Sermons on Matthew 9:12-12:9:

Not Peace, But A Sword Series

Contributed by John Gaines on Jan 31, 2006

Jesus is the Prince of Peace. He is described that way prophetically in Isaiah 9:6. He gives us the peace that surpasses understanding [Philippians 4:7]. However, we must understand that being His disciple will not always be a peaceful life.

NOT PEACE, BUT A SWORD 1. Jesus is the Prince of Peace. He is described that way prophetically in Isaiah 9:6. He gives us the peace that surpasses understanding [Philippians 4:7]. However, we must understand that being His disciple will not always be a peaceful life. 2. Tonight’s text comes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Cares

Contributed by Donato Solano on Feb 7, 2006

We can make people believe that Jesus really cares for them if we let them see and experience through us the love and compassion Jesus has for the lost.

INTRODUCTION Does Jesus cares? Remembering special dates like anniversary is also a time to revisit the very purpose of ones existence. It is very fitting today that as you celebrate your 8th anniversary to remember our mission and vision as a church. I hope that through this message, we can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Believe That I Am Able?

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Feb 11, 2006

The question asked by our Lord begs for an answer

Believe that I am able? By Gerald Van Horn Matthew 9:28 “And when he had come into the house, the blind men came to him; and Jesus saith unto them, Believe ye that I am able to do this?” This question asked by our Lord begs for an answer. Did you ever have someone ask a question or give a quiz ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Did Jesus Come For Series

Contributed by David Rogers on Feb 12, 2006

This is a sermon that explains that Jesus did not come save everyone. He saves only those who are willing to follow Him, who are sick and unrighteous.

Who Did Jesus Come For? Matthew 9:9-12 Prayer Have you ever sat back and looked at all God has done for you. I mean have you ever really taken inventory of the things God has done for us so that we may live on earth? The first thing we would need to put down is that He created the Earth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Mind Control 4 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Feb 15, 2006

Please note the last phrase of both verse 28 and 29. Both have to do with this promised “rest”. In verse 28 Christ said “I will give you rest”. Then in verse 29 Christ tells us how we get that rest. Christ says that we will find our “rest” by doing tw

Romans 6:16 Do you not know that to whom you present yourselves slaves to obey, you are that one’s slaves whom you obey, whether of sin to death, or of obedience to righteousness? 17 But God be thanked that though you were slaves of sin, yet you obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-29

Unexpected Messiah

Contributed by Charles Scott on Feb 24, 2006

Those who were expecting God’s deliverer, the Messiah, were confused when Jesus came on the scene offering a Kingdom, not of this world as they expected, but a Kingdom to Come of Peace and Trusting Service.

I Corinthians 4:1-5 St. Matthew 11:2-10 Unexpected Messiah During the Advent Season we sang hymns and read lessons about the promised Christ, the Messiah who would deliver the Children of Israel from bondage. Many First Century followers of St. John the Baptist as well as followers of our Lord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-10

Denomination: Anglican

Blind Faith!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 5, 2006

Faith in God isn’t foolish, but faith in God is grounded in the steadfastness of His word and, what Jesus did while on this earth.

Blind Faith Text: Matthew 9 27-31 Blind faith isn’t assuming something far fetched, nor is it placing a fleece before God before you ever take action. Blind faith simply believes Jesus and God’s word and then acts on it! Blind faith is trusting without feeling or seeing; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus And John The Baptist

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 13, 2006

Discussion of how Jesus viewed and talked about John the Baptist.

Jesus and John the Baptist Matthew 11:1-19 March 5, 2006 Introduction I was reading a special supplement to the Aberdeen newspaper yesterday about the 125th anniversary celebration for the city coming up this summer. In there was an article about a guy who does a lot of researching about his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Recognizing And Acting On The Works Of Christ

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 13, 2006

Discussion of Jesus’ words about those cities who had heard his message and seen his miracles yet rejected him.

Recognizing and Acting on the Works of Christ. Matthew 11:20-24 March 12, 2006 Introduction Why Is Missouri Called the "Show-Me" State? (Adapted from the official site of the Missouri Secretary of State) There are a number of stories and legends behind Missouri’s unofficial slogan,the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:20-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

Toten Rocks

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Mar 19, 2006

What is fair in the eyes of God? No wau to make it so be better rely on grace. The only real rest we can depend on comed through Christ.

Toten Rocks Matthew 11:25-30 What kind of week have ya’ll had. Wit the predictions of the weather and things to do. I felt like I was toten rocks all week long. I can use the word toten can’t I? This is home and you know what I mean don’t you? I am talking about working on something and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Congregational

Either At The Manger Or The Cross The Choice Is The Same

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 19, 2005

The choice remains the same whether standing at the manger or standing at the cross.

I. Here we are, quickly approaching the manger. I know we must be, I saw the stores in San Angelo, TX jam packed yesterday. Consumer confidence must be higher than the news is reporting. All this hustle and bustle to get to the manger. We seem to come here every year. Same place beside the manger ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Wholeness Christ Offers

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005

No matter our failures or shortfalls, Christ offers us restoration and wholesness to complete God’s will for our lives.

WHEN WE WERE ALL KIDS IN GRADE SCHOOL, I AM SURE THAT THERE WAS A TIME WHEN OUR TEACHERS ASKED US TO SHARE WHAT WE WANTED TO BE WHEN WE GREW UP. AS ALL CHILDREN WOULD ANSWER, WE MUST HAVE SAID THINGS LIKE "A FIREFIGHTER," "POLICE OFFICER," "DOCTOR," "ASTRONAUT," OR A "PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE." I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:10-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Proclaiming The Gospel Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Apr 27, 2005

Our duty as a Christian

1. WE MUST PROTECT OURSELVES • VS 16 • We have been sent out by Jesus to proclaim the kingdom of God • In doing that we are exposed to the fiery darts of Satan • Unless the sheep are protected by the Shepherd in the midst of the wolves they will be devoured • How do we protect ourselves in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

Radical Abandon

Contributed by Aaron Vanstrien on May 1, 2005

Jesus Radically Abandon all that he was so that we could have Life.

Radical Abandon #1 I. To give up or surrender to the extreme. II. Matthew 9:27-30 Jesus Radically Abandons to restore our sight. a. Jesus is followed by theses two blind guys and they are begging him for Help and they follow Him into the house. b. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-30

Denomination: Nazarene

Impact

Contributed by Mark Walter on May 10, 2005

We all have impact while on earth, what impact will you bring the king on judgement day.

Matt 11:12 And from the time John the Baptist began preaching and baptizing until now, the Kingdom of Heaven has been forcefully advancing, and violent people attack it. 3 popular interpretations • Jesus may have been referring to a vast movement towards God which gain momentum when John the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible