Sermons on 12 Disciples:

The Challenge Through Discipleship Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016

Being a genuine disciple of Christ is a very tall order. We are to live in such a way that reflects His character and grace. How is that possible? We must pattern our lives after Christ. We are challenged to imitate the Lord we serve.

The Challenge through Discipleship 2 Timothy 1: 12-14 As we consider discipleship, and our responsibility to follow Christ while investing in others, the Lord Himself stands as the great example. He was fully surrendered to the Father’s will and spent much of His time investing in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Exodus, Part 6 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 14, 2018

We can all obey and be willing to step out/up when God calls. We are not called to understand or know all the details – but we are called to GO and make disciples. Moses is a great example and encouragement of how to obey today.

Exodus, Part 6 Exodus 5:1 – 6:12 Introduction - Exodus is an incredible study of God’s faithfulness to man -- It is also a great encouragement to see man’s ability to be faithful to God - Today we see the first encounter between Moses and Pharaoh -- It is important for us to understand that not ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Know Your Schemes Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 29, 2002

Poetic reflection for Maundy Thursday, in which the Jesus who is about to go to the cross tells His disciples that He knows their schemes to harm, their unwillingness to travel difficult roads, and their failure to accept the burden of testimony, so that

"Oh, I know your thoughts, and your schemes to wrong me. ... Have you not asked those who travel the roads, and do you not accept their testimony?” ‘Jesus said, "Truly I tell you, one of you will betray me, one who is eating with me." They began to be distressed and to say to him one ...read more

Scripture: Job 21:27-29, Mark 14:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Panic Room

Contributed by Carla Powell on Apr 20, 2002

References the movie "Panic Room" (Jodie Foster). Recalls the disciples’ reaction to hide out in a locked room after finding the tomb empty. The "Panic Room" can be both a safe haven and a well-fortressed prison.

"Panic Room" - Easter 2A April 7, 2002 - John 20:19-31 This week I saw the newly-released movie "Panic Room". In this movie, "Jodie Foster plays a wealthy single mom with a teenage daughter. They buy a fancy brownstone in NYC that has a ’panic room’, a fortified hi-tech room in the center of ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Is Your Faith?—part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 10, 2002

Part 2 of a 2-part sermon. Jesus unveiled the location of His disciples’ faith. Christian faith is to have a specific focus. But where is that focus or rather.... Where does Christian faith take us?

WHERE IS YOUR FAITH?—II—Luke 8:22-25 Jesus unveiled the location of His disciples’ faith. Christian faith is to have a specific focus. But where is that focus or rather.... Where does Christian faith take us? Christian Faith takes us to... 1. Those in Need(:22) 2. Physical ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Catch Series

Contributed by Keith Bowman on Jun 5, 2007

The fourth sermon in the Lenten Series "The Signs of John." In this sermon we look at the fishing trip the disciples took after the resurrection and focus on how Peter’s reaction illustrates the change in his and Jesus’ relationship.

Large Catch of Fish I. Introduction A. I’d like to start out this evening with a passage from another Gospel that recalls a similar incident between the disciples and Jesus B. Luke 5:1-8 On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

It's Time For Signs & Wonders

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Jun 22, 2007

Healing, miracles, signs and wonders are for today! They did not cease with the passing away of the apostles and disciples of old. In fact, we will see greater things! Greater signs! Greater wonders! Greater miracles! Get ready now.

By: Donna Kazenske I have really been pressing into the Lord for His wisdom, knowledge and understanding regarding spiritual things. I believe the Lord is drawing us closer and closer to Himself. He wants His church to "know" Him. And when I say, "know Him," I mean really know Him for who He ...read more

Denomination: *other

Certainly -- At A Distance

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 18, 2003

For Good Friday: sometimes we no longer see things because we are too close to them. The disciples saw the cross "at a distance", but the centurion saw it through his callousness, cynicism, and skepticism, and affirmed, "Certainly".

Sometimes when you are too close to something you cannot see it. Or at least you cannot recognize what it is. You can be so close that you do not know what you are looking at. You need somebody else to give you a fresh perspective. My wife and I buy grocery items when they are on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-49

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Panic

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 18, 2006

The disciples panicked, and of course sometimes we do too. However, Jesus may rebuke us! Whatever the situation, he will be in the boat with us, he will be with us, and he will bring peace into the storms of life we face.

Matthew 8: 23-27 As I was reading this Bible passage through yesterday morning I had a ‘flash-back’ to my child-hood. As I imagined the storm on the lake and the disciples saying, “Lord, save us! We’re going to drown”; some famous words (for a UK audience!) went through my mind: “Don’t panic Mr. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Anglican

Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross

Contributed by Richard Deem on Oct 9, 2006

It is important to understand that God has freely given us salvation. It was paid for by the cross of Christ. Along with this salvation comes discipleship. Jesus said if you are going to be His disciple, you have to bear your cross.

Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross (Note: This message was preached at a special School of Ministry/Congress on Leadership convened in Panama City, Republic of Panama) I consider it a great privilege to be invited to be part of this School of Ministry and Congress on Leadership. I want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Church Of God

The Church For Everyone Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 4, 2008

Christians are called to be witnesses to the ends of the earth and to make disciples of all nations. No person or group of people is excluded from God’s love and God’s desire to have them participate in God’s kingdom.

Acts 10:1-23 “A Community for Everyone” INTRODUCTION We conclude our examination of the early Church and the early Christians this Sunday. Our brief study has been both exciting and empowering. We have discovered what the mission and purpose of the church is. We have learned how to maintain ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Jonah Syndrome

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Aug 2, 2010

We are called to be lights in the world, to preach the good news of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We are called to not only to evangelize but to disciple the nations. Not just carry around Bibles, or wear silver crosses on their necks. We

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com And God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God repented of the evil, that he had said that he would do unto them; and he did it not. Jonah 3:10 ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Come Away With Me!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 2, 2012

Peter and the disciples are struggling across the lake on a cold stormy night. They are tired, worn out from rowing, their muscles are aching, they are cold and they feel like a dirty beaten rug. In that moment of fatigue they see something walking on the

Sermon - Come away with me! Thesis: Peter and the disciples are struggling across the lake on a cold stormy night. They are tired, worn out from rowing, their muscles are aching, they are cold and they feel like a dirty beaten rug. In that moment of fatigue they see something walking on the water ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Parking! Keep Moving!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Feb 25, 2014

Where have you parked your life? Illegal parking brings with it certain penalties such as tickets, towing, charges and fines. As disciples of Christ we need to be aware of where we have a tendency to park spiritually

All drivers at some time or other experienced the lovely frustration of driving around trying to find a parking spot. Sometimes you need to park in order to transact whatever business or appointment is pending. Sometimes you just park! Our life as believers and disciples of Christ is viewed as a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Rich Man And His Steward

Contributed by Segun Omole on Oct 5, 2012

Parables are a practical illustration of heavenly truth. Jesus whilst teaching his disciples used so many of these parables to drive home heavenly truths. These were things that his folllowers at the time could relate to easily.

Parables are a practical illustration of heavenly truth. Jesus whilst teaching his disciples used so many of these parables to drive home heavenly truths. The were things that his folllowers at the time could relate to easily. The rich man in this particular parable can be likened to God. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal