Sermons on Calling Of The Disciples:

Yes! . . . Well, Maybe

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jul 1, 2019

Jesus calls us to be his disciples, but too often we have excuses to do it right then

Luke 9:51-62 As most of you know, this is my final Sunday at Saint John’s. According to the canons of the Diocese, I must leave when the new rector comes. After much prayer and tears, with the help of Father Stephen, I decided the most graceful way to leave would be at the end of the current ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Episcopal

The Power Of A Second Chance

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Apr 14, 2003

A sermon on Peter’s three denials: It is a call to understand that God gives us second chances in life and we aren’t to squander them.

The Power of a Second Chance April 2, 2003 Pastor Lynn Floyd Introduction: Read Mark 14:27-31, 66-72 “You will all fall away,” Jesus told them, “for it is written: “’I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered.’ But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee.” Peter ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-31, Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Baptist

You Are A King

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Jun 6, 2006

When God is called the King of kings what does it mean? It means amongst other things that all His children are kings. You are a king!

YOU ARE A KING Yes! For as long as you are a child of God, born-again by the washing of your sins through the precious blood of the Lamb, you are a king. Something more happened that day you accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour than you know. That day Jesus empowered you to be a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You A “christian” Or Are You A Disciple? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 25, 2016

God calls us to be more than just people who live the way they want throughout the week and then maybe turn up for a couple of hours at church on Sunday.

The question: Are you a “Christian” or are you a disciple? Perhaps you have been a Christian for years. There was that point in your life when you discovered Jesus for yourself. Maybe, something happened that caused you to seek comfort, or meaning or healing in your life. Maybe ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Here We Are, Lord Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Aug 16, 2017

what does it take to be disciples of Christ; Jesus call to discipleship; who were the twelve Apostles

Today’s scripture continues the great commissioning of the disciples which started with last week’s gospel reading. Jesus had been traveling through the cities and villages, teaching in the synagogues, healing the sick and proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom. He quickly realized that there was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39, Matthew 10:19-20

Denomination: Episcopal

God’s Call Is Life’s Greatest Opportunity

Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 18, 2014

God’s call has always been a person’s supreme opportunity. It was so with Abraham, Moses, and the prophets, and with all of the disciples and Paul.

God’s Call Is Life’s Greatest Opportunity Text: “And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men” (Matt. 4:19). Scripture Reading: Matthew 4:18 – 23 10 Introduction God’s call has always been a person’s supreme opportunity. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

Sensitive Servants

Contributed by Clyde Paige on Feb 27, 2007

Gods servants making theirselves available when God calls

Servants Sensitive to the Spirit Acts 6:26-39 Listen to one of the most exciting stories in all the scriptures: Learning to listen to the Lord is one of the greatest needs in our churches today. It is not always easy to know where to go its not always easy to know what to do its not always easy to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

Vivir Como Hijos De Luz

Contributed by Stephen Boldin on Aug 29, 2006

God calls to live as light in a world of darkness. Series in Ephesians

Vivir como hijos de luz Efesios 4:17-32 Debemos vivir de una manera diferente al mundo alrededor nuestro. Recuerda que Pablo nos exhorta en Efesios 4:1 “os ruego que andeis como es digno de la vocacion con que fuisteis llamados.” En Efesios 1:4 dice que “Dios nos escogio en el antes de la ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciple’s Marching Orders: The Great Commission Part 1 Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 13, 2021

By what authority Did Jesus commissioned His Disciples? All scripture references are from the NASB.

Yesterday we observed the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the United States. Our lives have not been the same nor as safe ever since. We just handed back (surrendered) Afghanistan to the Taliban who harbored and abetted Osama Bin Laden and his organization in this terrorist ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

John 90 Years Old Finished Well Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 1, 2023

John was one of the first to be called to be a disciple.

A. JOHN BEGAN WELL 1. The apostle John was one of the first called. “Two disciples followed Jesus … Andrew first ... found his brother … brought him to Jesus … John also found his brother ... we have found the Messiah … the Christ” (John 1:38-41, ELT). 2. The youngest of the 12 disciples – 17 ...read more

Scripture: John 1:38-41, John 21:7, Revelation 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Disciple’s Lack Of Understanding Rebuked: Blind Man Healed Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 22, 2017

These verses in Matthew and Mark are some of Jesus’ teaching concerning false doctrine. He compared false doctrine to yeast. It appears small and insignificant, but it grows secretly and soon saturates everything.

-AD 29- Magdala (45) Disciple’s Lack of Understanding Rebuked: Blind Man Healed (Jerimiah 5:21) Matthew 16:5-12, Mark 8:14-26 These verses in Matthew and Mark are some of Jesus’ teaching concerning false doctrine. He compared false doctrine to yeast. It appears small and insignificant, but it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:5-12, Mark 8:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

And They Were Called Christian

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 6, 2007

The accompanying message to my book which bears the same name. This message reveals the four-stages in the process of becoming a true Christian.

“And they Were Called Christian” 1 Cor 2:`4 / Acts 2, 5, 6, 11/ * As a boy I was in several organizations which promoted by rank. Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, & even Royal Ambassadors have different “rank” or “levels” of development. The rank was literally an indication of your commitment, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

Come And See: One For One Series

Contributed by Viji Roberts on Mar 26, 2016

Jn 1:41. A call to invite. A call to discipleship

COME AND SEE: “One-for-One” Jn 5:31-51 [ Jn 1:41] Jn 1:41. He [Andrew] first found his own brother Simon and told him, “We have found the Messiah!” (which is translated Christ). I. OBJECTIVE For us to do likewise just as John, Our Lord, Andrew and Philip did ...read more

Scripture: John 1:41

Denomination: Brethren

Drawn To Jesus-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 16, 2014

2 of 5. John recalled the manner by which Jesus’ disciples first became convinced that He was Messiah. Some will become Jesus' disciples. But What draws/attracts those disciples? Disciples are drawn to Jesus thru their…

DRAWN TO JESUS—II—John 1:35-51 John recalled the manner by which Jesus’ disciples first became convinced that He was Messiah. Some will be drawn to follow Jesus as Messiah/Christ. What draws/attracts disciples to Jesus Christ? Why are disciples drawn/attracted to Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Make Disciples Like Jesus Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 18, 2025

Discipleship is the heart of the Christian life. It is not just about believing the right things—it is about becoming like the right One: Jesus Christ.

Go! And Make Disciples Like Jesus Introduction: A Call to More Than Belief Discipleship is the heart of the Christian life. It is not just about believing the right things—it is about becoming like the right One: Jesus Christ. Today, we hear again the call of Christ—not only to come to Him, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Romans 8:29, Matthew 11:29, Luke 9:23-24, Mark 8:34-35, Matthew 16:24-25, Colossians 1:16-17, John 14:16-17, Romans 10:9, Philippians 2:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal