Sermons on Call To Discipleship:

Discipleship - The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 23, 2013

Discipleship - The Cost of Following Jesus. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Decision (verse 57-58): (2). Delay (verses 59-61) (3). Determination (verse 61-62) SERMON BODY: Ill: • On a wall near the main entrance to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, • Is a portrait with the following inscription: • "James Butler Bonham--no ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Brethren

Discipleship And The Soup Of The Soup Of The Duck

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 19, 2019

23rd Sunday, Cycle C. Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Have you ever heard the story of THE SOUP OF THE SOUP OF THE DUCK? A relative came to visit a man bringing a duck as a gift. So the bird was cooked and eaten. Soon a stream of guests began to call, each claiming to be a friend of the friend of the ‘man who brought you the duck.’ Each one, of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Catholic

Time To Engage: "Secret Discipleship”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 19, 2025

There are no 007 Christians. Therefore, it’s time to come out of the darkness and into the light of Jesus. In this message we’ll look at how this is our reasonable service, an essential necessity of belief, and an absolute demand in our journey of faith.

Time to Engage: The Journey to Discipleship “Secret Discipleship” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zGVHkfAZug As you may be aware, we’re into our series on discipleship, which is taken from the third word of the vision that God gave us last year entitled, “Exchange, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:9-10, Luke 12:8-9, Luke 17:15-17, Psalm 107:2, Romans 10:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Discipleship: The Answer For Our Growth Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 7, 2014

Immaturity, Spiritual Growth, Others, Unity

1 Corinthians 3:1-23 August 28, 2020 Introduction: Do you remember the story of the Three Little Pigs? It’s my grandchildren's very favorite story. I’ve read it to them so many times. They finishes the sentences. It’s the story of three little pigs who set out to build houses ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Conditions Of Christian Discipleship

Contributed by Chris Layton on Aug 18, 2009

What does it Take to Follow Christ?

Many Christians are only “Christaholics” and not disciples at all. • Disciples are cross-bearers; they seek Christ. o Christaholics seek happiness. • Disciples dare to discipline themselves, and the demands they place on themselves leave them enjoying the happiness of their growth. o Christaholics ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship: Getting Your Bearings Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Oct 31, 2006

Learn how each Psalm in the Songs of Ascent (120-134) describe the exciting life of the modern day follower of God as we climb and grow in our relationship with Christ.

Discipleship: Getting Your Bearings June 2, 2002 Our map for this “Great Adventure” is found in 15 short Psalms from the book of Psalms, (chap. 120 – 134). These Psalms are called the “Songs of Ascent”, because they were sung in sequence by Israelites as they traveled to Jerusalem for their ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Spiritual Friendship -- A Mark Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 15, 2004

Spiritual Friendship is one of the expecations God has of his disciples. This sermon looks at several Scripture passages to identify the keys to building a successful Spiritual Friendship.

(Preface note to the reader: Our church elders identified 7 Marks of Discipleship. Six are suggested by Michael Foss in his book, "Power Surge." To his six, we added the seventh -- Evangelism. These marks are: Spiritual Friendships, Serve Others in and beyond the congregation, Pray Daily, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Discipleship: Created To Be Like Christ Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 14, 2004

1. Troubles cause us to trust. 2. Temptations help us to obey. 3. Offenses teach us to forgive.

(Note: The outline of this sermon, and some of the content have been adapted from Rick Warren’s material on 40 Days of Purpose.) I remember when the makeover shows started. They would give a person a new hairdo, new makeup and a new dress. That was it. But, of course, the American way is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:27-32

Denomination: Methodist

Discipleship: Share The Good News Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 6, 2020

Disciples share the good news of our hope in Christ with others

April 1, 2020 Sermon Series 2020: Discipleship Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Acts 8:26-40; Matthew 28:18-20 Discipleship: Share the Good News Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our news these days is dominated by the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Lutheran

The True Costs And Benefits Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 5, 2006

What does it take to be a disciple of Jesus Christ? What does it mean to take up your cross and follow Him. It may be different than you think.

Two of the major reasons marriages fail are 1) a failure to leave or 2) a failure to cleave. If a husband or wife is so burdened by their family of origin, or are literally shackled by their parents and unable to form a new life with their husband, the marriage is in jeopardy. Or if they leave ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Defend Discipleship Against Division Series

Contributed by Luskey Green on Oct 1, 2006

Defending discipleship against division caused by loyalty to a human persona creates an ongoing allegiance to our Master and Lord.

Introduction Today, we tread troubled waters. We may ‘strain at the oars’ so to speak. Pride will be confronted today. It may even be a little painful. Believe me when I say to you, “This is necessary; to be the real deal, to be genuine and authentic, to become the group of disciples which is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Exclusive Invitation To Rest & Discipleship

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jul 31, 2009

Matthew 11:25-30. The familiar invitation to come to Jesus is explored.

AN EXCLUSIVE INVITATION TO REST & DISCIPLESHIP MATTHEW 11:25-30 INTRODUCTION - Most everyone likes to receive an invitation to a special event. Perhaps the event is a graduation or wedding. Sometimes we send out invitations for birthday parties. Ladies send out invitations for baby showers. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Sermon On The Plain: An Exposition Of Luke 6:17-38

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 30, 2019

Jesus calls us to radical discipleship.

The Sermon on the Plain: An Exposition of Luke 6:17-38 Scholars debate whether this sermon is another version of the Sermon on the Mount. It indeed shares a lot of common themes. Scholars who want to diminish the authority of Scripture try to prove that both evangelists copied and arranged ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-38, Luke 6:17-26, Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Discipleship Is Our Primary Purpose Series

Contributed by Ed Groover on Sep 9, 2007

Our church exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ.

Discipleship is Our Primary Purpose Matt. 28:18-20 Intro: The Bible is our ultimate authority. The Gospel is our primary message. Body: 1A. Discipleship is centered in a specific person: the Lord Jesus. 1B. Jesus said that all authority was given to Him. Philippians 2:9-11 NKJV (9) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Our Spiritual Wake-Up Call

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 21, 2013

God wants us to wake up: 1. To the responsibility of His riches (vs. 8-13). 2. To the treasure of our time (vs. 12-14). 3. To the legacy we can leave (vs. 15). 4. To the glory of God (vs. 15-18).

Our Spiritual Wake-up Call 2 Peter 1 8-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 17, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Peter has been talking about the wonderful things God has done and can do in our lives. Now starting in vs. 8, Peter gives us a spiritual wake-up call from God. Let’s begin by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:8-18

Denomination: Baptist