Sermons on San Mateo 20:26:

Following In The Steps Of James

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Jul 21, 2021

A Patronal festival sermon that looks at some of the qualities of James, and how we can be inspired to seek out own gifts (illustration found on http://www.sermonillustrations.com/a-z/e/evangelism.htm)

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962), the world-famous violinist, earned a fortune with his concerts and compositions, but he generously gave most of it away. So, when he discovered an exquisite violin on one of his trips, he wasn't able to buy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Anglican

What Does The Bible Say About Leadership Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 3, 2021

What Does the Bible Say About Leadership

What Does the Bible Say About Leadership 1 Timothy 4:12 Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Exodus 18:21 Moreover, look for able men from all the people, men who fear God, who are trustworthy and hate a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Serve

Contributed by David Nolte on Aug 29, 2021

Some people serve for show and others serve from the heart.

Jesus said to His disciples, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men exercise authority over them. It is not this way among you, but whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among you shall be your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Hur Club, Unashamed Accompaniist

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 16, 2019

Have you ever heard of the UNASHAMED ACCOMPANIST? Hur learned the ministry of helps. Hur would never become a famous person, but he was a greater supporter to the man of God. You can too.

THE HUR CLUB, THE UNASHAMED ACCOMPANIST! BUILD A “HUR CLUB!” I DESIRE TO BE AN ARM LIFTER… THE HUR CLUB, UNSHAMED ACCOMPANIST By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WE ARE A SOCIETY BASED ON RANK…HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF JEALOUSY AND EGO AND SUPER-EGO CAUSING SPIRITUAL PROBLEMS? ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:9-12, Matthew 20:24-27, Romans 15:30-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

‘a Serving Church In A Selfish World’ Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 20, 2019

Gospel Shaped Living – Week 3: ‘A serving church in a selfish world’ – Matthew chapter 20 verses 20-28 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

Reading: Matthew chapter 20 verses 20-28. SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Serving others is sacrificial (vs 17-19) (2). Serving others is not self-centred (vs 21-25). (2). Serving others is demonstrated by Jesus (vs 26-28). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Late in his life Winston Churchill took a cruise on an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-28

Denomination: Brethren

How To Live After Being Anointed Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Jan 22, 2019

Today we take look at the aftermath of David’s anointing and how you too can learn how to live your life after being anointed.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com Last week I talked about the lifestyle David demonstrated which resulted in God recognizing the potential in the next king of Israel within him. David lived a life of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-17, 1 Samuel 16:18, 1 Samuel 16:21-23, John 13:14-16, Matthew 20:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Getting It All Together – As A Father.

Contributed by Akindele Opoola on Jun 19, 2022

Today has been declared Fathers’ Day to honour the fathers in our life. Father are precious and are worthy of our honour. They have taken lots of risks in order to make sure the family survive first and then thrive.

Father’s Day Message June 19, 2022 Getting it all together – as a Father. Texts: Proverbs 20:7 - The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him. 3 John 4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. Introduction: Today has been declared Fathers’ ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:7, Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 6:4, Proverbs 1:8, 1 Timothy 5:8, Matthew 20:26, Proverbs 24:10, Proverbs 11:14, Proverbs 29:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Bible And Jesus Pt 2 Leadership Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 2, 2022

Since Jesus is the central figure of the Bible, we need to observe his life and learn how we should be living and even leading!

The Bible and Jesus - Pt 2 Leadership! Thesis: The Story of God as revealed in the Bible points to Jesus as the main character of the story of the Bible and the hero of the world. Yes, Jesus is the main hero (Savior) of the Bible! Since Jesus is the central figure of the Bible we need to observe ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Proverbs 11:14, Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Workers In The Vineyard: The Ranking System Of The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 12, 2022

Today we’re in the vineyard. We’re in the grape fields. Very important in ancient times. Very important today, the wine and juice industry is huge. But we’re in the vineyard again. Last few weeks we’ve been in the vineyard.

Today we’re in the vineyard. We’re in the grape fields. Very important in ancient times. Very important today, the wine and juice industry is huge. But we’re in the vineyard again. Last few weeks we’ve been in the vineyard. Jesus as we know very often used common practices to explain deep spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Salvation Army

James: The Apostle Of Passion Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 2, 2018

While a lack of passion leads to spiritual complacency, the wrong kind of passion leads to unholy acts! Today’s sermon is going to focus on the life of Apostle James who learned firsthand that passion is only good when aligned with the will of Christ!

James: The Apostle of Passion Luke 9:51-56, Matthew 20:20-28 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Do you have passion to serve the Lord? You know the kind of passion that is so strong that you cannot and will not contain your desire to serve God no matter what the cost! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56, Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Redeemer Jesus Series

Contributed by Dennis Munn on Jul 12, 2017

Third message in the "Who Is Jesus?" Series

Who Is Jesus? Message 3: Redeemer Jesus Text: Matthew 20:25-28 Introduction: Today we wrap up the Who Is Jesus series that’s based in Matthew’s gospel. In our last message in the series we talked about Radical Jesus; about how he proclaimed Jubilee, declared the arrival of God’s Kingdom, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Apostolic

Serve Wholeheartedly Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 30, 2018

Christians are called to serve. A challenge to offer your life in service to Christ. Sermon #4 in the Series: Revive!

Sermon Lanier Christian Church February 12, 2017 David Simpson Series: Revive! Sermon #4 Serve Wholeheartedly Ephesians 6:7 Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people…(Ephesians 6:7) Serve wholeheartedly. That’s our calling as Christians. We are called to serve. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Christian Church

I Choose To Serve

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 11, 2018

THIS IS THE EIGHTH IN THIS SERIES ON CHOICES. WE HAVE TO MAKE THE DECISION TO SERVE THE LORD BY SERVING OTHERS.

I CHOOSE TO SERVE MATTHEW 20:20-28 TODAY WE ARE STARTING ON THE LAST AND MOST IMPORTANT SECTION OF OUR SERIES ON CHOICES. “DESTINY CHOICES” ARE THE SUMMATION OF ALL THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF CHOICES THAT WE HAVE PREVIOUSLY LOOKED AT. DESTINY CHOICES PROPEL US INTO THE FUTURE, AND AS WE LOOK BACK ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Rewards That Keep On Giving! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 7, 2018

Some of our rewards are represented by crowns. Whether victors’ garlands or signs of authority — or both— they merit further examination.

Rewards That Keep on Giving! (see note at bottom of page first to suggest that diadems are a sub-category of the broader word garland, which includes but is not limited to a victor's wreath but can be used of royal privilege as well). 1. “More than 40,000 people have claimed 078-05-1120 as their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-26, 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20, 1 Peter 5:1-4, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Revelation 4:10-11, Matthew 20:20-28, 1 Corinthians 15:40-42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ambition

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Apr 4, 2017

James and John wanted to to sit at Christ's side in His kingdom - is this raw ambition? or is there something else here we can learn from?

Ambition Matthew 20:20 - 28 Today we see two of Jesus' closest disciple being ambitious, the request to sit at Christ's side in His kingdom. Ironically in Mark’s gospel it is James and John who actually come to Jesus with this request. In Matthew, today's gospel, it is their mother… ambition. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, Mark 10:35-45