24 sermons preach from Matthew 18 — 22 from real church libraries, transcribed and indexed to the verse, and 2 from the classic library.
“Jesus' instruction to go one by one, then two to that same person, or three, and make it as private as possible.”
George Whitefield
Matthew 18:3 -- "Verily, I say unto you, except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven." I suppose I may take it for granted, that all of you, among whom I am now about to preach…
Read the full text“Jesus said you have to change, you become like a little child (become like children).”
The sermon teaches that shame is a core human wound—both psychological and social—and that Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection uniquely remove shame by restoring dignity and belonging. Practical freedom comes not from self-help or moralism alone but from encountering the gospel, receiving mercy, practicing confession and community, and participating in the church’s sacraments.
““Be like little children.””
A Live Free podcast episode that pairs a rich Christmas/theological reflection on Luke 2 (the angels’ announcement, shepherds, and the ‘Lamb’ motif) with a measured rebuttal of viral claims about the Book of Enoch and the New Testament’s origins. Pastors unpack biblical continuity, canon formation, manuscript reliability, and practical steps for overcoming fear by anchoring thought-life in Scripture.
“I tell you the truth: unless you turn from your sins and become like little children you will never get into the kingdom of heaven; anyone who becomes as humble as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.”
A Family Sunday message about ‘Welcome Home’: invite Jesus into your home and heart, allow his presence to transform you, and trust (walk on) Jesus’ spoken word even when you can’t see the proof.
“It would be better for someone to have a millstone put around their head and be thrown into the sea than to offend a child.”
Pastor Branson delivers a direct call-to-arms: heaven has declared war against spiritual and cultural forces attacking families and children. He explains biblical precedent (Judges 5), diagnoses contemporary threats (sexualization, gender ideology, trafficking, erosion of parental rights), and urges the church to enlist through prayer, practical action, generosity (support for rescue efforts like Operation Underground Railroad / the film Sound of Freedom), discipleship, and the upcoming Gen One conference.
“"It is not the will of your Father that any of these little ones should perish," referring to 'little ones' (babies).”
Pastor Josh Howerton responds to Texas Rep. James Talarico’s public theological and political claims, arguing Talarico misrepresents Scripture on abortion, sexuality, marriage, and gender. Howerton distinguishes between genuine seekers and ideological infiltrators, asserts politics have become spiritual, defends the biblical view that life begins in the womb and that marriage is one man/one woman, contrasts biblical justice (equal weights and measures) with progressive group-based justice (equal outcomes), explains Kuyperian sphere sovereignty for charity and the role of church/family versus the state, and warns against false teachers who pander to itching ears.
John Wesley
The Cure of Evil-speaking "If thy brother shall sin against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: If he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. But if he will not hear, take with thee one or two more, that…
Read the full text“They will not practice Matthew 18 — the passage about reconciliation (go and tell your brother, etc.).”
A sermon on Acts 2:42–47 calling the church to reclaim the fourfold devotion of the early church — apostles' teaching (Scripture), fellowship (koinonia), breaking of bread (communion & shared meals), and prayer — which produced unity, generosity, signs, and steady gospel growth. Philip Mitchell exhorts both local and digital disciples to move from consumer Christianity to committed participation, supports small churches, and announces a new book, a new series, and his forthcoming sabbatical.
“If you have an ought against your brother, go to your brother alone... go back with two or three witnesses... then you bring it to the church.”
Pastor Willie Lee Young Jr. preached from Acts 1:9–14 (Ascension narrative), calling the congregation to stop 'standing and gazing' at what was lost, be interrupted out of spiritual stagnation, embrace the Holy Spirit's power, and move into obedience, prayerful unity, and mission. The service also celebrated Mother's Day with a poem, gifts, and church announcements, and concluded with appeals for salvation, church membership, and restored fellowship.
“Jesus' instruction to go one by one, then two to that same person, or three, and make it as private as possible.”
A Bible study on David’s public lament for Saul and Jonathan that draws pastoral lessons about honoring leaders and enemies, the destructive power of sin, the discipline of guarding speech, the value of deep friendships, and the priority of worship and dependence on Christ.
“If we have a problem with our brother we should go to our brother; then take one or two others; then bring it before the church and treat them like an outsider if unrepentant.”
A Bible-study sermon on 1 Corinthians 12–14 explaining spiritual gifts, contrasting speaking in tongues with prophecy, and urging love, order, and edification in corporate worship.
“Whatever you shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven... if two of you shall agree on earth as touching anything that they shall ask, it shall be done for them.”
A teaching and corporate prayer service emphasizing the power of united, sustained intercession—how corporate prayer differs from private prayer, creates spiritual synergy, and accelerates breakthrough—along with ministry announcements and calls to give and volunteer.
“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault... take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or three witnesses.”
Pastor Daniel Batarseh taught practical, foundational tools for studying the Bible: read the whole Bible systematically, read slowly and meditatively, ask the text disciplined questions, use cross-references (Bible interprets Bible), notice concrete details, watch for repetition, and apply New Covenant and Christ-centered lenses. He framed Bible study as essential to discipleship and church mission, illustrated each tool with biblical examples (Abraham, Jacob, Peter, Jude, Luke, John, Genesis, Revelation) and led a short group exercise in Genesis 18.
“What you bind on earth God will bind in heaven... we have this agreement and this is how prayer works.”
Pastor Rick DuBose preaches a call to sustained, disciplined prayer — “keep the lamp burning” — explaining Old Testament tabernacle imagery (lamp, oil, manna, veil) to show how God’s supernatural provision flows into the natural when the church and individuals maintain daily prayer, corporate responsibility, and Holy Spirit dependence.
“The writer said, 'whatever two or three of us are gathered... as in touching anything' (paraphrase of Matthew 18:19-20 about agreement and two or three gathered).”
A teaching and corporate prayer service emphasizing the power of united, sustained intercession—how corporate prayer differs from private prayer, creates spiritual synergy, and accelerates breakthrough—along with ministry announcements and calls to give and volunteer.
“Again I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything they ask...”
Pastor Daniel Batarseh taught practical, foundational tools for studying the Bible: read the whole Bible systematically, read slowly and meditatively, ask the text disciplined questions, use cross-references (Bible interprets Bible), notice concrete details, watch for repetition, and apply New Covenant and Christ-centered lenses. He framed Bible study as essential to discipleship and church mission, illustrated each tool with biblical examples (Abraham, Jacob, Peter, Jude, Luke, John, Genesis, Revelation) and led a short group exercise in Genesis 18.
“Where two or three of us are gathered, he is in the midst (for where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I).”
A teaching and corporate prayer service emphasizing the power of united, sustained intercession—how corporate prayer differs from private prayer, creates spiritual synergy, and accelerates breakthrough—along with ministry announcements and calls to give and volunteer.
“are we here together with the holy spirit where two more are gathered in my name”
A Sunday service centered on worship and the church's mission to 'go and make disciples.' The pastor emphasizes the Great Commission, the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, practical evangelism in the local community, generosity, and an invitation to accept Christ.
“Wherever two or three are gathered in my name, there I am in the midst of them.”
A midweek service focused on fatherhood using the parable of the Prodigal Son to teach about a father's heart: unconditional love and welcome, balanced discipline, provision, role-modelling, communication, and the church's call to celebrate and restore those who return.
“Wherever two or three are gathered in my name, here I am in the midst of them.”
Sermon addressing the 'danger of familiarity' with God — when routine, complacency, or presumption toward God and spiritual things dulls awe, blocks God’s power, and prevents miracles. The preacher warns against taking God for granted, becoming offended by humble vessels, and losing first love; calls people to return to reverent, expectant faith and invites an altar response.
Showing the 4 most recent — 6 more sermons in church libraries reference this verse.
“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, 'Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?' Jesus answered, 'I tell you, not seven times, but 77 times,' and Jesus told the parable of the unforgiving servant.”
Tim Brown teaches that unforgiveness (bitterness) is a pervasive source of spiritual bondage that punishes the holder more than the offender. Drawing on Matthew 18, Matthew 6 and Mark 11, he calls Christians to forgive as God forgave us—absorbing the debt, humanizing the offender, and releasing them—and gives a practical five‑step forgiveness exercise.
“you might have to do that seven times or as the parable says 70 times or as Jesus clarifies seven times 70 times”
Tim Brown teaches that unforgiveness (bitterness) is a pervasive source of spiritual bondage that punishes the holder more than the offender. Drawing on Matthew 18, Matthew 6 and Mark 11, he calls Christians to forgive as God forgave us—absorbing the debt, humanizing the offender, and releasing them—and gives a practical five‑step forgiveness exercise.
“He paraphrases the Unforgiving Servant parable: "in anger, his master handed him over to the jailers to be tortured until he could pay back all he was owed. This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother or sister from your heart."”
Tim Brown teaches that unforgiveness (bitterness) is a pervasive source of spiritual bondage that punishes the holder more than the offender. Drawing on Matthew 18, Matthew 6 and Mark 11, he calls Christians to forgive as God forgave us—absorbing the debt, humanizing the offender, and releasing them—and gives a practical five‑step forgiveness exercise.
“The parable in Matthew 18 about a servant who owed ten thousand talents and the king who 'took pity on him, he canceled the debt, and he let him go.'”
Tim Brown teaches that unforgiveness (bitterness) is a pervasive source of spiritual bondage that punishes the holder more than the offender. Drawing on Matthew 18, Matthew 6 and Mark 11, he calls Christians to forgive as God forgave us—absorbing the debt, humanizing the offender, and releasing them—and gives a practical five‑step forgiveness exercise.
Every reference on this page was extracted from the transcript of a real sermon in a public Sermon Mind church library. Quotes reflect each preacher’s own reading of the text.