Sermons on Matthew 8:35-9:38:

Why Jesus Wants Us To Identify Complainers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew from His experiences with the Pharisees how complainers work to hinder the growth of the kingdom of God and His righteousness.

1. Jesus knew from His experiences with the Pharisees how complainers work to hinder the growth of the kingdom of God and His righteousness. The Lord always considered the source of the criticism. Jesus said, "The teachers of the law and the Pharisees sit in Moses' seat. So you must obey them and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are You Doing?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction 1.

Introduction 1. Do you feel that God is not using you very much? That He has not given you many gifts or opportunities to serve Him? That you are not doing enough for Him? Do you fail to have any joy in seeing God working through you? Is your call as a disciple a burden or an opportunity to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Forget Jesus

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: The Lord knew how quickly man would forget God.

Intro: The Lord knew how quickly man would forget God. Our present society is a testimony to that unfortunate fact. The Bible prophesied that in the last days, men would not even want to retain God in their knowledge. When Jesus went away, He left behind two ordinances, two object lessons to help ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Remain Flexible

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit keeps us flexible by reminding us to remain humble while trusting the Lord for our direction. David wrote, "He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. (Psa. 25:9 How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Remain Flexible (Matt 26:4

How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Remain Flexible (Matt 26:42) Illustration:Leadership in the local church should be determined by spirituality, not notoriety. Tony Evans. Illustration:Back in 1934, when the Cunard line was getting ready to name its greatest ocean liner, the consensus was that it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ's Power Over Death, Sin And The Devil

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Learning to appropriate the power of the resurrection is a key to experiencing the conquering power over our fear of death, the lures of sin and the oppression from the devil. Whenever I feel afraid I begin to sing the song, "In the name of Jesus. We have

The Lord Jesus Assures Us of Power Over Death, Sin and the Devil (Matt 26:45-50) Learning to appropriate the power of the resurrection is a key to experiencing the conquering power over our fear of death, the lures of sin and the oppression from the devil. Whenever I feel afraid I begin to sing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Let Jesus Slip Through Your Hands

Contributed by Rex Hickey on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever caught a rainbow, or held a handful of fog? **Have you ever been given an opportunity to have something and pass it up only to regret it later because there is no second chance? Let's take a look today at how we can learn to walk in a way that we don't waste our time chasing rainb

Have you ever caught a rainbow, or held a handful of fog? **Have you ever been given an opportunity to have something and pass it up only to regret it later because there is no second chance? Let's take a look today at how we can learn to walk in a way that we don't waste our time chasing rainbows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:48-50

Whose Error Was It?

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction A.

I. Introduction A. Read Matt. 27:62-66 B. Emphasis Matt. 27:63-64 C. We have read of the Crucifixtion of Jesus Christ, but on the next day, the chief priests and Pharisees came to Pilate an interesting statement concerning the stealing of Christ’s body - "The last error shall be worse than the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:62-66

Denomination: Baptist

Four Marvels Of Jesus' Ressurection

Contributed by Miarcos Da Silva on Oct 18, 2000

1. THE EMPTY GRAVE- vv.

1. THE EMPTY GRAVE- vv. 1 -The empty grave means our victory (Revelation 1:18) 2. THE EARTHQUAKE - vv.2 -Yes, today we needed an earthquake of God in our christian life (Revelation 1:17) 3. AN ANGEL DESCENDS OF THE SKY - vv.2,3 -The reality of the angels means that Jesus lives ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-3

The 'grave' Situation With Jesus!

Contributed by Dennis Marquardt on Oct 18, 2000

Resurrection of Jesus Christ, Easter sermon.

"THE ’GRAVE’ SITUATION WITH JESUS!" TEXT: Matt. 28:1-20 INTRO: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in human history. The Bible is quite clear that without it there is no salvation for mankind. (1 Cor 15:17-19) “And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Commission To Do A Mission

Contributed by Steven Swaggerty on Oct 18, 2000

COMMISSION 1 a) an authorization to perform certain duties or tasks, or to take on certain powers b) a document giving such authorization 2 authority to act in behalf of another 3 that which a person is authorized to do for another 4 the state of being authorized to perform certain duties or

COMMISSION 1 a) an authorization to perform certain duties or tasks, or to take on certain powers b) a document giving such authorization 2 authority to act in behalf of another 3 that which a person is authorized to do for another 4 the state of being authorized to perform certain duties or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Techniques Of Christ's Communication Skills

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people know truth, but struggle to effectively communicate it.

Many people know truth, but struggle to effectively communicate it. Jesus Christ was a Master at communicating truth to a wide variety of audiences. Not only did Jesus communicate truth with love, but He presented ideas that spawned the planting and growing of His church throughout the world. Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Are The Real Heroes?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus said, "Whoever would be great let him become a servant to all." Matt 23:11 Most of us would like to do something noble or great. Perhaps have our names in lights... Outstanding speakers, renowned scientists, business tycoons, and athletes who seem t

Jesus said, "Whoever would be great let him become a servant to all." Matt 23:11 The Lord evaluates us on the basis of how well we are serving Him, His purposes and His kingdom’s expansion and righteousness. However: Most of us would like to do something noble or great. Perhaps have our names in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Super Secret Message - [superman] Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 11, 2006

Superman theme about good things we should do in secret, and secret sins and their demise. [Clark Kent Christians] Link included to formatted text and ’Super’ PowerPoint Presentation.

A Super Secret Message Matthew 6:1-18 Eccles. 12:14 For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. Are you good with secrets? About to bust? Find joy in it? “I know something you don’t know!” [spill the beans?] Secrecy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

While The Cat's Away...

Contributed by Drew Mills on Jul 12, 2006

Who are we when no one is looking?

It was the first weekend my parents were leaving my brother and I alone all weekend. They were going away with friends. I was 13 or so and my brother would have been 15. And boys will be boys. My brother who was quite a bit taller than I am, he’s 6’6” now, came into my room and was just picking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

Walk The Talk

Contributed by Lacy Scott on Jul 12, 2006

We must learn to make our Christian walk backup our Christian talk.

We Talk the Talk, but do We Walk the Walk? St. Matthew 15: 7 & 8 Purpose: To instruct the listener that Christian Discipleship is more than saying “I am a Christian”. Introduction: Many of us think that if we accept Jesus and say we are Christians, that is all there is to it. But along with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:7-8, Matthew 15:7-15

Denomination: Baptist