Sermons on Matthew 7:16-23:

The Wheat And The Tares

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

I’ve once seen a beautiful picture of a meadow with spring blossoming trees and dandelions as far as the eye can see. How beautiful! Then I realized that it’s not as pretty as I first thought.

The Wheat and the Tares Did you see that it snowed yesterday morning? We got just a few flakes but it really did snow! I even got a video of it. I’ve once seen a beautiful picture of a meadow with spring blossoming trees and dandelions as far as the eye can see. How beautiful! Then I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43, Matthew 7:15-20, Mark 11:12-14, James 2:14-26, Philippians 3:2-9, John 13:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

I Couldn’t Care Less!

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

By nature we are fault finders in others. We see the faults in others but rarely see the faults with ourselves. But sometimes we see the good too and that’s really what we should focus on.

I Couldn’t Care Less! My wife, two daughters, a boyfriend and myself flew to the great state of Oregon. After we landed in Oregon, we rented a van and went on a driving trip around the state. We saw the beautiful coast, we saw Crater lake, we saw Mount Hood, Jefferson Mountain, The three sisters ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:3-5, Luke 10:25-37, Matthew 7:15-20, John 13:34-35, 1 John 3:10, Proverbs 29:7, Proverbs 28:27, 1 John 4:20-21, Philippians 2:1-4, John 11:25, Romans 9:2-4, 2 Peter 3:9, James 2:16, John 4:34-35, 1 John 3:16-17, 1 John 3:1, Ezekiel 16:49, Jude 1:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

You Know Better, Or At Least You Should Series

Contributed by Jeff Cole on Feb 28, 2026

Jude warns of the coming of false prophets and also paints a picture of the damage they will do to the world as well as the damage they will do to the church. Let’s look together into the devastation they will usher in leading to the great apostasy, or falling away.

You Know Better, or at Least You Should Lakeview Baptist Church March 1, 2026 Intro A few weeks ago we looked at some of the scariest words in the entire Bible. Jesus had already taught that there will be few who will follow the narrow road to His kingdom. Then after warning about false prophets, ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-25, Matthew 7:21-23

Possessing The Faith We Are Professing

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 5, 2026

True faith is not merely something we say or display outwardly. It is something we truly possess within. Genuine trust in Christ transforms the inside first and the outside second.

1. When Words Aren’t Enough Several years ago a news story circulated about a man who tried to board a commercial airplane while pretending to be a pilot. He had the uniform, the hat, and even carried himself with confidence. To the casual observer, he looked the part. But when airline officials ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Permission

Contributed by Nishal Maharaj on Mar 8, 2026

In today’s passage, we see the prophets coming to Elisha, asking for permission. They could have gone on their own, but they chose humility and respect for God’s appointed leadership. We’ll learn why permission and obedience are a path to God’s blessing and protection.

Today I want to speak about the importance of permission and respect for God-appointed leadership. In the passage we read from Second Book of Kings 6:1–7, we see that Elisha was the prophet appointed by God and he was leading a group of prophets. These prophets lived and learned under his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7, Ephesians 4:11, Hebrews 13:17, Matthew 7:16, 1 Corinthians 14:33, Ephesians 5:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dealing Practically With Backsliding Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 12, 2026

Is the unpardonable sin the final rejection of a backslider?

A. NEVER SAVED IN THE FIRST PLACE – JUDAS 1. They may follow Jesus. “Have not I chosen you twelve, and one of you is a devil” (John 6:70)? 2. They may do many religious works. “Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name? . . ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:22-23, 1 John 5:16-17, Matthew 12:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Beware Of Wolves PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 11, 2024

Explores the importance of discerning spiritual wolves in sheep's clothing and resisting the allure of power not rooted in God's will.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the house of the Lord, surrounded by the fellowship of believers? We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. God has a word for us today, a word that is as timely as it is timeless. In the words ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, Matthew 10:16, Acts 20:29

Topics: Wolves, House