Sermons on Pharisaic Hypocrisy:

Now What-- Will It Make A Difference

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 3, 2014

Does Knowing Your Church's Purpose Statement make a difference in the lives of its people.

Now What--What Difference Will It Make? NLAC August 31st, 2014 Psalm 15:1-5 Matthew 7:13-27 We are completing our series on “We Accept The Job—Our Mission.” The job we accepted was to love others, to teach the word, to reach the world and to support it all with our ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

All The World Is A Stage

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 28, 2013

The deed is done before the all-seeing God. His approval is reward enough in itself.

ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE. Matthew 6:1-6; Matthew 6:16-21. “All the world’s a stage,” Shakespeare reminds us, “and all the men and women merely players.” “And one man,” continues the playwright, “in his time plays many parts…” Jesus’ teaching on almsgiving, prayer and fasting in the Sermon on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-21, Matthew 6:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stop Play Acting! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 19, 2014

Psalm 50 (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Holy Judge (vs 1-6) (2). The Heartless Worshippers (vs 7-15). (3). The Hypocritical Worshippers (vs 16-22) (4). The Honest Worshippers (vs 23) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Chambers • Criminal Justice • Crown Court • Garrows Law • Judge John ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 50:1-23

Denomination: Brethren

If I Tell The World

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 12, 2012

Do our actions line up to our words? Is the ‘fear of the Lord’ seen daily in our walk, talk and life? Have you publically confessed Christ and acknowledged that He is your Lord and Savior? If your faith in Christ is worth having, it’s worth sharing.

Opening illustration: At the close of an evangelistic meeting held by D. L. Moody, a Norwegian youth stood up to testify of his faith in the Lord. He wanted the congregation to know that he had been saved, but he had difficulty speaking English. Haltingly he managed to say, “I’m up here because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Be A Pharisee! Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 7, 2013

A sermon examining the danger of becoming a modern day Pharisee.

DON’T BE A PHARISEE! Matthew 9:11-13 The Pharisees were an influential religious sect within Judaism in the days of Jesus’ earthy ministry. This group was mostly comprised of middle-class businessmen and leaders of the synagogues. Though the Pharisees were a minority within the Sanhedrin (the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Intentions Of The Heart

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 31, 2015

Within, is the place where change needs to begin... where good intentions are reflected by godly actions.

Title: The Intentions of the Heart Text: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15 and 21-23 (Mark 7:1-23) Thesis: Within, is the place where change needs to begin… where good intentions are reflected by godly actions. Introduction There is a project in the works that is doing Depravity Standard research. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Audience Of One Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Oct 1, 2015

True worship is all about God, not about us. How important it is that we serve God and communicate with Him in a way that takes the focus off of us and puts it on Him!

An Audience of One Matthew 6:1-6 "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 6:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unqualified Leader Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 20, 2017

If you want to be a positive influence on others, don't compromise with the world, take care of your family, be consistent in the way you live your life, but most of all, count on God's grace.

Peter Falk (1927-2011), who died just a few years ago, will always be remembered for the role he played as an eccentric, sloppy detective in the TV series called “Columbo.” More often than not, he played dumb, but that put his subjects off guard, and he was always able to solve his cases as a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Freedom's Power Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 12, 2016

If you want to be a better person, don't depend on a list; depend on the Lord.

A couple of years ago (2014), Lowe's produced a commercial that shows a proud do-it-yourselfer installing a new ceiling fan in his family's living room. Take a look (show Lowe’s Commercial, Ceiling Fan, 2014) After he proudly gives the fan one last little turn, climbs off the aluminum ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Rapture Ready--Living With Authentic Faith Matthew 23 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 14, 2025

To be rapture ready, we must move from empty religion to authentic relationship with CHRIST. JESUS condemns hypocrisy and calls us to authentic faith expressed in humility, obedience, and servant leadership. Outward show can’t replace inward surrender. Be watchful. Be faithful. Be ready.

2025.09.14 Sermon. RAPTURE READY_LIVING WITH AUTHENTIC FAITH_WOE TO HYPOCRISY, YES TO HUMILITY Matthew 23 William Akehurst, HSWC Scripture Readings Matthew 23:1-39, 2 Timothy 3:5, James 1:22, Philippians 2:3, Luke 12:1, John 10:9, 1 Timothy 6:5, Micah 6:8, Matthew 15:8, 1 Samuel 16:7, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39, 2 Timothy 3:5, James 1:22, Philippians 2:3, Luke 12:1, John 10:9, 1 Timothy 6:5, Micah 6:8, Matthew 15:8, 1 Samuel 16:7, Matthew 5:20, Matthew 7:21-23, Revelation 3:1-3, 2 Peter 3:9, John 14:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Matthew 24:44, Matthew 23:12, 1 Thessalonians 5:6, Matthew 23:39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Eyes Of A Doctor Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 14, 2020

If you want to truly help people recover from failure, lead with compassion, not condemnation; lead by example, not by examination; and lead with wisdom; not words. To put it succinctly, see with the eyes of a doctor, not a judge.

A man went to see his doctor in an acute state of anxiety. “Doctor,” he said, “you have to help me. I'm dying. Everywhere I touch it hurts. I touch my head and it hurts. I touch my leg and it hurts. I touch my stomach and it hurts. I touch my chest and it hurts. You have to help me, Doc, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Uncovering Counterfeits Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 5, 2020

To discern true or false preachers, look beyond their apparel; look beyond their appeal; and look beyond their approach.

How many of you have heard of the “five-second rule”? It’s the popular notion that food dropped on the floor and picked up within five seconds is “safe,” because bacteria need at least five seconds to transfer from the floor to the food. Parents sometimes apply the rule to pacifiers (after their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God’s Chosen People Will Be Judged First. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 1, 2019

Judgment starts at the place of God as Christians are chastised By God when they sin.

Judgment starts at the place of God as Christians are chastised By God when they sin. Scriptures are evident that even the People of God will be judged in this life, despite the fact that Christ has borne the full punishment for every one of our transgressions. For 1 Peter 4:17 tells us, “it is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17, Matthew 23:25

I Never Knew You Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 30, 2025

Jesus' statement "I never knew you" serves as a warning to those who claim to be His followers ...

In Matthew 7:21-23, Jesus says, "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. Many will say to me on that day, 'Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name drive out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:23

Divine Justice And Protection For The Vulnerable Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 10, 2024

In a world where the strong often prey on the weak, it's comforting to know that a higher power watches over the innocent and vulnerable.

In a world where the strong often prey on the weak, it's comforting to know that a higher power watches over the innocent and vulnerable. Exploitation, manipulation, and abuse of power can take many forms, but one thing is certain that God stands with the victim and punishes the wicked. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:5, Deuteronomy 10:18