Reverend Harvey Alford Matney discusses the difference between religion and fellowship with Jesus. The sermon is based on Colossians 2:8-15.
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Reverend Harvey Alford Matney discusses the difference between religion and fellowship with Jesus. The sermon is based on Colossians 2:8-15.
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In this sermon, my Grandfather examines the writing on the wall story from Daniel 5.
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In this Christmas sermon, my grandfather compares and contrasts the Roman Empire, the greatest power on the earth at the time, with the simple beginnings of Christ.
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Preached almost a century ago, my grandfather’s sermon examines Easter morning.
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In this sermon, my grandfather uses the parable of the Pharisee and Publican to examine the most important aspect of worship.
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There is enormous value to living a Godly life both in this life and the life to come. This is the message of this sermon. A message that needs to preached to every generation.
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True Christianity is not about a bunch of ceremonies and rules. It is a personal relationship with a loving Father. This is what separates Christianity from all the manmade religions of the world. In this sermon, my grandfather examines the hope of all true Christians: the desire to be like Christ.
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The Promise Fulfilled
Sermon Notes of
Reverend Harvey Alford Matney
(1868 – 1951)
February 25, 1917 – San Felipe, Texas
Introduction
Jesus told his disciples to wait in Jerusalem to receive the promised Holy Spirit. This was very important to the early church. They were encouraged while Jesus was with them, but they still weren’t ready to do all that was required. After the Holy Spirit came, there was nothing that could stop them.
In this sermon, my grandfather discusses the Holy Spirit’s arrival at Pentecost. — Harrison Woodard
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In this sermon, my grandfather encourages believers, like Paul did, to press on towards the very best that God has planned for your life.
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A sermon based on Micah 6:8 and Romans 14:17-18 discussing what is most important in your Christian walk.
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In this Easter sermon, Reverend Matney teaches that if unbelievers see our “nail prints” they would believe too. The sermon notes are based on John 20:24-29 and the story of doubting Thomas.
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A Mother’s Day sermon by Reverend H. A. Matney in which he describes the value of mothers and their responsibility. The sermon notes are based on the story of Deborah in Judges 5.
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In this sermon, my grandfather compares the final moments in life of Jesus, David and Paul, and the lessons we can learn from all three. Sermon notes based on Luke 23, 2 Timothy 4, John 19, and 1 Kings 2.
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Jesus’ Conception of Himself and His Mission – Part 2
Sermon Notes of
Reverend Harvey Alford Matney
(1868 – 1951)
March 28, 1926 – Glenwood UMC (Tyler), Texas
Introduction
Jesus never demanded anyone worship or accept Him. He came to the door and knocked, but never kicked the door down. He did the will of God for His life – healing the sick, walking in love and teaching people how the Kingdom of God operates. He would often tell people that had been delivered to “tell no man.” But His fame spread nonetheless.
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Jesus’ Conception of Himself and His Mission – Part 1
Sermon Notes of
Reverend Harvey Alford Matney
(1868 – 1951)
March 14, 1926 – Glenwood UMC (Tyler), Texas
Introduction
A major challenge Jesus faced during His time on earth was appealing to the many competing views on the Messiah’s purpose. Jesus came to do God’s will for His life and demonstrate God’s love to the world. For many, a loving, healing, problem-solving, burden-bearing, sin-removing Savior was not what was expected.
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The Search For Christ
Sermon Notes of
Reverend Harvey Alford Matney
(1868 – 1951)
December 24, 1911 – Chappell Hill, Texas
Introduction
One of my favorite Christmas stories is the story of the wise men that came to worship Jesus. I always wondered about how these men were so moved to travel across the continent to search out a little child. They had a star as their guide we are told in the Bible. They obviously had divine wisdom or had studied the Word. How else could they have known Jesus was “King of the Jews?”