Sermons on San Mateo 11:29:

By Grace

Contributed by Steve Gladwell on Jul 2, 2002

Looking at our burdens and Christ’s.

Last time I was here many of you were away at Easter People. While you were off enjoying your holiday, or your hard work, or a spiritual break, I was stood up here talking about the disciple Thomas. I finished the service that morning by asking all those here to write down your greatest fears or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, Romans 7:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Invitation

Contributed by Steve Gladwell on Jul 2, 2002

Are we accepting this invitation? Are we passing ot on to others?

The Great Invitation. How many of you were disappointed by what went on during the Queens Jubilee a month ago? I have to confess here that I was, yes, in spite of all the money spent on them, the parties in the park, the extensive live coverage by the BBC and the fireworks afterwards, I was still ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Nutgrass Of The Soul

Contributed by Cynthia Hinson on Jul 6, 2002

Tough, arrogant and persistent, sin (like nutgrass) will (in Malachi’s words) be burnt to stubble to make way for the Kingdom. Don’t be childish -- our faith is not a game. The prophets have warned us -- and now, someone greater than a prophet is here.

Nutgrass of the Soul Matthew 11:2-30 Rev. Cynthia T. Hinson – St. Paul United Methodist Church – Conroe, TX – July 7, 2002 The very last book of the Old Testament is Malachi, and the last verses of the last chapter of that book read thus: 1 "For behold, the day comes, burning like an oven, when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-30, Malachi 4:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Frustration!

Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Jul 9, 2002

A look at frustration (and its cure) through the eyes of St. Paul in his letter to the Romans.

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Frustration. How many of you here today have been frustrated in the past week? How many of you have suffered some form of frustration even this morning? Did anybody pull out in front of you when you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25, Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is God Like - Part 2

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 9, 2002

Jesus reveals His true character – one which you will find at once comforting and challenging – part 2

Today we conclude a study that we began last Sunday in Matthew 11 – answering the question: "What is God like"? If you missed it, pick up the tape. But to bring us up to speed – John the Baptist, having baptized Jesus as the Messiah, has some doubts and sends his disciples to ask the question: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

No Magic Wand (Or Aleeve Does Not Relieve)

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 18, 2002

There is no magic wand to cure our pain in life.

NO MAGIC WAND (or "Aleeve does not relieve") Matthew 11:28-29 INTRO.- ILL.- A fellow who owned a pizza place was audited by the IRS. The agent said, "I want to know about all of your travel expenses. For example, you have expenses for six trips to Rome just this year. How do you justify ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mango Of Meekness Series

Contributed by James Westervelt on Mar 30, 2002

This is what Biblical meekness is all about: "Strength under control," "being unoccupied with self and genuinely concerned for God and others." It is the exact opposite of "self-assertiveness" and "self-interest."

THE MANGO OF MEEKNESS Intro: A mango is a tropical fruit which hasn’t really "caught on" like the orange, the pineapple or the banana. For those who have acquired a taste for it, it’s sweet and delicious. But for those who haven’t, it’s "different" enough to taste "funny." ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22, Matthew 11:29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

El Yugo De Cristo

Contributed by Adrián Olivas on Apr 22, 2002

Exhortad al esclavo del pecado acerca de la necedad y locura de continuar en su penosa vida de pecado. Invitadle a probar el suave yugo de Cristo. Animad a los discípulos de Cristo a "seguir al Cordero por donde quiera que fuera". Imitando sus virtudes.

EL YUGO DE CRISTO Mateo 11:29-30 Introducción: El capítulo del cual seleccionamos este ejemplo empieza con el mensaje enviado por Juan a Cristo y la respuesta de Este (ver. 3-6). Cristo ensalza el carácter de Juan (ver. 7-11) y censura al pueblo por su menosprecio, tanto del ministerio de Juan ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:29-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Hold Me Jesus"

Contributed by David Washburn on Feb 4, 2003

There are times when life just doesn’t make sense, and the best thing we can do is cry out, "Hold Me Jesus."

Rich Mullins sings a song in which part of the lyrics say, “Sometimes my life just don’t make sense at all. The mountains seem so big and my faith just seems so small. Hold me Jesus, for I’m shaking like a leaf, you have been king of my glory, won’t you be my Prince of Peace.” I can’t tell you how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Where Crowds Gather-----Dare To Be Defferent

Contributed by Michael Davis on Mar 2, 2002

People today are coming to church service after service and going home just like they came or worse because nothing happened.

WHERE CROWDS GATHER----DARE TO BE DIFFERENT MATTHEW 11: 28-30 28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me;; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Can Overcome Our Hurts

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 3, 2001

Here was a man, for 38 years unable to walk, a burden to others, & probably with little sense of self-worth. Let's see how Jesus dealt with this man and his needs.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2018) TEXT: John 5:1-15; Matthew 11:28-30 A. When you look around at the people who attend church on Sunday, what do you see? Do you see remarkable people, dressed in fine clothes who have it all together? Or do you see hurting ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15, Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 15:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lay Down Your Burdens

Contributed by Kent Hawkins on Jan 22, 2001

Jesus will help ease the burdens you are carrying.

Lay Down Your Burdens The first time I took a group of youth into the Smokey Mountains, we hiked to Abrams Falls. 2.5 mile hike each way 40 ft. big waterfall. During our time there, one of the youth hurt leg and couldn’t walk. No vehicles, bikes, - arm over my & other adult shoulder, carried out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, 1 Peter 5:6-7

A Special Invitation For You

Contributed by Wade Bridges on Feb 26, 2001

An Invitation Sermon for the Lost

A Special Invitation to YOU! Matthew 11:28-30 Everyone has at one time or another received an Invitation to something. It may have been for a Birthday Party, a Wedding, Etc. Today, in our Text Verses, we see an Invitation. Let us examine this Invitation from the Word of God. 1. WHO THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Stress Busters

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 10, 2001

Life is full of stress which needs to busted or removed from our lives.

STRESS BUSTERS Matthew 11:28-30 INTRO.- Stress. Who needs it? No one. Who wants it? No one. Who has it? Everyone. ILL.- Joe Krebs is a local TV anchorman in Washington D.C. His three-hour morning newscast requires that he wake up every morning at 2:30 a.m. He found out about the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Jesus Can Give You Peace Of Mind

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

While some illnesses are a normal part of life, millions are searching in vain for that elusive peace of mind to calm their nerves. Jesus said, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts b

Stress related illnesses are growing exponentially in societies throughout the world. New drugs are invented every year to reduce hyper-tension and blood pressure problems. While some illnesses are a normal part of life, millions are searching in vain for that elusive peace of mind to calm their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational