Sermons on Mattityahu 22:12:

The Parable Of The Wedding Feast: A Marriage Invite For You

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 4, 2022

Have you ever been to a very beautiful wedding ceremony? I’ve been to several weddings in my day that were just really something special.

Have you ever been to a very beautiful wedding ceremony? I’ve been to several weddings in my day that were just really something special. I think of my sisters wedding or my moms wedding to my step dad. Hard wood floors, flowers everywhere, beautiful smells, beautiful sights, the taste of sweet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:37, Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Rsvp

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 4, 2023

It is because we’re only human that we can come into God’s presence only under Jesus’ sponsorship, and clothed in his grace.

I got an offer last week that I almost didn’t refuse. It was from a travel company who, in return for my coming to a one-hour pitch for their company, would give me 4 free days and nights in any one of dozens of different destinations, and if I came between Tuesday and Thursday they’d double the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sharing The Kingdom Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of being known by God, our adoption into His kingdom, and our responsibility to invite others into this family of faith.

Welcome to our fourth and final week together in our current series, Known. To briefly recap we began by exploring how we are perfectly and intimately known by God Himself, the very Creator of the universe. He knows us so well in fact that He knows what’s best for us, He knows how we were created, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22, Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: Kingdom Sharing, Divine Adoption, Inviting Others

Sermon Series: Known

Invited To The Banquet Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon discusses the parable of a king's banquet in Matthew 22:1-14, symbolizing God's open invitation to all humanity to partake in His blessings, emphasizing the need for us to respond to His call and prepare ourselves for His kingdom.

Have you ever been to a really great dinner party? The kind of event that lingers in your mind for days and leaves you fully satisfied… What were the elements of the party that you remember? Is it the people? The food? The atmosphere? Maybe it’s a combination of all these things…Whatever it is, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: God's Invitation, Unconditional Love, Spiritual Preparedness

You Are Invited R.s.v.p.

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 11, 2025

This message proclaims God’s gracious invitation to salvation, pictured in Jesus’ parable of the wedding feast. It calls hearers to accept the free gift of Christ’s righteousness—the wedding garment—and to live daily in surrendered fellowship.

Introduction: The Search and the Invitation Picture the best church potluck you’ve ever attended. The tables sag under the weight of steaming casseroles, fragrant breads, fruit and desserts that dare you to try “just one bite.” Everyone brings something, but nobody goes hungry. Now imagine the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Luke 14:16-24, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 61:10, Revelation 19:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

You're Invited

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 21, 2025

God lovingly invites everyone to His eternal banquet; true acceptance means wearing Christ’s robe of righteousness, not our own efforts.

Section 1 – Introduction: The Search and the Invitation Picture the best church potluck you’ve ever attended. Tables sag under the weight of steaming casseroles, vege meatloaf, fragrant breads, and desserts that dare you to try “just one bite.” Everyone brings something, but nobody goes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Luke 14:16-24, Isaiah 61:10, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Revelation 19:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Parable Of The Wedding Dinner PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 30, 2023

This sermon aims to explore the parable of the great banquet in Matthew 22:1-14, emphasizing the divine invitation extended to all, the shocking refusal by some, and the necessity of accepting this invitation with a right relationship with Jesus.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. I want to welcome you all today as we dive into God's Word together. Today we'll take a journey into a profound parable of Jesus, as we explore the great banquet, the divine invitation, the shocking refusal, and the necessity of a right relationship with our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: Christ's Invitation

A Great Banquet PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Highlight the boundless mercy of God, expressed through His invitation to all people to partake in His goodness, and the joy and responsibility of accepting and sharing this invitation.

Good morning, family! This morning, we're going to be diving into some exciting passages of Scripture together. We're going to be exploring Matthew 22:1-14; Isaiah 25:1-9; and Philippians 4:1-9. These verses beautifully depict the invitation God extends to us, the joy of accepting that invitation, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Isaiah 25:1-9, Philippians 4:1-9

Topics: Rejoicing, Peace

The Big Invitation SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 10, 2023

God has given an invitation to eternal life. Will you accept or reject grace?

Good morning, good afternoon, or good evening, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we are united by a common purpose, a shared faith, and a mutual love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to learn, to grow, and to understand more about the incredible love ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: Grace

Is It Time To Receive? Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 28, 2025

God calls us to reject restless covetousness and instead receive, in His timing, the free garment of Christ’s righteousness and eternal life.

Part One – Drop the Shovel: Guard the Heart Opening Illustration – The Grand Canyon Shovel Some years ago I traveled to the Grand Canyon with my young son. We stood on the rim looking out over that breathtaking, mile-wide chasm. He tugged at my sleeve and asked, “Daddy, how did it form?” I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:20-27, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 22:11-14, James 1:14-25, 1 John 1:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sharing The Kingdom Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

We are part of God's family and have been given the kingdom. Let's invite others to join us.

Today we're talking about how God knows us inside out and wants to hang out with us. He's made us part of His squad, and now we get to invite others to join the party. Imagine you've got the latest, most awesome video game. It's so cool, you can't help but want to share it with your friends. You ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22, Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: Evangelism, Spiritual Growth, Divine Invitation, Kingdom Building

20th Sunday After Pentecost. October 11th, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 2, 2023

Year A, Proper 23.

Exodus 32:1-14, Psalm 106:1-6, Psalm 106:19-23, Isaiah 25:1-9, Psalm 23:1-6, Philippians 4:1-9, Matthew 22:1-14 A). WHO BROUGHT ISRAEL OUT OF EGYPT. Exodus 32:1-14. The people began by saying, “Moses, the man that brought us up out of the land of Egypt” (Exodus 32:1). Then they changed ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-14, Psalm 106:1-6, Psalm 106:19-23, Isaiah 25:1-9, Psalm 23:1-6, Philippians 4:1-9, Matthew 22:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Twenty-Eighth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A: Marriage Supper Of The Lamb

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 2, 2023

Heaven is the ultimate end and fulfilment of the deepest human longings, the state of supreme, definitive happiness

At the wedding rehearsal, the bride told the priest that she was nervous that she would not remember what to do during the wedding. The celebrant told her that she only needed to remember 3 things. First the aisle, because that is what you'll be walking down. Secondly, the altar because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

Supper Time

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

God’s feast is ready; the call is now—accept His grace, wear His robe, and take your seat at the table.

I grew up one of seven children. In a house that full, noise was normal—laughing, teasing, fussing, the thud of feet running in and out the back door. But no matter how wild the day got, there was one sound that could stop everything in an instant. It wasn’t thunder. It wasn’t Dad’s whistle. It ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:10, Revelation 19:9, Romans 13:14, Luke 14:16-24, Matthew 22:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Rsvp-Ing Your Future Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 20, 2024

What is this wedding feast Jesus tells of, and what can I do to make sure I'm included?

Randy Alcorn told story about his friend Ruthanna Metzgar, a professional singer. She had been asked to sing at the wedding of a very wealthy man, and they were invited to the reception. It was being held on the top two floors of the Columbia Tower in Seattle - the tallest skyscraper in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ