Sermons on San Mateo 3:13:

How Obedient Are You Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 15, 2003

Obedience, a lacking need in our society today

How Obedient Are You? Obedience, here is a word that is more commonly associated with the lifestyle training of dogs than it is of people. The dictionary defines obedience as 1. act of obeying: the action or condition of obeying authority 2. CHRISTIANITY church’s rule: the religious ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Baptism Of Jesus

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 16, 2003

A study on the importance of this event in the life of Christ

Larry C. Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net Wed. Evening, 1/15/03 Title: Events from Jesus Life: Baptism Text: Matthew 3:13-17 Introduction 1. We have established Christ 1st as our vision for 2003. A. If we put Christ 1st in our lives... B. in our families C. and in our church D. then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Water Baptism

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on May 31, 2003

Understanding water baptism

I. Water Baptism: It’s meaning 1. Greek: Baptizo - to plunge under, dip, or immerse. a. Some churches teach a sprinkle of water. This is not true to the meaning of the word. b. Two Greek words translated "sprinkle" are RANTIZO and ECHEO. Neither word is found in the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Am I Good Enough? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 26, 2003

First sermon in series "Living Life on Purpose - Christ’s Answers to Man’s Questions". This is a question from John the Baptist.

Christ’s purpose-driven life was constantly arousing the curiosity of onlookers. Whether His followers or His enemies, people were so impressed with Him, or, in some cases, intimidated by Him, that they wanted to know how and why He had it all together - so they asked Him questions. Jesus used ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Kind Of Man John The Baptist Was.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Mar 7, 2003

JESUS CALLED JOHN GREAT AND WE FIND OUT IN MATTHEW CHAPTER 3 THE KIND OF MAN HE WAS.

TEXT MATTHEW 3-1 IN THOSE DAYS CAME JOHN THE BAPTIST PREACHING IN THE WILDERNESS OF JUDAEA. KJV. TITLE THE KIND OF MAN JOHN WAS. 1 HE WAS A MAN WITH A MESSAGE. MATTHEW 3-2 AND SAYING REPENT YE FOR THE KINGDOM OF HEVEN IS AT HAND. KJV ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

"And The Heavens Were Opened"

Contributed by David Washburn on Mar 24, 2003

Why was Jesus baptized? Christ’s baptism is an example of his commitment to God and God’s commitment to him and to us.

Matthew 3:13-17 “And the Heavens Were Opened” March 9, 2003 Why was Jesus baptized? Our Christian faith tells us that Jesus Christ was and is the Son of God and that he lived a life without sin. Baptism is a call to the confession and repentance of sins. This was especially true of the baptism ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Godly Dad

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 14, 2005

This sermon focuses upon the power of Father God

Today we pause and in pausing we reflect upon Fathers... remembering those who are still with us and yes those who have past on... Choosing today to celebrate the power and influence of being a dad.- a Godly Dad. So what does it mean to be a father? What does it mean to be a dad? Listen to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Why Was Jesus Baptized? - 3:16 And Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 14, 2005

Why was Jesus baptized? Granted, Jesus said it was to "fulfill" all righteousness"... but what does that mean?

OPEN: A woman once took her 4-year-old daughter to a baptismal service at her church. Later that night, her daughter took all of her dolls into the bathtub with her and held her own “baptism.” As she dunked each doll under the water, she repeated, “Now I baptize you in the name of the Father, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Just Who Is This Jesus?

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 13, 2003

A look at the unique claims of Christ

Pax Romana, Roman peace, held the empire together for centuries. Among it’s dictates was one concerning religion. It seems that if Rome took over a nation or people with their own religion they never made them switch to the Roman gods. Their thinking was sound…why give them a reason to rebel. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:24-47, Matthew 3:4-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are Our Kids Growing Up 2 Fast 2 Furious? Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Nov 26, 2003

This is a part of the series based on movie blockbusters.

SLIDE 1 Are our Kids Growing Up 2 FAST 2 FURIOUS ? SUMMER BLOCKBUSTERS—Part 3 (BLUE PRINT DENOTES 8:30 SERVICE ONLY) Welcome to Bethany. We especially welcome our guests. Please everyone complete the attendance pad. Also take at look at the Ministry Opportunities in the Attendance binder. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18, Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Baptism Of Jesus

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 27, 2003

In the fullness of time our Lord Jesus came to this earth, born of a woman, under the law.

The Baptism of Jesus Matthew 3:13-17 In the fullness of time our Lord Jesus came to this earth, born of a woman, under the law. In the fullness of time our Lord Jesus appears in the wilderness where John was preaching and baptizing those who repented and turned from their evil deeds and ways. He is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Holiness

My Beloved

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002

The baptism of Jesus

John 1:1-5 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of men. 5 The light shines in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following Jesus To The Water

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 27, 2004

The world is confused about baptism. We follow Christ to the water to be baptized like him.

FOLLOWING JESUS TO THE WATER FOCUS: THE BAPTISM OF JESUS GIVES PRINCIPLES THAT CHRISTIANS CAN FOOLOW AS THEY FOLLOW JESUS INTO THE WATER. FUNCTION: TO ENCOURAGE CHRISTIANS TO FOLLOW JESUS INTO THE WATER AS A MODEL FOR BAPTISM. INTRODUCTION In the religious world there have been many ways ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Powerful Witness

Contributed by Ben Bannister on Oct 11, 2004

God gave us John the Baptist as an example on how to have a powerful witness.

Text: Matthew 3:1-17 ETS: This passage details the early ministry of John the Baptist. ESS: God gave us John as an example of a powerful witness. OSS: God’s people will be effective witnesses. PQ: What are the characteristics of a powerful witness? UW: Characteristics Title: A Powerful Witness I. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Son Series

Contributed by Anne Robertson on Sep 4, 2004

Phrase two of the Creed, "And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord."

JESUS, THE SON TEXT: Matt. 3:13-17; 2 Sam. 7:11b - 16 For those of you just tuning in, we have begun a look at one of the ancient maps of the Christian faith, the Apostles’ Creed. I think it’s fair to say that every line of this creed has been questioned and debated from the very beginning. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Methodist