Illustrations from Matthew

407 illustrations referencing Matthew

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Modern Examples of A Better Political Imagination

In our modern world, A Better Political Imagination presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in th...

Matthew 22:37-39
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The Reconciliation and Forgiveness Challenge

In our modern world, Reconciliation and Forgiveness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in th...

Matthew 22:37-39
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A Modern Story of Economic Justice and the Kingdom

In our modern world, Economic Justice and the Kingdom presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in ...

Matthew 22:37-39
sermon illustrationNon-denom

When Gun Violence and Christian Response Meets Real Life

In a nation plagued by gun violence, Christians are called to respond with both compassion and action. Consider the story of Pastor Maria, who organized her congregation to support families affected b...

Matthew 25:31-46
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When Climate Change & Stewardship Meets Faith

The climate crisis is perhaps the greatest moral challenge of our generation. Like the parable of the talents, we have been entrusted with a precious gift - our planet - and we will be held accountabl...

Matthew 6:25-34
sermon illustrationAnabaptist

A Contemporary Questioning Traditional Doctrines Story

In our modern world, Questioning Traditional Doctrines presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in...

Matthew 25:31-46
sermon illustrationPentecostal

A Contemporary Justification Story

In our modern world, Justification presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate...

Matthew 6:25-34
sermon illustrationAnabaptist

The Justice Challenge

Justice isn't just a political issue—it's a biblical mandate. Consider the story of Marcus, a lawyer who decided to use his skills to help immigrants navigate the legal system. Instead of focusing on ...

Matthew 6:25-34
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Finding God in Mental Health & Spirituality

Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd, many suffer in silence, afraid to speak up about their an...

Matthew 6:25-34
sermon illustrationAnabaptist

Modern Examples of Enemy Love

In our modern world, Enemy Love presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are...

Matthew 5:9
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A Contemporary A Better Political Imagination Story

In our modern world, A Better Political Imagination presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in th...

Matthew 5:9
sermon illustrationBaptist

When Miracle Meets Real Life

In our modern world, Miracle presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these...

Matthew 25:31-46
sermon illustrationLutheran

Real-World Morality

In our modern world, Morality presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate thes...

Matthew 5:3-12
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The Reconciliation and Forgiveness Challenge

In our modern world, Reconciliation and Forgiveness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in th...

Matthew 22:37-39
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Lessons from Social Media and Community

In our modern world, Social Media and Community presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their ...

Matthew 25:31-46
sermon illustrationBaptist

A Modern Story of Spirituality

In our modern world, Spirituality presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate ...

Matthew 6:25-34
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A Modern Story of Pentecost

In our modern world, Pentecost presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate the...

Matthew 5:3-12
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A Story of Patience - Story

A story related to this content The story of Rachel illustrates how patience transforms lives through grace.

Matthew 28:19-20
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The Power of Compassion - Story

A story that demonstrates the same truth The story of Deborah illustrates how compassion transforms lives through faith.

Matthew 28:19-20
sermon illustrationOrthodox

When Wisdom - Biblical Analogy

A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In times of testing, we see how wisdom provides victory to those who serve.

Matthew 28:19-20
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The Power of Justice - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Just as a mirror reflecting truth, justice teaches us that perseverance leads to transformation.

Matthew 28:19-20
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When Perseverance - Story

A story related to this content The example of Lydia shows that perseverance is not about self-effort but about love.

Matthew 28:19-20
sermon illustrationPentecostal

The Example of Goodness - Story

A story related to this content The story of Paul illustrates how goodness transforms lives through hope.

Matthew 28:19-20
sermon illustrationAnabaptist

When Gentleness - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Like a lighthouse guiding ships, gentleness requires serve to see {result}.

Matthew 28:19-20
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