Sermons on Tree Of Knowledge Of Good:

The King, The Temple, And The Tree - Matthew 21.1-22 (Part 1) Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 15, 2025

The KING has come - not to meet our shallow expectations, but to rule our hearts, cleanse our worship, and produce in us a faith that is both pure and fruitful. JESUS enters as the rightful KING, calls His people to pure worship, and expects genuine faith that bears spiritual fruit.

2025.08.17. Sermon Notes. The KING, The Temple, and The Tree_Matthew 21.1-22 (Part 1) Welcoming the KING, Purifying the Heart, Bearing Fruit in Faith BIG IDEA: The KING has come - not to meet our shallow expectations, but to rule our hearts, cleanse our worship, and produce in us a faith that is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-22, Zechariah 9:9, Psalm 118:25-26, Isaiah 56:7, Jeremiah 7:11, 2 Timothy 4:2-5, John 15:8, Galatians 5:22-23, James 1:6, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 1 Corinthians 13:2, Mark 11:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Something Beautiful - Good Friday 2017

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Apr 18, 2017

Easter 2017

“Something beautiful” Good Friday 2017, April 14 Isaiah 53 Who has believed our message? To whom has the LORD revealed his powerful arm? 2 My servant grew up in the LORD’s presence like a tender green shoot, like a root in dry ground. There was nothing beautiful or majestic about his ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1

Denomination: Baptist

That's A Song To Sing

Contributed by Joe W. Theus on Dec 30, 2015

Seeking comfort at times may come through singing songs you like. It is a part of the African American history to sing when frustrated, depressed, or even seeking decisions for life's quest

This idea was prompted by a song of the world, as we would call it, "Only the strong Survive" by the late Jerry Butler. He talks about a love affair that went wrong and concludes that only the strong survive bad relationships. Of course, I agree and so, that's a song to sing. This Psalm by David ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jun 5, 2014

I Am Series, part 1 I Am The Good Shepherd

I Am Series, part 1 I Am The Good Shepherd John 10:7-18; 27-30 David Taylor We are in the first week of a new three week series leading up to Easter, entitled I AM, looking at three of the I am statements made by Jesus. This week we will look at I Am the Good Shepherd; next week we will look at I ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Main Calling Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 1, 2013

We are to do good, why, and how can we?

We continue to learn from the first letter of the Apostle Peter. Through Peter, by the power of the Holy Spirit, God speaks to all Christians including us and those who will follow us. We have the Word of God which is eternal but instructing to impact daily life! So far we have noted that in spite ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A G-Rated Life In An R-Rated World

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 24, 2012

We must live a life of holiness no matter what else is around us.

A G-Rated Life in an R-Rated World August 10, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must live a life of holiness no matter what else is around us. Focus Passage: Ephesians 5:1-14 Supplemental Passage: Introduction: - “But just as He who called ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Life Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

A personal relationship with my very own Shepherd.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want” (v. 1). 1. My relationship is personal, “my shepherd.” 2. My relationship is continuous now. Not “was” or “shall be.” 3. Not (Elohim) Creator God, i.e., my strength nor (Adonai) Master, to be obeyed. But He is the great “I Am,” the covenant keeping ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Don't Lose The Mustard"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 10, 2014

Having salt is good and so is having the mustard or having the spirit of God indwelling us in a productive way. The sermon tells us the good that can be done with the mustard and the negative results if we don't have the mustard.

Matthew 5:13-20 "Don't Lose the Mustard" 1. Consider some of the uses of salt. A. It is has been used for currency and actually fought for in wars. B. Salt is used to cure and store meats C. It is used to disinfect wounds D. It is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Methodist

God Turns Bad Things Into Good

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 11, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 6: 1 – 30

Exodus 6: 1 – 30 God turns bad things into good 6 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Now you shall see what I will do to Pharaoh. For with a strong hand he will let them go, and with a strong hand he will drive them out of his land.” 2 And God spoke to Moses and said to him: “I am the LORD. 3 I ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Rotten To The Core

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 17, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 24: 1 – 10

Jeremiah 24: 1 – 10 Rotten to the core 1 The LORD showed me, and there were two baskets of figs set before the temple of the LORD, after Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon had carried away captive Jeconiah the son of Jehoiakim, king of Judah, and the princes of Judah with the craftsmen and smiths, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 24:3

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

You Are God’s Ambassador PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

As Christians, we are called to be ambassadors for Christ, carrying out the mission of reconciliation and showing God's love, grace, and mercy in our everyday lives.

Good morning, family. Isn't it remarkable to think that God has given each of us a special mission? A mission that the great theologian, Dietrich Bonhoeffer once described as "The Church is the Church only when it exists for others." We are called to be the Church, not just in this building, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Topics: Good News

God Is Faithful PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is that through Hannah's story, we learn about the transformative power of prayer and God's ability to turn our mourning into dancing, reminding us to trust in His goodness and faithfulness in every circumstance.

Good morning, family! Today, we will be diving into the life of Hannah, a woman who experienced God's mercy, the power of prayer, and the blessing of restoration in her life. But before we go any further, let's take a moment to welcome the Lord's presence with us today. Please join me in prayer. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:10-20

Topics: Damage, Goods

Cain & Abel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

To understand God's expectations for sincere and obedient worship, as illustrated by the story of Cain and Abel, and to learn from the consequences of disobedience.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving deep into the intriguing story of Cain and Abel, as told in Genesis 4:3-5. We'll be exploring God's expectations for worship, Cain's rebellion against God's word, and the tragic consequences of disobedience. From the very beginning of time, God has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-5

Topics: Good, Bad

Joy In God's Presence PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

This sermon explores Psalm 16, emphasizing the importance of trust in God, seeking His guidance, and finding victory over evil through faith in Him. Key

Welcome, dear friends, to our time of shared worship and reflection. Today, we gather in the comforting embrace of our faith, united by our shared love for the Lord and our unwavering belief in His unending goodness. We find ourselves turning to the timeless wisdom of the Bible, where we seek ...read more

Topics: God, Good

Soldier In The Army Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

This sermon explores our calling as spiritual soldiers in God's army, our duties in this role, and how to live out this commitment daily.

Good morning, church family! It's a joy to be together again, isn't it? There's something special about gathering as a community of believers, ready to open up God's Word and let it speak to us. Today, we're going to be talking about something that might feel a bit unusual in a church setting. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3

Topics: Good Soldier