Sermons on Matthew 8:36-9:38:

The Last Message Of Daniel, 4. The Syrian Wars Begin Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 5, 2015

Here we enter into some little-known but well-documented history, given in advance by Daniel the Prophet of God. In between the classic days of Greece and the Roman Empire, between the end of Malachi and the beginning of Matthew, lies a great pearl...

3. The Syrian Wars Begin 11:5-10 11:5a “Then the king of the South shall become strong” He is a boyhood friend of Alexander the Great, son of a Macedonian named Lagus. Taken into Alexander’s army he slowly rises within the ranks, in the general group of the “king’s ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:5-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unanswered Prayer (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 1, 2023

God invites us to ask Him, and we will receive (Matthew 7:7). But why does He sometimes not answer our prayers? This sermon series explains several possibilities for why God does not grant our prayers.

Prayer is an essential part of the Christian life and an excellent means of communication with our Heavenly Father. We can express our deepest longings, fears, joys, and hopes through prayer, seek God's guidance and help and intercede for others. However, sometimes it seems God is not answering ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 John 5:14, James 4:3, Psalm 66:18, Isaiah 59:1-2, 1 Peter 3:7, Jonah 3:5-10, Genesis 21:14-19, 1 Kings 21:17-29, Mark 7:24-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am Almost Persuaded To Follow Jesus

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 30, 2015

In Matthew 19:21, Jesus makes both diagnosis and prescription. Since the signs of wealth were all over this young man, Jesus suspected that his soul might be in the bank with his stocks and bonds. So Jesus said, ". . . .

Tuesday, December 15, 2015 By: Tom Lowe I am ALMOST PERSUADED to FOLLOW JESUS Scripture: Matt. 19:16-22 “Almost Persuaded” is a beautiful hymn which is usually sung at revivals. Listen to the words of the 1st stanza. “Almost persuaded” now to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Planting In Your Spiritual Garden?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 25, 2019

WHAT ARE YOU PLANTING IN YOUR SPIRITUAL GARDEN? Here are some suggestions with a small play on words. We should all plant in our spiritual garden. Matthew 7:20 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.

WHAT ARE YOU PLANTING IN YOUR SPIRITUAL GARDEN? Here are some suggestions with a small play on words. We should all plant in our spiritual garden. Matthew 7:20 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. I. Let us first plant some rows of 'Lettuce'. A. Let us be Faithful. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:20, 2 Peter 3:18

Preparing For Christ

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 1, 2019

A commercialized, materialistic Christmas often leaves out the greatest Christmas gift of all. How did John the Baptist prepare for our Savior? Let’s look at John’s preparation for Jesus in Matthew 3:1-12.

A commercialized, materialistic Christmas often leaves out the greatest Christmas gift of all. How did John the Baptist prepare for our Savior? Let’s look at John’s preparation for Jesus in Matthew 3:1-12. Preaching Matthew 3:1 “In those days John the Baptist came to the Judean wilderness and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiving

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 6, 2020

How often should we forgive? Let’s explore the difficulty and necessity of forgiving from the heart. Let’s look at what Jesus taught about forgiving in Matthew 18:21-35 and Hosea 1-3.

How often should we forgive? Let’s explore the difficulty and necessity of compassion and mercy, forgiveness from the heart. Let’s look at what Jesus taught about forgiveness in Matthew 18:21-35. How Often Forgive Matthew 18:21 Then Peter came to Him and said, “Lord, how often shall my brother ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Be Ready - For God's Surprises! Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 12, 2019

This sermon series is based on the stories we find in Luke/Matthew. While they can be used during Advent/Christmas they can also be used in a Bible Study as we look at God Encounters and what they can do in our lives

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25 Theme: Be Ready Title: Be Ready … For God’s Surprises! INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Welcome to the 1st Sunday of the Advent Season! This month I felt impressed by the Holy Spirit for us to look at a series of God Encounters ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Numbers 8:24-26, Isaiah 43:18-19, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Nazarene

Drama Queen? Hornet's Nest?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 30, 2018

We must consider the role of BEING OFFENDED? Jesus warned us in Matthew 24 of second coming agendas... one of those is being offended and hurting each other. How you handle being offended is your choice.

DRAMA QUEEN? HORNET’S NEST? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ***OFFEND: to be difficult, to cause people to feel hurt, angry, upset at something said or done, to be unpleasant, to do wrong, to hurt or cause pain, ***DRAMA QUEEN: a person who acts as though things are much worse ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Will I Do With Jesus? Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2019

In Matthew 27:22, Pilate asked, "What then shall I do with Jesus who is called the Christ?" We are asked that same question and must make a decision about what we will do with Jesus Christ.

YOU MAY HAVE HEARD THE SAYING THAT AN OPTIMIST DELIGHTFULLY SEES THE GLASS AS HALF-FULL WHILE THE PESSIMIST CAN ONLY BEAR TO SEE THE GLASS AS HALF-EMPTY. IT IS ALL DETERMINED BY HOW YOU CHOOSE TO LOOK AT THE GLASS. THE SAME IS TRUE IN REGARDS TO THE LORDSHIP OF JESUS CHRIST. HOW YOU LOOK AT AND ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32, Jeremiah 29:11-14, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 John 2:5-7, 1 John 4:15, Revelation 3:20, Romans 10:13, Matthew 27:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Core 52 Week 17 - Blessed Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on May 4, 2020

Where do we look for happiness? So often, our happiness is temporary, circumstantial. What if we could find a source of happiness that was longer-lasting? Even eternal? Jesus points us to this source in Matthew chapter 5.

You can listen to the sermon on my podcast at: https://pastorlanny.buzzsprout.com/ Core 52 Week 18 - Blessedness Intro: • Happiness - perhaps difficult to experience right now. • My happy/sad day yesterday. • Not very important in the big scheme of things. More about circumstances than truly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:2-12, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Hospitality

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 9, 2020

How important is it to be a welcoming church? How are we received? How do we receive faithful Bible teachers, each other, and new or weak disciples? Let’s look at the importance of hospitality in Matthew 10:40-42.

How important is it to be a welcoming church? How are we received? How do we receive faithful Bible teachers, each other, and new or weak disciples? Let’s look at the importance of hospitality in Matthew 10:40-42. Now it happened one day that Elisha went to Shunem, where there was a notable woman… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

Eternal Destinations

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 27, 2022

In Matthew 25, Jesus talks about two eternal destinations. At the Second Coming, the King Himself will return and destroy all His enemies and establish His kingdom on the earth. That will be the Millennial Kingdom. The Jews will finally recognize Jesus as their Messiah.

Notice two categories that Jesus mentions: 1. The sheep (saved) Sheep may be stupid, but they are also loyal and will quickly follow their leader. Read John 10:1-5. Sheep will recognize the voice of their shepherd, and they will not follow someone who might be imitating the shepherd. 2. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Sure Foundation (1994)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 24, 2022

Matthew 7:24-29 is a Biblical parable that points to the necessity for obedience. In that parable, Jesus illustrates His point through three things in that passage of scripture which are the construction site, the storm's test and the results of the test.

THE SURE FOUNDATION Text: Matthew 7:24-29 "It is told that [Horatio] Nelson [1758-1805] was famous for his courtesy to defeated enemies. [He was one of England's most famous Naval heroes.] On one occasion a defeated captain came on to Nelson's quarter-deck as a prisoner. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: United Methodist

"Living Up To Religious Expectations.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 16, 2001

Year A Third Sunday in Advent December 16th, 2001 Matthew 11: 1-11 Heavenly Father empower us to accept Jesus on his terms and not expect him to change to fit our preconceptions of God. Amen.

Year A Third Sunday in Advent December 16th, 2001 Matthew 11: 1-11 Heavenly Father empower us to accept Jesus on his terms and not expect him to change to fit our preconceptions of God. Amen. Title: “Living up to religious expectations.” The Baptist, in prison, sends his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Even Though......

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Jan 9, 2003

This sermon was delivered at the watchnight service on December 31, 2002 at White Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Lyons, GA. where Rev. Matthew Wilson is Pastor. The topic was chosen to encourage the listeners to continue to serve God, even though the

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks Founder The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. (SERENITY*ATONEMENT*RESTORATION*& HEALING) LYONS, GEORGIA Prayer: Heavenly Father I have thanked you all year for the many blessings you have bestowed upon me that I didn’t even deserve. Father I am thanking you right ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-22

Denomination: Baptist