Sermons on San Mateo 4:18:

Behold, I Will Make You Fishers Of Men Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jan 4, 2016

Jesus calls Peter and Andrew, James and John. What kind of people did our Lord call to His service?

I. Introduction A. "So, what's the matter?" asked one woman of her friend over coffee. "I thought you just got back from a nice relaxing fishing trip with your husband." "Oh, everything went wrong," the second woman answered. "First, he said I talked so loud I would scare the fish. Then he said ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

Fisher's Of Men...no Bait Required

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 21, 2016

This is the foundation of how the Church grows. For years I’ve been bothered by the GIMMICK VS. GOSPEL approach to ministry in general and evangelism in particular. It seems we don’t think God’s gospel is quite good enough to reach folks,

Some thoughts in this message are from the archives of C.H. Spurgeon who preached in the 1800’s TITLE: FISHERS OF MEN….NO BAIT REQUIRED SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 4:18-20 / ST. MARK 1:17 Since my return to Ardmore, Deacon Cooley and a few other brothers have taken me out fishing. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Launching Out Into The Deep Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jan 22, 2016

A description of evangelism the first thing Jesus called His disciples to do, showing it priority, the power behind it and practical steps every church should take.

Annual Sermons: Vol. 12 Sermon 9 Bob Marcaurelle Mt. 4:18-20, Lk. 5:1-11 Yahoo search to: homeorchurchbiblestudy.com bob marcaurelle Anderson SC LAUNCHING OUT INTO THE DEEP This miracle is not about fishing - it is about evangelism - fishing for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

To Whom Has The Kingdom Of Heaven Come Near?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 26, 2016

Who is Israel?

To Whom Has the Kingdom of Heaven Come Near? Matthew 4:17-25 Last week we looked at the passage about the three temptations of Jesus. We mentioned that Jesus was re-enacting the wandering of the Israelites in the Wilderness. When we read about their journey, we discover that they were always ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-25, Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Understanding Temptation Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Oct 31, 2016

Why do we sin against God? Why do we mess up, make terrible choices, and then have to live with the consequences? Why do we get ourselves into bondage to sin and certain destructive patterns of behavior?

Understanding Temptation Matthew 4 Introduction: 1. Why do we sin against God? Why do we mess up, make terrible choices, and then have to live with the consequences? Why do we get ourselves into bondage to sin and certain destructive patterns of behavior? • Have you ever done something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-25

Denomination: Bible Church

Empowering For Adventure Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 22, 2016

Jesus chose "ordinary, unschooled" men to be His disciples. For 3 years He equipped them for a ministry that turned the world upside down. But how did Jesus change them so they were ready for that adventure. And how can He do the same for us?

OPEN: In 1972, NASA launched a space probe named Pioneer 10. The satellite’s primary mission was to reach Jupiter, study the planet and its moons, and beam the data back to earth. Scientists regarded this as a bold plan, for at that time no earth satellite had ever gone beyond Mars, and they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Mission, Should You Choose To Accept It…

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 1, 2015

Our mission, should we choose to accept it, is to proclaim the good news of the kingdom to our world today. That does not mean that we have to seek an active role in ministry. We are all given gifts from God to use in our mission.

Today, we are celebrating two special occasions in the life of our Diocese-Mission Sunday, and Anglican Church Women Sunday. Rev. Judy is celebrating Missions Sunday with another church in our Diocese this morning, as she has been asked to explain to that congregation what her role as a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Anglican

Walk This Way Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 8, 2015

To be a disciple of Jesus, we must imitate him in our lives. This lesson gives us a brief look at the Rabbi, Jesus.

1. Walk This Way: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Twf0ffG0v_8 2. Jesus called disciples to follow him -- Matthew 4.18-22 3. Jesus continues to call disciples 4. Do we understand what it means to be disciples of Jesus? Responses from comment cards given to the staff members at Bridger Wilderness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dispelling The Darkness

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 23, 2015

What we’re trying to do is push back the darkness.

So, Matthew says that, “when Jesus heard that John [the Baptist] had been arrested, he withdrew….” What does that tell us? It tells us – doesn’t it? – that there is a force of darkness at work in this world. And we know what that means, of course. It means there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

True Disciple

Contributed by John Ong on Jun 17, 2015

It is vital that we first heed the words of our Savior and count the cost of discipleship before we truly desire to be His followers.

Citing Luke 14:26, the disciple of our Lord Jesus Christ should put his Master above those closest and beloved to him. “If anyone comes to Me, and does not hate his own father and mother and wife and children and brothers and sisters, … he cannot be my disciple. It is vital that we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God Makes You"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 22, 2015

God can make you a disciple, make your name great, make you a great nation, make you a great name, God can make us spectacular if we follow the right person, if we make right preparation, and be in the right places.

God Makes You. Matthew 4:17-22 1. The Scripture says Follow Christ and He will Make you. 1. Matthew 4:19 Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." 2. Abraham Followed and God makes him a Great Nation .Genesis 12: 2"into a great nation and God says and I will make you blessed; I will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-22

Denomination: Methodist

Working Together To Fish For People

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 2, 2015

The apostle Paul tells us that we have to work together and be united in their faith in Christ. When we work together to fish for people, we can do great things.

Good morning boys and girls! How many of your have ever gone fishing? What do you have to take with you when you go fishing? Suppose you forgot to take one of these things with you? Would you be able to catch any fish? Everything you need to go fishing works together to help you catch fish. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Anglican

The Dawning Of The Kingdom Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 5, 2013

Matthew writes his commentary from a historical Jewish viewpoint, but God is the "ghost-writer" through the Holy Spirit. Jesus reveals the light of God's Kingdom and of His grace. In This study we see the Light of the Gospel in the beginning of Jesus' M

The Dawning of the Kingdom of Heaven Matthew 4:12-22 If you have spent one hour watching TV or a movie in the last week, please take 15 minutes to read this! The question MOST people ask themselves when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Invitation Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 24, 2013

God's pursuit of us, life change, invitation

THE GREAT INVITATION Matt 4: 18-22 (p677) April 21, 2013 INTRODUCTION: I have been invited to do some really cool things in my life…Melvin Richardson’s son Joe invited me to fly with him in a P51 Mustang…”Yes I took him up on the invitation…and yes, It was as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What We Learn From Fishing

Contributed by Michael Ward on May 4, 2013

Successful fisherman are properly prepared and dedicated to their craft; called to be "fishers of men," Christians must also be dedicated to our calling.

Introduction A. Matthew 4:18-22. B. Think for a moment of the positive results of fishing. 1. Fishing is a healthy, fresh-air activity, very relaxing (for the most part). 2. Fishing provides a perfect setting for fun and togetherness with family and friends. 3. Fishing is a good way to make new ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22