Sermons on Mount Moriah:

A House Of Cards - Matthew 7:24-27 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 20, 2024

What is the "rock" Jesus tells us to build our house on? The Word of God? Jesus? No. Both the rock builders and the sand builders are building on Jesus' words. It's not enough to build on his words. Jesus tells us the difference between rock and sand.

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 7:24-27

Going The Extra Mile

Contributed by Yesua Cengiz on Nov 30, 2024

Dear brothers and sisters, Following Christ is not a call to an ordinary life. The teachings of Jesus call us to be transformed by God’s grace and to reflect His character in our actions.

Going the Extra Mile Matthew 5:38-42 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’ But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42, Matthew 5:41, Mark 15:21

Fulfilling The Law

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 17, 2024

The Great Chicago Fire

Around 8:30 pm on October 8th 1871, a fire broke out in a small barn in Chicago. Within a few hours it became one of the most devastating fires in American history. Over 2.5 square miles were totally destroyed. 17,000 structures Around 300 lives lost 1000,000 left homeless, which at the time, was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

God Of The Impossible

Contributed by Peter Reece on Sep 28, 2025

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus demands total purity, of heart, mind, and spirit – an impossible standard for anyone to reach.

Mattew 7:7 – 29 – God of the Impossible This is a whole chunk of Matthew’s Gospel and forms the end of the Sermon-on-the-Mount, which started back at the beginning of chapter 5. We normally study these sections individually and could preach a whole sermon on each of them, but today we are going to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-29

The Anchor Of Our Hope

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jul 22, 2001

In an age of deception and denial we have to wonder if there is anyone that we can tryly trust? Is there anyone who stands by their word? The writer of Hebrews shares with us that Jesus is the Anchor of our hope.

The Anchor Of Our Hope Hebrews 6:13-20 For most people having the security of knowing that we can deal with things at face value is of great importance. Eighteen years ago, Connie promised to love me with all of her heart for the rest of her days. In eighteen years she has held tightly to her ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Own Personal Alcatraz Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Feb 8, 2001

This is part six in a series on Galatians (my assoc. preached part five, so sorry it’s missing!)

The Triumph of Grace ¡§Your Own Personal Alcatraz¡¨ July 2, 2000 This Morning¡¦s Text ¡V Galatians 3:15-25 ¡§Brethren, I speak in terms of human relations: even though it is only a man¡¦s covenant, yet when it has been ratified, no one sets it aside or adds conditions to it. Now the promises were ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Why Do We Worship?

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Jul 10, 2002

There may be different styles of music, but according to God there is only one style of worship.Taken from an essay written for Kentucky Christian College on Isa.5-7:25.

Worship Sermon July 21 2002 Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Fl 33711 Isaiah 6: 1-9, John 4:1-21, Genesis 22:5, Rm. 12:1-2, Rev 19:5-6 1. The Sermon topic today is worship. The questions for us to answer today are: what is worship? What does it look like in the Christian’s life? How ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, John 4:4-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marks Of A Genuine Faith Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Aug 27, 2005

6th message in James series. James pleads for marks of Christ’s Lordship to be evident and shows that genuine faith must be expressed not only in confession, but in practice.

Danish theologian, Soren Kierkegaard, told of a make-believe country inhabited only by ducks. One Sunday morning the ducks all came to church, and waddled down the aisle into their pews. The duck preacher took his place behind the pulpit, opened the duck Bible and read, “Ducks! You can have wings, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

The Preparation For Victory (3 Of 9) Series

Contributed by James O. Davis on Nov 8, 2011

If we want to walk in the land of victory, there comes a time when we need to wait on God.

Join us at the Synergize 3! Pastors Conference on January 17–19, 2012 in Orlando, Florida, to network with key Christian leaders from every world region. Learn more at www.synergize.tv. ________________ INTRODUCTION The principle of preparation is one of the keys to possessing the land of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:10-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Right On The Money Part 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

Did you know that God’s Word has more to say about money than any other thing in the New Testament?

Also, probably money and things related to money are talked about more than any other thing today. It seems that everyone is trying to figure how to get as much money as they can. Illus: A young fellow by the name of Sammy liked to hang out at the local grocery store. The owner didn't know ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Talk Is Cheap

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 6, 2019

Actions or works may not create faith but they can reveal the substance and form of a person’s faith. To me, works is our faith made visible. “For just as a body without the spirit is dead” … a corpse … “so faith without works is also dead” … a corpse (James 2:26).

[Put up picture of me on screen.] Let me tell you a little bit about that man in the photo. He was 40 years old when that picture was taken. He was 20 months sober at the time. Well … “sober” is not the right word. He was a dry drunk” … which means that he hadn’t picked up a drink in 20 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-25, Deuteronomy 15:15-17, James 2:14-26

Denomination: United Methodist

The Pair Expelled From The Garden Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 3, 2018

The pair has already shown their weakness when confronted by temptation; a lack of will-power and a desire to “do their own thing,” therefore the LORD God will act to insure they cannot eat from the tree of life.

September 3, 2013 Commentary on the Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.B.6: The Pair Expelled from the Garden. Gen. 3.22-24 (KJV) 22 And the LORD God said, Behold, the man is become as one of us, to know good and evil: and now, lest he put forth his hand, and take also of the tree ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Sacred Name

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 18, 2023

Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? "Do not take Name of the Lord your God in vain, for God will not hold you guiltless," meaning He will not forgive that.

Today, "The Sacred Name". Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? Consider the rich benefits of keeping the Ten Commandments. It's the blueprint for a great society in America. America has lost its moral compass, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Christmas Miracle

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Dec 28, 2022

The Christmas miracle is the story of a Child that was born in a cave to a virgin named Mary, contrary to the laws of nature. Christmas is the celebration of a Child. The Child Who would save His people from their sins.

The Christmas miracle is the story of a Child that was born in a cave to a virgin named Mary, contrary to the laws of nature. This Child lived in poverty and reared in obscurity. He did not travel extensively. Only once did He leave the country in which He was born when He, during His childhood, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overcoming Temptations Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 17, 2022

Solomon's downfall began when he married the daughter of the Egyptian Pharaoh to seal a political alliance. He could not control his lust. Among Solomon's 700 wives and 300 concubines were many foreigners, which angered God.

Overcoming Temptations King Solomon was the wisest man ever and also one of the most foolish. God gifted him with unsurpassed wisdom, which Solomon squandered by disobeying God's commandments. Solomon's most notable achievements were his building projects, particularly the temple in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:11-15

Denomination: Baptist