Sermons on Gospel Accounts (Page 7)
“Jesus, Lord of the Sabbath” Matthew 12:1-21
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 12:1-21 “Jesus, Lord of the Sabbath” Big Idea: We can only find rest in Jesus Christ. Application: Pray that God would help us to be rightly convicted of our sins, and that God would help us to rest in Christ even as God has perfectly purchased our rest in crushing His Son for us. Sermon Outline (1) The Law & The Sabbath (Matthew 12:1-5) (2) Jesus Is Lord of the Sabbath (Matthew 12:6-8) (3) Rest is Found in Christ Alone…
“God’s Sovereign Election and True Rest for Our Soul” Matthew 11:25-30
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 11:25-30 “God’s Sovereign Election and True Rest for Our Soul” Big Idea: Jesus has chosen to reveal God the Father to us, so come to Him and find rest for your soul. Application: Pray this morning God would help us to find comfort, rest, and even assurance in God’s gracious will to reveal Himself to us in Jesus and Christ, to choose His people, and to strengthen us to come to Him. Sermon Outline (1) God Is…
“Apprehending God’s Mercy in Repentance” Matthew 11:20-24
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 11:20-24 “Apprehending God’s Mercy in Repentance” Big Idea: Repent and believe in Jesus Christ and be exalted to heaven on the day of judgment. Application: Pray that God would give each of us the gift of repentance to turn from sin and turn to God, reconciled and forgiven through the blood of Jesus Christ alone. Sermon Outline (1) What Repentance Is (2) God Is Sovereign & Man Is Responsible
“The Closing of the Old Covenant” Matthew 11:1-19
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 11:1-19 “The Closing of the Old Covenant” Sermon Outline (1) Jesus Is the One The Jews Were Looking For (Matthew 11:1-6) (2) The Closing of the Old Covenant (Matthew 11:7-19)
“God Rewards Those Who Care for His People” Matthew 10:40-42
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 10:40-42 “God Rewards Those Who Care for His People” Big Idea: Christians receive the teaching of Jesus’ Apostles and they receive their reward. Application: “Run the straight race through God’s good grace, Lift up thine eyes and seek His face; Life with its way before thee lies, Christ is the path, and Christ the prize.” Sermon Outline (1) Receive the Teaching of Jesus Christ’s Disciples (2) Receive Jesus Christ’s Disciples (3) Christians Have Union With Christ & His…
“Take Up Your Cross and Follow Jesus” Matthew 10:34-39
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 10:34-39 “Take Up Your Cross and Follow Jesus” Big Idea: Find your life by losing it for Jesus’ sake Application: Are you willing to lose your life that we might gain it for Christ’s sake? This is a difficult reality that we face in this fallen world, but we are compelled by our joy in Christ to suffer to make the gospel known to this world. Sermon Outline (1) Jesus Brought a Sword (2) Jesus Accomplishes Peace Through…
“Fear God More Than Man” Matthew 10:26-33
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 10:26-33 “Fear God More Than Man” Big Idea: Jesus encourages his disciples to have confidence because of God’s judgment, God’s power, God’s knowledge, and God’s acknowledgement. Application: Do not fear men, only walk in the fear of the Lord, in awe of His great love to save sinners through Jesus Christ. God has given us the greatest treasure in the gift of His Son, share Him with others, and don’t be afraid of men. Sermon Outline 4 Encouragements…
“Christians Endure Persecution” Matthew 10:16-25
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 10:16-25 “Christians Endure Persecution” Big Idea: Jesus warns his disciples of the dangers they face for the sake of the gospel. Application: Be willing to face opposition and take risks for the sake of sharing the gospel. Sermon Outline (1) Pursue to Be Wise & Innocent Sheep (Matthew 10:16) (2) Beware of Men (Matthew 10:17-18) (3) Trust God’s Spirit for Endurance (Matthew 10:19-23) (4) Christ Was Persecuted, We Will Too (Matt 10:24-25)
“Jesus Calls & Sends” Matthew 10:1-15
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 10:1-15 “Jesus Calls & Sends” Big Idea: Jesus desires to be with His disciples and to send them out to bring in more disciples. Application: Cultivate a deep desire to be with the Lord Jesus Christ, and use your life to bring others to that same desire as well. Sermon Outline (1) Jesus Calls His Disciples (2) Jesus Sends His Disciples
“Jesus Demonstrates His Power” Matthew 8:1-9:38
An Expositional Sermon Matthew 8:1-9:38 “Jesus Demonstrates His Power” Big Idea: Jesus demonstrates His miraculous power to prove that He has authority to forgive sins and usher in the kingdom of heaven. Application: Respond to this passage by falling before the majesty of God, acknowledging your weaknesses and sins. Ask God to make you increasingly conscious of our weaknesses and sins that we would see that Jesus Christ alone is able to save us. Sermon Outline (1) Jesus Has Authority Over Creation (2) Jesus…