Sermons on Mattityahu 23:27:

Examining Our Heroes And Our Hearts

Contributed by Don Campbell on Feb 2, 2026

In Matthew 23, Jesus pronounced seven woes denouncing superficial righteousness.

EXAMINING OUR HEROES AND OUR HEARTS MATTHEW 23 INTRODUCTION A. Lilyan Wilder in Professionally Speaking refers to the “invent-an-image politicians,” in which many politicians hire consultants to teach them how to “look natural.” She says that it doesn’t work because, “You can’t create humanity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are All Crazy!

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

I heard a saying once that tickled my brain. It says: We are all crazy, just some hide it better than others! I know a lot of you believe in me and I appreciate that. But it also sort of scares me, because I always knew I was real.

We are All Crazy! I heard a saying once that tickled my brain. It says: We are all crazy, just some hide it better than others! 33% Crazy?: It’s said that 33% of the people have mental illness, that’s 1 in 3! Do you know how to detect who’s crazy? You look to your left to see if they are ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9, Mark 7:21-23, Matthew 23:27, Romans 8:7, Romans 7:18, Genesis 6:5, Isaiah 1:5-6, 1 Corinthians 11:28-30, James 1:14-15, Matthew 24:12, Ezekiel 36:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Superficial Love

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

What is real love? Everyone wants real love! God is Love!

Superficial Love Valentine's day is coming up so I thought we’d talk about love! What is real love? We want real love! God is Love Most Popular were Good Looking Have you ever noticed that the good looking was always the most popular? They always got the date - Yeah I’m jealous because I’m ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12, Matthew 23:25-28, Matthew 6:25-29, Matthew 10:29-31, Isaiah 53:1-3, 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, 1 John 4:7-21, John 13:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

True Hope And False Hope PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023

This sermon explores the difference between true hope, grounded in faith, and false hope, which is superficial and hypocritical, using Matthew 23:27-28 as a guide.

Hello, family! It's a blessing to be with you all today. We're here to talk about something that we all need in our lives - hope. Now, hope can be a tricky thing, can't it? Sometimes it's a beacon in the dark, lighting our way. Other times, it seems to be just out of reach, a mirage in the desert ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27-28

Topics: Avoid Hypocrisy

Warning Disguises?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 7, 2024

The enemy can come as an angel in disguise.

WARNING REAL DISGUISES. BLESSINGS OFTEN COME IN DISGUISE. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) WHEN I WAS IN THE 6TH, 7TH AND 8TH GRADE IT WAS MY CHORE TO DO THE DISHES EVERY OTHER NIGHT. When it was my night it was amazing I had a headache, a really bad ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:10-14, Matthew 23:27-28, Psalm 51:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rebuking And Correcting Sins Of Others Is Not Hatred Nor Self-Righteous. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 9, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore biblical examples of loving rebuke, demonstrating that correcting others is not about hatred or self-righteousness, but about restoring and edifying the body of Christ.

Rebuking and correcting the sins of others is often misunderstood as an act of hatred or self-righteousness. However, the Bible teaches that correcting other is a necessary aspect of loving and caring for them and a mark of true care and concern. As Christians, we are called to love one another, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-14, Matthew 23:1-36, 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Religion Of Hypocrites Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 10, 2025

He called them blind guides (Matthew 23:16), snakes and brood of vipers (23:33). We are called to practice true godliness, sincere love, and enduring faith.

Text: Matthew 23:23-32 Theme: Hypocrite Religion   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever!   Introduction: Today, we would meditate and understand what doesn’t mean hypocrisy, and how Pharisees and scribes were hypocrites, and where we stand in our spiritual life. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-32

Denomination: Methodist

Whitewashed Tomb Christians Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 10, 2025

This metaphor reveals the contrast between outward appearances and inner reality, exposing the hypocrisy that plagues many who claim to follow God.

In Matthew 23:27-28, Jesus unleashes a scathing critique on the Pharisees, calling them "whitewashed tombs, which outwardly appear beautiful, but within are full of dead men's bones and all uncleanness." This metaphor reveals the contrast between outward appearances and inner reality, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Discipleship Will Cost You, Part 4 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 8, 2026

Continuing our journey in discipleship, we face several questions in the first century AD that are still relevant now such as: Do we come to church to truly hear from God; Do we come to be challenged to be like Jesus; Are we coming to church simply for ourselves, to get out of it what we want?

John, Part 30 Series: Discipleship Will Cost You, Part 4 Passage: John 7:19-24 FOCUS: Continuing our focus on Discipleship and its personal cost Discipleship is the process of becoming like Jesus; changing our wants to His This means giving up what you desire to follow the One who is ...read more

Scripture: John 7:19-24, Jeremiah 14:14, Matthew 24:24, Matthew 23:27, John 5:36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational