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Building His Church - His Way

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Feb 24, 2007

A message about the church

Building His Church - His Way Matthew 16:13-19 (Focus v. 18) Introduction: Gregory Elder tells of growing up on the Atlantic Coast, where he spent long hours working on intricate sand castles. One year, for several days in a row, he was confronted by bullies who smashed his creations. Finally he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Virginia Tate on Feb 24, 2007

Everyone must answer that question. How we answer it will determine our eternal destination.

Everyone must answer that question. How we answer it will determine our eternal destination. But you say why are you asking me that question I’m a Christian so you should know that I know Who Jesus Is? Jesus asked that question over two thousand years ago. He asked it of His disciples – men who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Keys To Heaven

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 26, 2007

Message based on Jesus’ words in Matthew 16:19.

The Keys to Heaven Matthew 16:13-20 February 25, 2007 How many of you have ever been locked out of your car? It’s okay – you can admit it. Frustrating, isn’t it? Okay, maddening. Maybe you can relate Returning home one afternoon with my two daughters, Kimberley, age two, and Kristi, six ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Churches That Survive

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Feb 28, 2007

jesus gives the keys for the churches survival in a hostile world

Intro: the other night a report was given that about 3000 churches close annually in the United States. When you hear a report like this the first thought is I wonder what attributed to the decline and closure of a church. Did it lose vision? Did it get older and not make adjustments to minister to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Peter's Great Confession

Contributed by Robert Travis on Nov 15, 2006

Do not depend on public opinion for the answer. Answer this question personally and promptly.

PETER’S GREAT CONFESSION Matthew 16:13-20 13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am?14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets.15 He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Building The Church Series

Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006

This is the first message of a 5 part sermon series on the mission of our church.

INTRODUCTION: Mission Statement: The Redeeming River Church is a family of believers committed to preaching the cross with conviction, reaching the lost with compassion, and equipping the saints with the Word! Three results of not understanding the Mission. 1. Plateaued Growth - growth seems to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Equal In Dignity, Diverse In Function Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 21, 2009

In our worship, we are all equal in dignity, but, as Jesus gave different ministries to his disciples, in and out of worship, we differ in function and service; that is the meaning of hierarchy.

Solemnity of Peter and Paul June 29, 2009 The readings for this solemnity help us to understand how it is that Christ left us–as a gift–a hierarchical Church. I was reading some fairly recent articles in Pastoral Music recently, and came across a rather angry one from a nun who was complaining ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Catholic

Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now!

Contributed by John Butler on Jun 25, 2009

An Illustrative Sermon Using Peter’s Great Confession & A 70’s Disco Song To Drive Home One Of The Promises Of Jesus Concerning The Church!

*******SERMON OUTLINE********* Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now! I. Stopping Short... Praise the Lord!!! Turn with me in your Bibles this morning to Matthew 16:13-18. How many in here this morning has ever set a goal in your life, and you stopped short of completing your goal? You could have had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

The Examination - #1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 6, 2009

A series of Wednesday evening messages based on the book, "Why Churches Die" by Dr. Brunson & Dr. Caner. Truly interesting study!

The Local Church Is it Dead, Dying, or Dynamic? Part 1 – “The Examination” Matthew 16:13-16 * Several years ago I read a book co-authored by Dr. Mac Brunson (Pastor of FBC, Jacksonville, FL) and Dr. Ergun Caner (President and Dean of Liberty Baptist Seminary). The book was entitled “Why ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Precious Stones- The Unmovable Rock Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009

WePrecious Stones that we have as a church and how these Stones of Remembrance should remain alive in our lives and towards our next generation.

Precious Stones III The Unmovable Rock! 12/3/2006 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – pastor_rr@yahoo.com Matt 16:13-19 “13When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, "Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? " 14And they said, Some say that thou art John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Apostolic

Knowing Jesus For Yourself

Contributed by Charles Forshee on Sep 15, 2008

The Most Important thing you can know in life is WHO JESUS IS.... Not who someone says He is...... ....or what others say about Him.... ...but TO KNOW Him Personally.....to know Him for YOURSELF....

Matthew 16:13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? 14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. 15 He saith unto them, But whom say ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23

Denomination: *other

Partnering With Your Chuch

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Sep 15, 2008

Questions to consider: 1. Are you vested in inviting people to “come and see”? 2. Are you serving strategically as a partner? 3. Do you have Christ like characteristics?

Discussion Starter: We were all fish before becoming a “fisher of men”. Someone shared the message of Jesus Christ with us. Christ has called us to be His voice to a lost world. We have a clear message that must be told. A fishing adventure is always better when you share the journey. This lesson ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Our Response

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Sep 28, 2008

“Our Response to the confession is movement toward Christ.”

Matthew 16:16-20 If you would like the powerpoint -- email me with this title in the subject line and I will email it to you for free. “Our Response” “Our Response to the confession is movement toward Christ.” Sunday Morning Sermon 9.28.08 Intro: (Start with title and text) Suppose for just a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 23, 2008

Sermon from Matthew 16 exploring the identity of Jesus

Who Do You Say That I Am? (Matthew 16:13-16) Pastor Jeff Williams 11-25-07 A Question Can Change Your Direction In college, I was a member of the “honors student association.” Before you get too impressed, let me assure you that there was nothing honorable about my involvement in this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Mean To Be A Christian?

Contributed by Chris Norton on Jun 5, 2008

I hope to explain a little bit of what it means to be a Christian.

What does it mean to be a Christian? Matthew 16 Many preachers have asked that question over the years. Now the first thing most of you think when I ask that question is ok here it comes. I have heard all this before I know what it means to be a Christian. If you really do then you can sit there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational