of Blessings from God.

In the Gospel according to Matthew, in ch.7, the Lord Jesus talks about the strait and narrow way, and also the wide and broad way. He also says in John ch.10, that He is The Door, and that they might have life More Abundantly. In looking at the typical funnel, one can see there is a wide opening, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12-15, Matthew 7:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Of Specks And Planks

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Jul 24, 2001

What are the attitudes that surround so much of our judging of each other?

Questions Jesus Asked: Of Specks And Planks Bible Reading: Matthew 7: 1-5 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO Questions, questions, questions - always, it seems, another question. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blueprints To Fruitfulness Series

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Nov 30, 2003

Sermon in the series BLUEPRINTS

Series: BLUEPRINTS Sermon 4: Blueprints to Fruitfulness Matthew 7:15-23; Galatians 5 You may ask the question: How do we know when a person walking in the Spirit? Well, our last few studies have indicated to us that evidence is the presence of fruit. Fruit shows that the believer is sensitive to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23, Galatians 5:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Transformation Of A Scarlet Woman Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

Three aspects of this woman’s encounter with Jesus were crucial to her transformation. These same 3 elements are vital to every conversion. 1- Acceptance 2- Convictaion 3- Revelation

Transformation of a Scarlet Woman Fortifying the Foundations # 9 John 4:1-30 5-25-03 Intro: Read John 4:1-30 (For text in NIV go to end of this manuscript). Sang “Fill My Cup” with verse taken from this text. In text we see a Radical Change occurring in this woman’s life as she encounters the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30, Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Charismatic

Judgment Vs. Discernment

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: We can discern right from wrong without judging the individual.

Thesis: We can discern right from wrong without judging the individual. Intro.: 1. Have you ever tried to point out the truth to someone only to have them accuse you of judging them? a. Illust. Suggesting to a co-worker that drinking and chasing women is wrong. (He's alcoholic/married!) "You're ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-15

The House On The Rock

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Only a life built on Jesus Christ will endure.

Thesis: Only a life built on Jesus Christ will endure. Intro.: Opening Illust. In 1174 the Italian architect Bonnano Pisano began work on what would become his most famous project: A separately standing bell tower for the Cathedral of the city of Pisa. The tower was to be eight-stories and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Who Are You?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 18, 2000

It is not what you do but who you are that counts!

Who Are You? When people think of God, church, religion or things of that nature they usually think of a code of ethics, rules or rituals. When asked what is important to God they will quote several "thou shalts or thou shalt nots". They may mention baptism, membership or giving. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:16-17, Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Asking God To Bless Me--A Preview Of The Jabez Territory Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 25, 2002

To help apply what this Jabez prayer challenges a church family to do-and an individual’s role in that challenge

“Asking God to Bless Me!” --Preview of the Jabez Territory (The Challenges of the Prayer of Jabez Part 1 of 6) (Much of this message was developed from Bruce Wilkinson’s presentation on Visionary Leadership at the “Walk Thru Life with Purpose” Conference in Largo, FL, Feb. 5-7, 2002.) [I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Methodist

Cross Roads Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 7, 2004

This is the 1st study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) [#1] HYMN #1: CROSS ROADS Psalm 1 Through the centuries God’s people have sang songs that express their relationship with God. The book of Psalms is a compilation of Hebrew hymns that still speak to us in the 21st Century. This first hymn we find is one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Beware The Wolf, Part 1

Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 26, 2004

How do we identify those who would prey upon the flock of God?

POINTS OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES www.pointsoftruth.com It’s a beautiful night in the Falkland Islands, just off the coast of Argentina. These British Islands are known for their rich pasture land. The air is still this evening as the sheep graze. The sun is setting, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-31, Matthew 7:15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Beware The Wolf, Part 2

Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 26, 2004

How to chase away wolves which come in sheep’s clothing.

POINTS OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES www.pointsoftruth.com The ultimate wolf to come in sheep’s clothing is yet to come! The Bible calls him the "beast". This great leader will soon, come quickly on the world scene as the ruler of the European Commonwealth; along ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15, Acts 20:28-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Auto Lessons

Contributed by Joseph Chase on Jan 30, 2004

Homilee using a parable of rules for the road.

AUTO LESSONS INTRODUCTION: A. Jesus often used object lessons. B. Behold a Sower went forth to sow. C. What man of you having 100 sheep. D. They help to impress spiritual lessons. E. In the lesson today we want to use a familiar object-auto. F. After all everyone (but me and my family) came in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wolves Walking Around.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jan 31, 2004

Jesus offers us a warning about wolves and I’m glad He did because we often don’t get warnings.

Wolves walking around. Matthew 7:15 -- 23. 02/01/04 Ann and I stopped at Dewey’s house the day of his mother’s funeral. Blackjack, the Doberman pincher was laying in the yard. I pointed to old blackjack and Ann said I’m not getting out. Now I know old blackjack and I know he would not harm a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Rock Or Sand?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 11, 2001

On what foundation are you building your life?

What foundation is your house built upon? Matthew 7:24-27:The Parable of the Wise and foolish builders I would however like to ask the question: Do you know where you will spend eternity. Jesus was wonderful in illustrating truths about God with simple stories. One of them is the story of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Anglican

Storm Proofing The House Series

Contributed by Ken Alford on Aug 17, 2001

A LIFE IS ONLY AS STRONG AS THAT ON WHICH IT RESTS.

July 16, 2001-- AM STORM PROOFING THE HOUSE Matthew 7:24-27 INTRODUCTION: (1) During a thunder storm in the midwest, my parents turned on the TV to watch for tornado warnings. Just as the screen flashed a warning, a limb crashed outside the living room window. Mom bolted toward a safer spot in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Baptist