Sermons on apostle calling: showing 16-30 of 173,269

The Calling Of The Twelve Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 22, 2021

What happens when 12 ordinary men answer the call of 1 Almighty God?

Introduction The story is told of a group of men who had been sailing in the Atlantic Ocean when they came too close to shore and crashed against the rocks. Out of concern for other sailors in similar conditions, the surviving group determined to build a lighthouse to warn others of the impending ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus Call To His First Apostles

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 22, 2011

The call of Andrew, Peter James and John reflects the Great Commission

Jesus Calls His First Disciples In this morning’s Gospel reading we read of Jesus’ encounter with Peter and Andrew and James and John – and with his call for them to follow him. Jim Eliot, an American missionary who was killed on 8th January 1956 taking the Gospel to the Waodani ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Anglican

Called To Holiness In Christ Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jan 14, 2017

Are you living up to the life God gives you? You’re endeared and endowed; now what?

In the eleventh century, King Henry III of Bavaria grew tired of court life and the pressures of being a monarch. He made application to Prior Richard at a local monastery, asking to spend the rest of his life as a contemplative (i.e., monk). "Your Majesty," said Prior Richard, "do you understand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Other

Paul - Called By God

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 16, 2023

Paul was called of God and had confidence in God as shown in 2 Timothy 1

Paul: An Apostle of Christ Theme: To show the confidence Paul had in Christ. Text: 2 Timothy 1:1 – 2 Note: Commentary used from Raymond's Culpepper's Search 66 Introduction What a joy it is for my family and I to be here. We have had a great time meeting Pastor Brian’s family over this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Called Them PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage us to respond to Jesus' call in our lives, becoming workers in His harvest field, spreading the good news and showing His love to a world in need.

Good morning, church family! Today, we gather to explore a passage from the Gospel of Matthew, which centers on Jesus' call to the apostles, their response, and the challenge for us to respond to Jesus' call in our lives today. In the words of C.S. Lewis, "The great thing to remember is that, ...read more

Topics: Jesus Calling, Apostles

The Apostles Series

Contributed by Josh Mcdowell on Mar 18, 2005

This a simply expository study of Acts 1:12-26. The (5 points) Apostles Styles, Supplication, Spokesman, Situation, Selection.

The Apostles Acts 1:12-26 1. The Apostles Styles (v.13) This is an adapted idea from Herb Hodges book Tally Ho the Fox. Let’s look at the list of the Disciples here in Acts compared to the other three lists in Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Matthew 10 Mark 3 Luke 6 Acts 1 Simon (called Peter) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciples Are Called Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 25, 2014

What we see from Mark 3 is a very simple message based on the actions and teachings of Jesus: "If we are to be LIKE Jesus in our life … shouldn't we live and act as He did?"

The Disciples are Called Mark 3:1-19 Introduction - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- He is the ultimate servant; giving Himself clearly for all who will receive -- Key verse: Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call Of Paul Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 5, 2016

Can one person make a difference? If you think you are too damaged to be used by God, you need to check out what God did with Paul!

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • Contracting leprosy more or less ruined your life during the times of Jesus and Paul. Once one contracted leprosy, their life was ruined forever. Generally, there was no recovery, there was no grace, there was no forgiveness. • Once a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Apostles Study Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 1, 2014

Today we'll begin a study about the APOSTLES, what were the requirements to be an Apostle? There are some people today that call them selves apostles, but as we're about to see, no one today meets these requirements.

#1~ APOSTLES: INTRODUCTION 12-7-13 Today we'll begin a study about the APOSTLES, what were the requirements to be an Apostle? There are some people today that call them selves apostles, but as we're about to see, no one today meets these ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Apostle Peter Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 1, 2014

Peter also called Simon; Simon Peter's father's name was John sometimes referred to as Jonas or Jonah. -- We know nothing more about his parents. ~Simon was a very common name. There are at least seven Simons in the Gospel accounts.

#8~ THE APOSTLE PETER 1-25-14 The New Testament gives a more complete picture of Peter than of any other disciple, with the exception of Paul. ~Peter also called Simon; Simon Peter's father's name was John sometimes referred to as Jonas or Jonah. -- We know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

I Yam What I Yam!

Contributed by Larry Turner on Feb 11, 2014

A message of encouragement to small churches and their pastors.

While I was cleaning up the building Monday morning the Holy Spirit and I had a nice conversation. If you have never talked with the Holy Spirit I highly recommend it. Jesus sent him when He left to comfort us, to teach us, and to remind us of what we have been taught. We talk to God a lot. We talk ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Denomination: Foursquare

Are There Apostles Today?

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

Many today are seeking church offices that appear higher than that of Pastor, Jesus warns us to be wary of such folks.

Are There Apostles Today? These things says He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: “I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear those who are evil. And you have tested those who say they are apostles and are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Apostle’s Creed 4 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 5, 2012

The creeds came about as a way of combating those errors that the compilers thought most dangerous at the time.

Dakota Community Church February 5, 2012 Church History Sunday 3/2012 The Apostles Creed 4 These Things We Believe 2 Timothy 4:1-3 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: Preach the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-3

Denomination: Mennonite

Mary Magdalene, Apostle To The Apostles.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 20, 2022

Mary was a Jewish woman from the fishing town Magdala, on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. Her name is mentioned 12 times in the Gospels, more than most of the apostles.

Mary Magdalene, Apostle to the Apostles. Luke 8:1-2NKJV. I was thinking this week about how we all have the potential of not hearing God’s voice. Worse yet, not responding to God’s voice—Turning a deaf ear. Author and speaker Sir Ken Robinson resides from Liverpool, England, the same hometown as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-2, Luke 7:36-37

Denomination: Church Of God

The Testimony Of The Apostle Peter

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Mar 23, 2008

This sermon is a dramatic monologue of the Apostle Peter which includes his call, his denial and his restoration.

Title: Peter’s Testimony Text: Mark 14:66-72 Date: 3/23/2008 Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist Church Introduction: Someone once said that Christianity rises or falls on the Resurrection of Jesus Christ,’ and of course that is correct. The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Baptist