Sermons on 120 Disciples:

Called To Be Extra-Ordinary

Contributed by Rev. Dr. John Varughese on May 13, 2025

Rev. Dr. John Varughese Ministering ath Global Power Leadership Conference, NJ

Praise be to God! What a privilege it is to be in His house, surrounded by so many wonderful faces, all gathered here with hearts full of expectation for the great things God is about to do. Today, we stand on the leadership level—not the nursery level. We are called to lead, to grow, and to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jun 30, 2019

The subtitle to this message is "The Proof is in the Fruit." This message deals with the kind of fruit that we are bearing as Christians. It talks about producing and maintaining for the kingdom. "We know them by their fruit..."

MATTHEW 7:15-20 • We are encouraged by God to be discerning. Here is a good start on learning to discern. • It matters who you are connected too. Anointing’s travel… (There are Godly and ungodly anointing”s) I. FRUIT NEEDS A SEED A. Apples don’t come from grape seeds… 1. Unholy people do not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, Mark 4:1-9, Romans 10:11-15, Galatians 6:9, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Our Father In Heaven - The Lord's Prayer - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 30, 2020

Our Father in Heaven, Holy Is Your Name. How do we start our our prayers? Do we just rush right in without acknowledging Who we are addressing. Do we come with gratitude and with reverence and awe? Or do we just barge right in with demands?

Our Father In Heaven (This is a shorter sermon due to being preached via Facebook Live during the COVID-19 shutdown) This past week I received a call about sending chain-mail prayers around the internet. This conversation eventually led into discussing what we call “The Lord’s Prayer”. Almost ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:12-56, Matthew 6:5-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Paul's Farewell To Ephesus Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 16, 2015

To establish that Paul’s farewell was one of kindness and deep concern for the church leaders at Ephesus, and all ministers and elders should aspire to foster this same spirit in their work of Christ everywhere.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Paul’s Commitment To Ephesus 2. Paul’s Commission to Ephesus 3. Paul’s Character in Ephesus Introductory Remarks. 1. This lesson outlines Paul’s farewell address to the Ephesian church elders who came in haste to see him before his journey to Jerusalem. These elders had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unexpected Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on May 5, 2025

Jesus faced some things that we may see as unexpected as he dined with a Pharisee and welcomed a motley group of followers.

There are a variety of ways in which we set expectations. Sometimes cultural norms - like a handshake or a hug - set certain expectations. Sometimes we have expectations based on tradition - for example how to set a table or what you do on holidays. You may have performance expectations set by ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Wants Us To Be Great Commission Christians Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 14, 2023

And we can... 1. Because Jesus will overcome our doubts (vs. 16-18). 2. Because Jesus has all authority (vs. 18). 3. Because Jesus has many ways for us to help (vs. 18-20a). 4. Because Jesus will always be with us (vs. 20b).

Jesus Wants Us to Be Great Commission Christians The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 28:16-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared June 14, 2023 - Revised June 22, 2023) MESSAGE: *Today in Matthew 28 we will focus on the Lord's Great Commission to take the good news about Jesus Christ all over the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Everyone Going Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 22, 2023

The last commission of Jesus must be the first mission of the church.

EVERYONE Going Matthew 28:16-20 Rev. Brian Bill May 20-21, 2023 Now it came to pass that a group existed who called themselves fishers. And lo, there were many fish in the waters all around. In fact, the whole area was surrounded by streams and lakes filled with fish. And the fish were hungry. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Stage Two: For The Sake Of Others

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Jan 25, 2002

What is often overlooked about this text is the fact that Peter and Andrew were already disciples of Jesus (Matthew refers to Simon’s new name, Peter) when they were called to be fishers of men. After they have already followed Jesus for their own sakes,

Matthew 4 verse 19-20 What is often overlooked about this text is the fact that Peter and Andrew were already disciples of Jesus (Matthew refers to Simon’s new name, Peter) when they were called to be fishers of men. After they have already followed Jesus for their own sakes, now they were being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:13-23

Denomination: Lutheran

What's So New About Love?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 7, 2004

When Jesus told his disciples, "i have a new command for you, LOVE," it was an old command - from the beginning of time. What made this command new? How can we have a new love every day? Read and find out.

May 9, 2004 John 13:31-35 When he was gone, Jesus said, “Now is the Son of Man glorified and God is glorified in him. If God is glorified in him, God will glorify the Son in himself, and will glorify him at once. “My children, I will be with you only a little longer. You will look for me, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is Your Vision For 2004?

Contributed by Charles Lane Iii on Feb 14, 2004

Do you know what God’s vision and will for your ministry focus is for the year of 2004? Pastor, teacher, deacon, parent, disciple: you need to know God’s plan for how He desires for you to serve in His Kingdom for this year.

WHAT IS YOUR VISION FOR 2004? Text: Habukkuk 2:1-2 NKJV Introduction: "200 MORE IN 2004" I. STAND YOUR WATCH A. Be alert. Watch for opportunities. Listen for communications. Wait on the Lord. B. Be ready. Have the skills necessary to perform ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:18-19, Habakkuk 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Finding Endurance For The Long Haul

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 25, 2005

The theme is will power, endurance, and overcoming in spite of difficulty. Every one of us come to a point a times when we want to give up and quit. Just like the disciples who fell asleep while they waited for Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. When w

Finding Endurance for the Long Haul Mark 14:32-42 January 23, 2005 The scene for the gospel lesson this morning is set on Thursday evening of Holy Week. It had been an incredibly busy and eventful week for Jesus and the disciples. It had started with the triumphant ride down the Mount of Olives ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Methodist

How Not To Pray

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 27, 2005

Brief Message w/ good illustrations...In answering the disciples request "Teach Us To Pray", Jesus told them how NOT to pray: Don’t Pray HAZY, Don’t Pray CRAZY, and Don’t Pray LAZY. Powerpoint at website.

How Not to Pray Mt. 6:5-13 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html "The proper way for man to pray," said Deacon Lemuel Keyes; "The only proper attitude is down upon his knees." "Nay, I should say the way to pray," said Reverend ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Sinking In The Storm Series

Contributed by Ken Alford on Aug 17, 2001

WITH FOCUS FIXED ON JESUS, ONE CAN RISE ABOVE LIFE¡¦S WAVES. Three times in this passage, the word ¡§immediately¡¨ introduces something Jesus does. Each action reveals a need of the disciples that the Lord met in the time of storm. Here are Three indisp

Lessons from Storms in the Scripture #6 -- August 5, 2001-- AM SINKING IN THE STORM -- The Storm Where Peter Walked on the Water -- Matthew 14:22-33 INTRODUCTION: (1) When an important event has unexpected and undesirable shifts in circumstances, one normal outcome is a sinking feeling in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Taking The Pleasant With The Unpleasant

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Must Jesus bear the cross alone and all the world go free? NO there’s a cross for everyone and there’s a cross for me. Even though many disciples relished the privilege to preach in the name of Jesus, persecution caused many to quit. They thrived on the

1. Why do you think some people grow tired of their jobs? Every job has its so called good and bad points. Yet, some aspects of service are not always considered as pleasant but nevertheless are necessary. Jesus said, "If anyone will come after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross daily ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Major Adjustments Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 23, 2003

Part 6 of series on Blackaby’s Experiencing God: All are called to make adjustments to be disciples, regardless of personality. We have to give up old habits, change our time use, redirect our finances, to enter this city and change it.

The old farmer claimed that he could command his mule with nothing more than a few soft words, no whips or prods necessary. She would respond, he claimed, with nothing more than gently spoken commands. So his buddy down at the feed store asked for a demonstration. “Prove to me that your old mule ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist