Sermons on Purging Temple:

The Way Is Given

Contributed by James May on Apr 19, 2016

Jesus came that we may have an open door to the throne of our Father in Heaven. He is the Way, the Truth and the Life. Now we need not a temple in Jerusalem or Mt. Gerazim. We are his temple and we must worship him in Spirit and in Truth.

The Way is Given Sunday, March 27, 2016 – Easter The Sabbath was dawning over Israel but there was a sadness that filled the hearts of many on this day. According to the Law of Moses, this was to be a day of rest from their labors and a time of being refreshed and getting prepared for the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Songs Of Ascent – Part 18 – Psalm 134 – Blessing Both Ways – God And Man And Message To The Temple Night Watchers – Final Message Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 22, 2024

This delightful Psalm sees the pilgrims arrive at Jerusalem and in the Temple where they encourage the Temple night watchmen to bless the LORD. A prayer is that the LORD will bless from Zion, and He certainly did and does. Blessings have come from Calvary in Zion. Bless the Lord!

THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 18 – PSALM 134 – BLESSING BOTH WAYS – GOD AND MAN AND MESSAGE TO THE TEMPLE NIGHT WATCHERS – FINAL MESSAGE {{Psalm 134:1 “Behold, bless the LORD, all servants of the LORD who serve by night in the house of the LORD! Psalm 134:2 Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 134:1-3, Mark 16:6, Job 35:10, Psalm 77:3-6, Hebrews 9:2-5, Psalm 129:8, Psalm 103:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David Builds An Altar Where Abraham Offered Up Isaac: The Future Site Of Solomon's Temple Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Nov 13, 2023

David builds an altar at the exact same place that hundreds of years earlier, Abraham came, and built an altar there as well when he was told to do so by God.

Here we find the last chapter of 2nd Samuel, the very last overview of the life of David and all that was done in the name of the Lord. King David had done so many great things, from defeating Goliath, to conquering enemy nations, to building up the nation economically and militarily. He had made ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Cry Of Hezekiah

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 27, 2006

Hezekiah stripped the gold from the doors of the temple of the Lord, and gave his own gold to the king of Assyria.

The Cry of Hezekiah Bible Text: Ii. Kings 20: 1-7 Ahaz was the king of Judah and he did everything he could against the Lord; Hezekiah could easily say He came from a dysfunctional family. Today, I would like to introduce you to a man of which God says, "AND THE LORD ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

8. Honoring God With Your Body Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 28, 2006

All Christians should refrain from any activity with their body that does not honor it as the temple of the Holy Spirit.

INTRO: John 8:31-32 (NIV) To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” The messages in this series on Real Life Christianity have been a bit heavy. Paul deals with some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mission Accomplished Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Apr 5, 2008

Despite much opposition the temple was rebuilt. This sermon looks at the reasons for the ultimate success of the Jews building project.

Text - "This house was finished on the third day of the month Adar". Why was the temple project successful? 1. GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY God said the temple would be built and it was. God’s sovereignty was particularly evident in lives of two kings - Cyrus and Darius. a) Cyrus the foreordained king - ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 6:15

The Righteous Anger Of Jesus

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 3, 2007

Sermon compares Jesus’ act of cleansing the Temple with the way He feels about many of our churches.

Introduction: Three weeks ago we looked at the Compassion of Christ. We saw how Jesus showed compassion to a Widow who had lost her son, a man who was suffering from leprosy, and over 4000 people who were hot, tired and hungry. This morning I want us to look at a passage of Scripture that deals ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

Grace And Personal Responsibility Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 31, 2011

If our bodies are indeed temples of God’s Spirit, then it matters how we treat them.

Romans 12:1-2 Introduction: A. It’s my body. I can do with it what I want. B. This is a typical argument in the abortion issue. The woman-and others who are proponents, use this argument to justify their decision. They may even propose what’s inside them is just a fetus and not a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Legacy Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 27, 2012

David left a legacy to God with the preparations for the building of the temple. What kind of legacy are you going to leave?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I always enjoy taking time to look at the different aspects of the life of David. Today we will conclude our short True Life series by looking at something that I believe we ought to give more attention to than we do. • In the text we will examine this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 22:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Truth In The Face Of Contempt

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 25, 2019

When the temple leaders chastised Jesus, He teaches a lesson about TRUTH while teaching in the synagogue.

Weekend Message/Devotion August 25, 2019 Truth in the Face of Contempt Luke 13:10-17 Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of His Presence

Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 26, 2021

King Solomon had one thing he sought to emphasize in the building of the temple: the presence of God. 

THE POWER OF HIS PRESENCE 1 KINGS 8 Introduction The world's most expensive building is the Abraj Al Bait, located in Mecca, Saudi Arabia - government owned complex of seven skyscraper motels designed to cater to the Muslim pilgrims traveling to Mecca. The royal clock tower has world's ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying The Proverbs: Lesson 1: The Fool

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2006

Do everything possible to get a fool out of your life. “Cast out the fool and contention will leave” (22:10). Paul says, “What part has a believer with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For you are the temple of the living Go

A. ABOUT PROVERBS 1. A proverb is a brief pithy saying or popular saying that encapsulates a practical truth in one or two lines. Notice “verb” is part of the word Proverbs suggesting action. 2. Purpose: “Apply your heart to knowledge so you will gain wisdom.” a. Knowledge: learning a lot of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Snow White Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 26, 2025

God calls us to be pure, but is that possible?

The Bible passage we just read is the verse that our older youth uses to identify themselves. They call themselves the 412 Youth Group (because of I Timothy 4:12) and essentially, they use that verse to declare that they want to be used by God, and they don’t want their AGE to get in the way of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12, Isaiah 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Zion To Harvest

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 27, 2025

This sermon on Psalm 65 describes how God, in His power and goodness, forgives the iniquities of His people and provides for the earth, moving from a scene of spiritual worship in the temple to a universal symphony of praise in the fields and valleys.

Today, we turn our attention to Psalm 65, a magnificent hymn of thanksgiving that takes us on a journey. It begins in the quiet halls of the temple, in the very presence of God, and then expands to encompass the entire globe. It is a psalm that celebrates God's power and His goodness, moving ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Into Sacred Space With Jesus

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 14, 2009

Jesus is adamant that sacred space be preserved as sacred space... our lives are sacred space!

Title: Into Sacred Space with Jesus Text: John 2:13-22 Thesis: Jesus is adamant that sacred space be preserved as sacred space. Introduction: The great temptation in working with this text is to cite Jesus as our example to act in righteous indignation against all that is offensive to us in our ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational