Sermons on San Mateo 7:16:

The Sermon On The Mount (Part 21) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 17, 2020

Today, as we look at Matthew 7:15-20, we see Jesus warning us to look out for false prophets and teachers. He tells us we will know them by the fruit they produce.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part 21) Matthew 7:15-20 1) Watch out! Matt. 7:15-20, “Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, Romans 16:17-18, Acts 20:28-31, Galatians 1:6-10, Luke 3:8-14, John 15:1-6, Psalm 1:1-3, Psalm 92:12-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walking The Narrow Way

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 29, 2020

The two ways and their two gates, false teachers and true ministers.

WALKING THE NARROW WAY. Matthew 7:13-23. The Sermon on the Mount is book-ended in these terms. ‘Seeing the MULTITUDES (Jesus) went up into a mountain: and when He was set, His DISCIPLES came unto Him’ (Matthew 5:1). ‘And when Jesus had ended these sayings, the PEOPLE were astonished at His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

The Parable Of The House Built On The Rock Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Nov 28, 2019

Life consists of the choices we make and is built on the things we do every single day. ? How do you know that your world isn’t just going to fall to pieces when the storm comes in

The parable of the house built on the rock Matt. 7:13-29 Life consists of the choices we make and is built on the things we do every single day. But how do you know if the life you’re building is secure? How do you know that your world isn’t just going to fall to pieces when the storm comes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Do I Need Holy Spirit - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Nov 29, 2019

Has anyone ever asked you, "Why do I need Holy Spirit?" If so, what did you tell them? Here is a study that may help us more thoroughly answer this question!

Holy Spirit is the third person of the triune Godhead. Often, when God makes Himself known, He will do it through a Holy Spirit manifestation. The three most common “known” forms of God’s presence are: 1. The Omnipresence – Ever present God (Whether we feel Him or not) 2. Indwelling Presence – The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:26, Ephesians 1:16-19, Matthew 7:15-16, Proverbs 4:7, Hebrews 7:25, Acts 1:8, John 16:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Christian And False Prophets Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Dec 9, 2019

A few differences between cults and the Christian faith

How do you tell the difference between a cult and the Christian religion? There are many ways, but the best ways are as follows. I. Their Views on the Bible A. The Christian faith 1. It was written by men supernaturally inspired. 2. It is truth without error. 3. It is the complete and final ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Challenge Sermon Xii: Continue Your Journey In Peace Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 12, 2019

In times like these, every one of us must make a choice between the way of spiritual life and the way of spiritual death. Life has its crossroads, and the choice we make determines our destiny. The way of Christ is the way of Peace!

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON XII: CHOOSE THE RIGHT WAY AND CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY IN PEACE! Getting on an airplane at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is quite a challenge. There’s a right way and a wrong way. If you try to board the aircraft any other way than that which is prescribed, you will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27

Wait For It...

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 19, 2021

Patience perfects Christian character and teaches us how to trust in the Lord. Patience is the tool that God often uses to mature us in Him.

James 1:2-4 Introductory Story A man and his wife are awakened at 3 a.m. by a loud pounding on their door. The man gets up and goes to the door where a drunken stranger in the pouring rain is asking for a push. “Not a chance,” says the husband- “It’s three o’clock in the morning!” He slams the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Mark 11:22-24, Psalm 4:1, 1 Peter 4:12-13, 1 Peter 1:6-8, Matthew 7:15-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Attribute Three | A Man Is Radically Obedient Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Apr 29, 2018

A man is radically obedient. A man invites obedience to God’s moral code because he understands that morality exists outside of himself. He can obey God even when he is uncomfortable and cannot see the whole picture.

Radical obedience, gentlemen. Radical obedience. So each time – I said I was going to share with you one thing that Jesus did with each one of these attributes and the thing that he said in regard to it. Philippians 2:8 reads, “And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

One Thing Leads To The Other Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 16, 2021

Working through the book of Philippians using consecutive expository preaching.

Series: Philippians Sermon: “One Thing Leads to the Other” Philippians 1:9-11 Pastor John Bright Philippians 1 “9 And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more in knowledge and all discernment, 10 that you may approve the things that are excellent, that you may be sincere and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11, Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Spirit Of Python, Don't Be Fooled

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 24, 2015

The Spirit of Python, Don’t Be Fooled

The Spirit of Python, Don’t Be Fooled Matthew 7:14-23 (KJV) 14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. 15 Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. 16 Ye shall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:14-23

Denomination: Foursquare

Healthy Choices Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

We are a product of the choices we make. ut what’s the most important choice we can make? All healthy choices on the road less traveled start with the decision to serve God.

Healthy Choices Matt 7:13-16, 21-23 When I’m on a road trip, do you know what my top two questions are? Where am I going to eat and how can I eat healthy? Here’s the thing: I always start off with the best intentions to eat healthy. I usually work out first, I take water to drink, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Methodist

Gps Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

Everybody here is on a path. The question we have to ask is what path are we on?

GPS Matthew 7:13-16, 21-23 How many of you use a GPS device when you’re driving? When we were driving home from Atlanta a few years ago, it was lunchtime and so we pulled off the highway to pick up some Subway sandwiches. And the moment I turned, the GPS said, “recalculating.” The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

What Are Fruits?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 22, 2014

To know what the Bible calls "fruits" because we need to determine what fruits are to avoid false prophets.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you look at the fruits before judging the person? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To know what the Bible calls "fruits" because we need to determine what fruits are to avoid false prophets. IV. TEXT: Matthew 7:16 (Amplified Bible) 7:16 You will fully ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fruit Inspectors (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 26, 2014

By their fruit you will recognize them-It may take some time, but we will eventually see whether the preacher is trying to benefit himself, or whether he is truly serving others.

Matthew 7:15-20-“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles? Even so, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. A good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist