Sermons on matthew the apostle:

Danger: Disguised, Deadly Deceivers! - Matthew 7:15-20 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 18, 2024

It is God’s design that we follow leaders. But the false ones deceive and lead away from the narrow road to hell. The way to see past the sheep’s clothing to the actual fruit is by watching for the things that come from the heart and that are not a part of the act.

Matthew 7:15 Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. 16 By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? 17 Likewise every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Caught Up, But When? What The Bible Says, Matthew 24 Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on May 19, 2015

Clear Scriptural account of the coming of Jesus, and a detailed look at Matthew 24.

3. LAYING THE FOUNDATION We can only build where the Lord built. Solomon said in Psalm 127:1, “Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it.” Any doctrine not firmly supported by a word from God will fall, regardless of how many good and brilliant men believe and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Notables Of The Early Church Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 14, 2008

he Church is made up of God’s people. This was true from the beginning and is true today. But who were those people who made up the earliest church?

The Notables of the Early Church (Acts 1:12-14) 1. Following Jesus Christ has never meant deserting the human race and living in seclusion -- or putting on an image of otherly-worldness -- if there is such a word. True, some Christians have chosen to live this way, like the Amish. But most have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peter And Andrew's Revivals Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 16, 2021

Eleven of the twelve apostles were revived in spirit. Let's begin a series examining first of all the revival experienced by Peter and Andrew.

Eleven of the twelve apostles were revived in spirit. Let's begin a series examining first of all the revival experienced by Peter and Andrew. 1) Simon Peter’s Revival Can a run-of-the-mill laborer experience revival and become a prominent church leader? Peter, an ordinary man, answered ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Stayed The Course Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 24, 2023

In today's segment from the Gospel of Mark, we witness how Jesus handled the popularity of the crowd and how He moved away from the crowd in order to appoint the twelve apostles. As we watch Jesus stay the course, we learn how to focus on the mission of making disciples.

A. You all are very familiar with the Beatles. Right? 1. By 1966, the Beatles had become international stars and had achieved unprecedented levels of critical and commercial success. 2. Their popularity caused John Lennon, the 26 year-old member of the Beatles to tell a London reporter: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Could Paul Be The ‘world’s Biggest Sinner’ When He Was So Religious? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 29, 2014

A look at how the greatest evil is often wears religious clothes and how we can avoid having that happen in our lives.

A QUESTION: How could Paul be the “world’s biggest sinner” when he was so religious? - 1 Timothy 1:15. - This passage is interesting and sets up an obvious question: if Paul was so religious and so focused on pleasing God, how could he have been the world’s biggest sinner? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:15

Denomination: Baptist

Could Peter Evangelize The Family Of Malchus

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015

Could Peter Evangelize the Family of Malchus

Could Peter Evangelize the Family of Malchus John 18:10 (KJV) 10 Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest's servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus. You pull up to a traffic light and there is a young man with tattoos all over, pink hair, ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10

Denomination: Foursquare

Twelve Ordinary Men - James, Simon, Judas Not Iscariot - Fill In The Blank Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 31, 2012

This is the fill in the blank for the Bible study of James, Simon, & Judas not Iscariot from 12 Ordinary Men. See also notes from the Bible Study found in the series of sermons here.

Note: This is a study from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur an excellent book. This is the fill in the blank outline from Adult Bible Fellowships of First Baptist Church Orion. This is not original but worth posting for study. Twelve Ordinary Men James, Simon, and Judas I. James the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:15-16

Denomination: Church Of God

The Man Who Should Never Have Been Born

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Judas (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: John chapter 17 verses 12: Ill: • On this day in 1605: • Thirteen young men planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament. • Among them was Britain's most notorious traitor, • A man called Guy Fawkes. • They rented a house next to Parliament;, dug a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:12

Denomination: Brethren

God Is Big Enough To Remove My Doubts! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 23, 2015

Doubt can become a stumbling block to the point that it becomes our God. God is bigger than my doubts and can remove them if I will allow Him to be my God.

INTRODUCTION • I hope that you have recovered from Christmas, and I know the Christmas weight is going to state falling off! • Christmas is the time when we celebrate the birth of Jesus. History shows us that indeed, there was a person of history named Jesus who lived when the the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Deeper Relationship Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 9, 2012

In this great exchange we gain some insight into the depth of the relationship Jesus has with Peter and we see the depth of relationship Peter THINKS he has with Jesus. Jesus knows Peter’s potential.

INTRODUCTION • DVD CLIP 29:50-31:05 • SLIDE #1 • How do you know if you have a strong relationship? Many times we can gauge the strength of a relationship by how we deal with adversity. • In our text this morning we will get the opportunity to watch an amazing conversation unfold as Jesus and ...read more

Scripture: John 13:36-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

O Theophilus Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jan 6, 2024

As we embark on this new chapter in our lives I would like to examine the book of Acts.

“O Theophilus” Acts 1:1-3 As we embark on this new chapter in our lives I would like to examine the book of Acts. There are 28 chapters and I have no idea how long this will take. Our goal will not to rush through the book but rather to examine each week the Word of God to learn from it and to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Best Friend Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 29, 2013

Beginning of a series looking at twelve followers of Jesus, their imperfections, and their victories. This sermon looks at the life of Simon Peter.

Today we begin a series I have entitled “The Dirty Dozen.” Jesus was always being accused of attracting the worst kind of people. In fact, He said He came to deliver these folks. I thought it might be interesting to examine twelve of these people and discover if perhaps we have some of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15

Denomination: Foursquare

Peter - The Big Fisherman Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 29, 2010

This is the 14th message on Bible characters. This message is part 1 of looking at the life of the Apostle Peter. The outline is 1-Peter's Conversion, 2-Peter's Courage, 3-Peter's Confession.

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS SERIES 14 – THE BIG FISHERMAN PETER PART 1 This morning, we’re continuing with our sermon series entitled CLOSE ENCOUNTERS And we’ve been talking over the last several weeks and months about the GLORIOUS FACT that no matter… --who you are --what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our First Love Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on May 17, 2022

Zeal for Christ and His Word must always be covered in love. Love for God and for others.

Lord of the Lamp Stands Revelation 2:1 NLT 1 “Write this letter to the angel of the church in Ephesus. This is the message from the one who holds the seven stars in his right hand, the one who walks among the seven gold lampstands: Angel - lit. “messenger.” Likely the person(s) who represented ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-8, Acts 19:28, Acts 20:29-30, Ephesians 5:11, John 13:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ