Sermons on Tax Assessor:

Pray Humbly

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Oct 21, 2019

if we pray with an open heart, it will be heard and we will be forgiven

Last week we heard about the persistent widow, who by constantly praying and badgering an unjust judge, got the justice she deserved. And we were reminded that because of God’s love for us we can pray for justice in our own lives and it will be delivered. Today we heard another scripture that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Episcopal

Transfiguration

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 6, 2024

What does life look like beyond the grave? Let’s examine our transformation now and in eternity, by looking at the transfiguration in Matthew 17:1-9.

What does life look like beyond the grave? Let’s examine our transformation now and in eternity, by looking at the transfiguration in Matthew 17:1-9. A small attendance and a large miracle went hand-in-hand. False prophets often draw large crowds (Luke 6:26; 2 Timothy 4:3-4; Matthew 7:13-14). ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Constantly Repenting To Follow Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 4, 2024

Do those things well and the government will be respected. Do them badly and the people get angry and one way or another dismantle that government.

Friday of the Fourteenth Week in Course 2024 There are several basic and critical functions of any government, once a region of the world has established one. Israel–the northern Kingdom after the breakup of David’s kingdom after the terrible mess Solomon left–was such an area. A successful ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:4-6, Amos 8:9-12, Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Catholic

Love God & Neighbor (Mark 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 11, 2024

What are the greatest commandments? Let's look at Mark 12.

Have religious leaders often killed the prophets and even God’s own Son? Has Jesus become the cornerstone of God's spiritual temple? Should Christians pay taxes? Is God the God of the dead or the living? What are the key commandments? Do some religious leaders still prefer showmanship over ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be Overconfident

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 22, 2022

Christians must live in unity with each other and with a humble understanding of ourselves before God by living a holy and sanctified life.

THE WORLD IS CATERING TO “SELF.” THE WORLD IS WORKING HARD TO ERODE AND DISINTEGRATE THE FAMILY. THERE IS A SHIFT TO FIND WAYS TO SEGREGATE, SPLINTER, AND POLARIZE OTHERS TO DESTROY THEIR DESIRE TO FELLOWSHIP AND HAVE RELATIONSHIP. ANYONE WHO DOES ANY FORM OF SHOPPING CAN NOW EASILY USE THE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Romans 12:3, Acts 10:34-35, Galatians 3:27-28, 1 Peter 5:5-6, 1 Peter 1:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Consequences Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 13, 2023

John the Baptist's words about repentance draw a strong conviction from his hearers. They ask for practical instruction on how to move forward. What does John tell them?

THE CONSEQUENCES OF REPENTANCE: It’s striking that John’s answers are very practical. - Luke 3:10-14. - vv. 10, 12, 14 – Requests for practical answers. - The previous passage (and last week’s sermon) focused on the nature of repentance. Now these that were convicted by the message - Now we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Having A Contrite Heart

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 23, 2025

The parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector show us the importance of having a contrite heart that is aware of one's own sinfulness and lives in appreciation of God's mercy.

ONE OF THE CHURCH’S ANCIENT LITURGIES IS WHEN THE PRIEST STARTED MASS WITH THE PRAYER “LORD, YOU WERE SENT TO HEAL THE CONTRITE OF HEART.” THE RESPONSE OF THE PEOPLE WAS TO SAY, “LORD, HAVE MERCY.” WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO HAVE A CONTRITE HEART AND TO SEEK GOD’S MERCY? TO HAVE A CONTRITE HEART MEANS ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Ezekiel 21:26, 1 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Free Methodist

"Pride, Humility, Forgiveness

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 19, 2004

A sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Parable about the Pharisee and tax collector

21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Luke 18:9-14 Sermon "Pride, Humility, Forgiveness 9* ¶ He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and despised others: 10 "Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11* ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Standing Before God

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 24, 2019

What determines our standing before God? The Pharisee, tax collector, and disciples give us an answer.

Can there be anything more nerve wracking than being evaluated at work or school? When we are criticized or graded, we are vulnerable and exposed. We may wonder and think, “What will people say or think of me? Is what they are saying true or accurate? Do they truly see my talents and abilities, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-17, Luke 18:9-14, Luke 18:15-17

Denomination: Lutheran

"Giving Thanks Is Normal"

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Nov 24, 2012

Daily from the media we hear about America driving off the Fiscal Cliff. Trillion Dollar Deficits spiraling out of control * More taxes just approved for tax burdened Californians * More layoffs looming on the horizon * More Murders * More States

Cornerstone Church November 18, 2012 “Giving Thanks Is Normal!” Ephesians 5:20 We live in interesting and difficult ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

When Jesus Called Levi-Matthew Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 11, 2025

Levi, also called Matthew, was a publican who collected Roman taxes from the Jews. One day Jesus came by Matthew's tax-collection site and said two simple words, "Follow Me". Levi did just that!

When Jesus Called Levi-Matthew, Luke 5 (This message is based on a sermon I preached at New Hope Baptist Church near Fulton, MO, on February 9, 2025 but is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: The Lord Jesus Christ picked 12 men to be His followers. We know the occupations of four (James, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Take To Give Birth To Your 'vision?' Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 18, 2005

Joseph and Mary had to be taxed, be at the right place at the right time to give birth to Jesus (their vision / mission).

Subject: Why did Joseph and Mary travel from Galilee to Judea when Jesus was to be born? Complement: To be registered / taxed and to be at the right place at the right time to give birth to Jesus. Idea: Joseph and Mary traveled from Galilee to Judea to be registered / taxed and to be at the right ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Repentance

Contributed by William Baeta on Sep 22, 2011

“Assuredly, I say to you that tax collectors and harlots enter the Kingdom of God before you. For John came to you in the way of righteousness and you did not believe him: but tax collectors and harlots believed him: and when you saw it, you did not after

Theme: True Repentance Text: Ez. 18:1-4, 25-32; Phil. 2:1-13; Matt. 21:23-32 Many people today think that by saying they believe in Christ and go to Church makes them a Christian. But as the saying goes sleeping in a garage does not make you a car. To become a Christian you need to repent and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

True Repentance Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 15, 2022

“Come, let us return to the Lord.” (Hosea 6:1) Jesus went to the house of many tax collectors and sinners. The Pharisees saw this and asked why Jesus eats with tax collectors and sinners. In that context Jesus Quotes Hosea 6:6 (found in Matthew 9:13).

The story of the prodigal son gives us a great picture of repentance. The prodigal has messed up big time and ended up in a terrible situation, eating pig slop just to survive. That situation made him turn back to his father. But you don’t have to wind up on skid row to need repentance. A Christian ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1-11, Hosea 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World! Why God’s Glory Demands A Global Choir - Psalm 67 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 16, 2025

You pay taxes because you have to. You eat banana splits because you want to. Make it your goal to make your commitment to missions more like your commitment to banana splits than like your commitment to paying taxes.

Introduction: Making missions a delight I am on a quest in my spiritual life at this time to convert more and more of the things I do from mere discipline to the expression of or pursuit of joy. The man who can’t stand being around his wife but who forces himself to take her out on dates anyway ...read more