Sermons on Matthew The Apostle:

Amputation 101 - Matthew 5:29-30 (Contd) Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 14, 2024

The key to persuading your heart to fling sin away is to become convinced that nearness to God would be more satisfying than that sin. But what do you do when the sin brings intense pleasure and the last few times you sought God in prayer or Scripture it was boring?

Matthew 5:27-30 "You have heard that it was said, 'Do not commit adultery.' 28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:29-30

Life Under Oath - Matthew 5:33-37 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 17, 2024

Everything you ever say is under oath, as if you swore by God himself that it’s true. This message will help you grasp how important truthtelling in every detail of life is. It also explains the legitimate purpose of formal oaths.

Matthew 5:33-37 "Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not break your oath, but keep the oaths you have made to the Lord.' 34 But I tell you, Do not swear at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; 35 or by the earth, for it is his footstool; or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

One-Handed Giving - Matthew 6:3-4 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 27, 2024

Jesus spends so much time in Matthew 6 and other places trying to get us to be motivated by eternal rewards. Why are so few Christians still not motivated by reward?

Matthew 6:1-18 "Be careful not to do your 'acts of righteousness' before men, to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2 "So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:3-4

Go To Your Room - Matthew 6:5-6 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 28, 2024

Why does God promise reward for private prayer? And how can you make your daily prayer time the most enjoyable part of your day, instead of a drudgery or chore that is dry and boring? This message will help you actually look forward to your prayer time each day and come away closer to God.

Matthew 6:5-16 And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-6

Prayin’ Like A Pagan - Matthew 6:7-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 30, 2024

How would you naturally finish this sentence: “God already knows what you need before you ask him, therefore ____.” The conclusion Jesus finishes that sentence gives us great insight into how to pray in a way that truly communes with God, rather than just saying dry words.

Matthew 6:5-8 And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-8

Hallowed Be Your Name - Matthew 6:9b Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 1, 2024

Why does Jesus teach us to ask God to hallow his own name?

Matthew 6:5-15 And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Prayer & The Will Of God - Matthew 6:10b Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 4, 2024

What would you think if a tragedy came into your life, and someone said, “Must have been God’s will.” Is that true? Is everything that happens God’s will? If so, why pray for God’s will to be done? But if His will is not always done, how do we know which things are His will and which are not?

Matthew 6:5-15 And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Metanoia: The Radical Transformation Of The Mind Matthew 4:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 8, 2024

We delve into the profound concept of "metanoia"—a term rich in biblical significance, encapsulating the radical transformation of the mind. As we explore this concept, may our hearts be open to the transformative power of God's truth.

Metanoia: The Radical Transformation of the Mind Matthew 4:17 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound concept of "metanoia"—a term rich in biblical significance, encapsulating the radical transformation of the mind. As we explore this concept, may our hearts be open to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17, Acts 3:19, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:23, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed Minds: Anchored In Truth Matthew 4:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 8, 2024

Today, we embark on a profound exploration of two transformative truths encapsulated in the concepts of "Metanoia" and "An Anchored Mind." Let our hearts be receptive to the profound impact of God's truth on the radical transformation of our minds.

Transformed Minds: Anchored in Truth Introduction: Today, we embark on a profound exploration of two transformative truths encapsulated in the concepts of "Metanoia" and "An Anchored Mind." Let our hearts be receptive to the profound impact of God's truth on the radical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17, Acts 3:19, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:23, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20, 1 Peter 1:13, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Peter 1:14, James 1:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: The Golden Rule Matthew 7:12 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 19, 2024

Matthew 7:12 is often referred to as the Golden Rule. This simple yet profound principle provides a blueprint for living a life transformed by the truth of God's Word.

Transformed by Truth: The Golden Rule Introduction: Today, we explore the transformative words of Jesus found in Matthew 7:12, often referred to as the Golden Rule. This simple yet profound principle provides a blueprint for living a life transformed by the truth of God's Word. Join me as we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12, Leviticus 19:18, Philippians 2:4, Romans 15:2, Luke 6:35-36, Matthew 5:46-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Restoring Relationships: The Biblical Way Matthew 18:15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 10, 2024

May this sermon inspire hearts to pursue reconciliation and restoration according to God's transformative truth found in Matthew 18:15, exploring how God's Word guides us in restoring relationships according to His wisdom and grace.

Restoring Relationships: The Biblical Way Matthew 18:15 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative truth found in Matthew 18:15, exploring how God's Word guides us in restoring relationships according to His wisdom and grace. Let's begin by reading Matthew 18:15 (NLT): "If ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15, Proverbs 15:1, Galatians 6:1, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, Matthew 5:23-24, James 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Passion Greater Than Comfort - Matthew 16:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 22, 2024

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to seek comfort over commitment? How quickly we gravitate towards convenience over courage? May our passion for Jesus always be greater than our passion for an easy life.

A Passion Greater Than Comfort Introduction Have you ever noticed how easy it is to seek comfort over commitment? How quickly we gravitate towards convenience over courage? Yet, when we read the Bible, we discover that following Jesus is not about ease—it's about a deep and abiding passion for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24, Galatians 2:20, John 16:33, Colossians 3:17, Matthew 6:19-21, James 1:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Make Disciples - Matthew 28:19-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2024

The words of Matthew 28:19-20 are not just a suggestion or a guideline; they are a command from Jesus to His followers. This command is the heartbeat of Christianity, a call to Go! But it’s not just about going—it’s about what we do as we go.

Go! And Make Disciples - Matthew 28:19-20 Matthew 28:19-20 (NLT): “Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, Romans 6:4, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Should We Be Baptized? Matthew 28:18-19

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 19, 2024

A Message about Baptism and what it means to you and I.

Should We Be Baptized? Matthew 28:18-19 Stand with me and lift up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are Jesus' Genealogies In Matthew And Luke Different?

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 21, 2023

From https://zondervanacademic.com/blog/why-are-jesus-genealogies-in-matthew-and-luke-different This post is adapted from the Four Portraits, One Jesus: Jesus’ Birth, Childhood, and Early Ministry, a free online course taught by Dr. Mark Strauss. My notes will be added later.

The birth narratives in both Matthew and Luke help answer the question, “Who is Jesus and where did he come from?” One of the ways each book does this is by recounting Jesus’ genealogy. The problem is: the genealogies are different. The Old Testament predicted that the Messiah would come from the ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard