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  • Anonymous Contributor avatar

    Following Jesus

    Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Jun 8, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,008 views

    What is your position before Jesus? Are you still saying "no" to Jesus? Or do you immediately follow Jesus like Andrew, Peter, James and John?

    Outline A. Calling B. Challenge C. Command D. Caution E. Cost Scripture Matthew 4:19; Isaiah 6:8 Matthew 4:19 "Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Following Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 441 views

    This sermon encourages us to heed Christ's call, transform our lives through repentance and redemption, and courageously walk the path of righteousness.

    Good morning, dear friends. Welcome to this sanctuary, a haven where we gather to feel the warmth of fellowship and the comforting embrace of our Lord. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of Mark, specifically to chapter 2, verse 14. The words that we find there are a beacon in the ...read more

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    The Cost Of Following Jesus

    Contributed by Stuart Webb on Oct 23, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,319 views

    ’When the warm fuzzies end’. When we first meet Jesus we experience the warmth and unconditional Love of God.But as we grow in God we are confronted by the challenging call to discipleship. This requires laying down our selfish desires and doing Gods will

    The Cost of following Jesus Luke 14:25-35 (New International Version - UK) Large crowds were travelling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters— yes, even his own life— he cannot be my ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Follow Jesus!

    Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,547 views

    As kids we sang: "I have decided to follow Jesus. No turning back!" But is that the reality of our adult lives? Are we willing to deny and sacrifice ourselves and all we have for Christ's sake?

    [Sermon preached on 3 June 2018, 2nd Sunday after Pentecost / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] When I was a kid—I think I was eight years old at the time—I attended a Summer Bible Camp. I will never forget it, for many reasons. In particular, I remember how at the end of the day’s program, we always ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Following Forever

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 8, 2013
     | 2,599 views

    Shows how the power of the will determines our destiny

    “Following Forever” October 6, 2013 Mark 1:16-18 “As Jesus walked beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Following Jesus Series

    Contributed by Justin Miller on Aug 31, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,284 views

    Join us as we take a real-life look at how the life and ministry of Jesus can radically change our life today.

    Today, we’re kicking off a new series, Following Jesus, and we’re going to be spending a few months going through the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7. Its amazing b/c in 3 chapters, like a 20 minute sermon, Jesus gives us some of the richest teaching in the history of the world and He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Following Jesus"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 2, 2016
     | 8,492 views

    Following Jesus means going places we might normally not go.

    “Following Jesus” John 4:4-30, 39-42 I am in my 8th year of being Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church. That means you all have put up with me for nearly 8 years!!! I’d say, that’s amazing, and thank you. In all seriousness, there are real positive things ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Follow Jesus Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 23, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,831 views

    We are following the development of the faith of the disciples. Like us, sometimes they demonstrate great faith. Sometimes they fail. Always they follow Jesus. Courage calls us to follow Jesus.

    Keys of Courageous Faith: Follow Mark 10:32-52 Introduction Today we conclude our series on Keys of Courageous Faith. We are following the development of the faith of the disciples. Like us, sometimes they demonstrate great faith. Sometimes they fail. Always they follow Jesus. Courage calls us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Challenge To New Deacons Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Dec 2, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,074 views

    A Deacon Ordination Sermon

    Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in Colossians Sermon Title: A Challenge to New Deacons Sermon Text:: Col 2:6-7 Introduction: Now I want you all to know that as I began preparing to write this sermon, I was thinking and praying about what to do and I was thinking to myself, "...well God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Challenge - Cebuano Translation Series

    Contributed by Skip Moran on Sep 14, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 36,454 views

    Jesus consistently challenges his followers. Jesus knows each of us need a different type of challenge. This exercise leads students to see their relationships, roles and life events as specific challenges which Jesus specifically chose for them, for Hi

    The “Jesus Challenge” What are 3 things Jesus is challenging you with today? Unsa ang tulo ka butang nga gihagit ni Hesus kanimo, karung ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Willing To Follow

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 27, 2004
    based on 33 ratings
     | 4,147 views

    They left everything and followed him; a challenge for following Jesus.

    Knute Rockne served as head coach of Notre Dame University’s football team from 1918-1931. During those 13 seasons, he scored a winning percentage of just over 88%, the best ever for a college (or pro) football coach. Rockne knew how to play football. More precisely, he knew how to coach; to ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Humility: The Toughest Challenge Series

    Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 18, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,546 views

    As believers, we are called to serve one another in humility. How do we do that? What does that look like in our day to day lives?

    Humility…The toughest challenge “The Amazing Race” Phil 2:1-11 If anyone would like to acquire humility, I can, I think, tell him the first step. The first step is to realize that one is proud. C.S. Lewis Phil 2:1-11 If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Given To Jesus

    Contributed by Efren V. Narido on May 2, 2024
     | 679 views

    What would a person do, when he is given by God the Father to Jesus?

    “Jesus answered them, ’I told you, and you do not believe. The works that I do in my Father's name bear witness about me, but you do not believe because you are not part of my flock. My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Challenging Gift Of Prophecy

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 27, 2022
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    Jesus exercising the gift of prophecy did not always bring about immediate growth in the population of the kingdom of God, and it will seldom do that for us.

    Thursday of the 3rd week in Lent When one commits himself to Christ in Baptism, three gifts come along with that commitment. Just as Jesus was, the Holy Spirit anoints the Christian to be priest, prophet, and leader. Jesus Himself was a priest according to the order of Melchisedek, not Levi or ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Challenge For Elijah

    Contributed by Richard Hosea on Jun 15, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,475 views

    A challenge to the congregation to listen to the still small voice of God.

    A Challenge from Elijah And The Still Small Voice 1 Kings 19: 1-18 All of us want to be heard and understood. We want to make sure that what we say is understood so that there will be no misunderstandings Right communication is very important if we are going to get our message across. “I know you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist