Sermons on Becoming Disciples:

Becoming Small

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

We want to be big, but Jesus makes Himself small. We, too, must make ourselves small, like Jesus.

BECOMING SMALL Mark 9:30-37 (ESV) What is wrong?—We want to be big. What is true?—Jesus makes Himself small. What to do—We must make ourselves small. How?—By… I Observing What Jesus Does for Us (Mark 9:30-32) 1. While Jesus Is Great, He Became Small (9:30-31a) ‘…He was teaching his disciples, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Making Disciples"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 25, 2018

A sermon about the Great Commission.

“Making Disciples” Matthew 28:16-20 Bob Homer’s family lived on “the other side of the tracks” as they used to call it. They weren’t the most “upstanding” and “respectable” family in town. They didn’t go to church. Bob’s dad was boisterous and a bit of a trouble-maker. And Bob was already ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: United Methodist

The Disciple As Evangelist Series

Contributed by Daniel Dennison on Jul 22, 2003

This is the 7th sermon in a series of 8 on discipleship. This sermon talks about the importance of evangelism in discipleship.

Some of the text in this sermon comes from "Out of the Saltshaker" by Rebecca Pippert. Over the past six weeks we’ve talked about several different characteristics of disciples. We’ve learned the importance of submission in discipleship. We’ve learned the necessity of prayer and study in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Methodist

Dare To Be A Disciple!

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 18, 2014

The call to discipleship demands everything of us and gives us all of God in return.

Dare to Be a Disciple – Luke 141:26-33 In 3 Sundays, on June 8, we will be having a baptism service. I wanted to talk about what that means, so that if any of you are interested in being baptized, you might have a clear idea of what it’s all about. Let me ask...who is baptism for? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Character Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

What are the characteristics of being a disciple of Jesus Christ. This sermon seeks to answer that question

The Character of a Disciple 1 John 4:16-17 “Would you tell me which way I ought to go from here?” asked Alice. “That depends a good deal on where you want to get,” said the Cat. “I really don’t care where” replied Alice. “Then it doesn’t much ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Becoming One

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 3, 2015

Satan's key tactic is divide and conquer. The church should remain united – focused on the task ahead instead of the trivialities of disagreement.

“Becoming One” John 17:16-23 OPEN In a Peanuts cartoon Lucy demanded that Linus change TV channels, threatening him with her fist if he didn't. Linus asks, “What makes you think you can walk right in here and take over?” Lucy replies, “These five fingers. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:16-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming A Champion

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Dec 5, 2005

World-class athletes see winning in their mind’s eye. They win the event before it even begins. They see themselves crossing the finish line, overcoming obstacles, fighting the good fight. Likewise, you are in a race, too (1 Cor. 9:24). Here’s how you can

“Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil.” (Matthew 4:1) World-class athletes see winning in their mind’s eye. They win the event before it even begins. They see themselves crossing the finish line, overcoming obstacles, fighting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dull Disciples Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Oct 19, 2010

Sometimes people fail to respond to God's word because they simply don't understand.

Dull Disciples The Book of Mark Mark 8:14-21 I. Introduction. A. Last week we discussed the tragic consequence of someone who refuses to believe and heed God’s word. B. It starts by not believing and can ultimately end in judicial blindness 1. The unbelief we were confronted with last week ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Deceptive Disciple Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Nov 3, 2002

An examination of the betrayal of Judas and the tragic fact that EVERY person will have a testimony...either for Christ or Satan.

CrossPoints – Part Nine “The Deceptive Disciple” John 18:1-7 • Page 766 • Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) “When he had finished praying, Jesus left with his disciples and crossed the Kidron Valley. On the other side there was an olive grove, and he and his disciples went into it. [2] Now Judas, who ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dull Disciples

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jun 11, 2001

Disciples aren’t born they’re made.

“Dull Disciples” Matthew 16:21-28 Intro: It’s summer time, and for many that means it’s family vacation time. Have you ever had a bad experience on a vacation? If you’ve been on many vacations then you know what I’m talking about. Things don’t always go as planned, people and weather doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Definition Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Bart Price on Jan 8, 2016

The beginning of a 10-week look at how we can and should fulfill Jesus' Great Commission from Matthew 28:19-20.

Turn over to Matthew 28. This passage might be pretty familiar to you, but that’s ok. When you get to Matthew 28, we’ll read verses 19-20. Pay attention to this passage…as it lays the foundation for what we’re studying today. Let’s read our passage for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian Church

A Disciple Gives Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 19, 2019

“And Elijah said to her, ‘Do not fear; go and do as you have said. But first make me a little cake of it and bring it to me, and afterward make something for yourself and your son.’” (1 Kings 17:13)

Introduction: Our theme for today’s sermon is “a disciple gives”. A disciple is a “follower” who adheres to the teachings and lifestyle of his master. A Christian disciple is a person whose life and conduct reflects that of Christ. Since today is children’s harvest and we are worshipping as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16, Acts 16:13-15, Luke 9:36-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You A Disciple?

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Mar 6, 2018

Much of the church today has watered down the gospel so much in order to just attract attenders that Lordship and discipleship are completely foreign concepts. Many want only a casual relationship with Christ, but Christ is not a casual relationship God.

ARE YOU A DISCIPLE? Matthew 16:13-27 This week I was in my storage room looking for something. I reached to the top shelf and felt fur and claws. A flying squirrel jumped up on a box and stared at me. I yelled for Lana to come. Why? Because I needed a sermon illustration. She got there with a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-27

Denomination: Baptist

Make Disciples Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 5, 2012

The First Adam was given a commandment to create life. The Second Adam has given us the commandment to create eternal life in the hearts of all those around us. So as we go, as we teach, as we baptize, we are making disciples.

All authority is given to Jesus. This gives Him the right to command whatever He likes. • He could have pronounced final judgment on the earth right then. • He could have called down those 12 legions of angels to enact vengeance on a fallen and rebellious humanity. • ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: *other

Being A Disciple

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

What discipleship really means.

When I was in college I thought that an area of ministry that I would enjoy doing, and that perhaps God was leading me to, was to be a chaplain in the armed forces. I spent time talking with a pastor who had been a chaplain. I read some material about being a chaplain. Eventually, I actually ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Holiness