Sermons on Christian Disciple:

Red Delicious Apple Christianity I: Mature Christians Are Like Red Delicious Apples Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 18, 2020

For becoming a mature Christian, the seed of faith planted within a believer by the Spirit of God is cultivated and developed into right living by the Word of God for producing the fruit of God.

MATURE CHRISTIANS ARE LIKE RED DELICIOUS APPLES! Based on 2 Peter 1:1-11 As we begin our study of Second Peter, consider the apple. How did this red delicious apple come to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 8, 2018

Call for people to become true disciples

Introduction Has anyone heard of a man by the name of Dietrich Bonhoeffer? Bonhoeffer was born into a large family in Breslau, Poland in 1906. He became a German pastor, theologian, spy, anti-Nazi dissident, and key founding member of the Confessing Church, who was one of few Christian churches in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Called To Be Salt And Light Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 19, 2011

The overall theme of the great Sermon on the Mount by the Lord is how people of the Kingdom of Heaven are to live. Jesus now shows how, “Those who are His disciples should affect the world in the positive way in which they live.”

“Called to Be Salt and Light.” Matthew 5:13-16 We have now concluded our study of the Beatitudes which serve as an introduction to Jesus’ great “Sermon the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Three Marks Of True Disciples (John 11:55-12:11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 22, 2022

Martha, Lazarus, and Mary each model a discipleship verb. Together, they paint a picture of a true disciple.

Two weeks ago, everything changed in the gospel of John. Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, in the full sight of a large group of Judeans. And when the Judeans saw this, "many" gave their allegiance to Jesus. In an instant, they moved from being stubborn, and hard-hearted, and ...read more

Scripture: John 11:55-57, John 12:1-11

Freedom Through Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Bryan Strickland on Mar 7, 2017

This is a sermon series about how God meets our Deepest needs Through the prayer in which Jesus teaches the Disciples and us how to Pray.

Freedom Through Forgiveness God's Answer to Your Deepest Needs - Part 5 of 7 Matthew 6:12 and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. This Morning I want us to look at " Freedom Through Forgiveness”. One of the greatest needs in our lives is the need for forgiveness. Many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12, Matthew 1:9

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Triumph Over Temptation Series

Contributed by Bryan Strickland on Mar 7, 2017

This is a sermon series about how God meets our Deepest needs Through the prayer in which Jesus teaches the Disciples and us how to Pray.

HOW TO TRIUMPH OVER TEMPTATION God's Answer to Your Deepest Needs - Part 6 of 7 Matthew 6:13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Temptation is the world's oldest problem. It's been around since Adam and Eve. We all have our weaknesses. It may be our Temper, eating to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13, Matthew 10:13

Denomination: Church Of God

The Cost

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Apr 27, 2009

Once we have received Christ as our Lord and Savior, everything changes! Not only are we washed clean, but have a true Calling to serve Him! Here we examine what Christ has asked us to take into account before jumping right into this calling.

The Cost: Have You Counted it? Luke 14:26-33 I want to thank Jordan for getting us started on series of messages every believer should take into consideration. A few weeks ago we celebrated the resurrection of Jesus, but as we learned last week, this event of salvation is truly just the starting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26-33

Denomination: Foursquare

"Freedom In A Prison Cell"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 4, 2010

Are we able to rejoice, even when the times get rough? Or does our faith depend on everything “going our way?” There is a cotton-candy like view of Christianity that promises all health and wealth, but it melts away when reality strikes.

Acts 16:16-34 “Freedom in a Prison Cell” There is a lot to be learned from the example of Christians who live in third-world countries, and don’t have the freedom we might often take for granted. Will Willimon tells the story of a Bishop from Angola who came to visit America a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Trained For The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 29, 2014

The second in a series on the Parables from Matthew

Trained for the Kingdom (Parables from Matthew Pt. 2) Text: Matthew 13: 51 – 52 (READ TEXT) Well if you remember from last time, we looked at those two verses and we talked about being trained for the Kingdom, and the importance of getting understanding… and if you remember I said that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:51-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Anger Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 1, 2017

This message on anger is a continuation of the topical discussions Jesus was having with the disciples during the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus was instructing them on how to handle anger. He knew that they would be faced with this challenge moving forward.

ANGER Lakewood | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | 4-30-2017 Matthew 5:21-22 Introduction: ¥ Jesus continues with His discipleship trying by talking with the disciples about anger. Jesus knew that as Christians we would face injustice. He encourages us to handle it correctly. ¥ More than anything I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-22, Ephesians 4:26-27, Proverbs 19:11, Psalm 37:8, Psalm 37:3-9, Colossians 3:8, Colossians 3:12-14, Ephesians 4:31-32, Ephesians 5:2, 1 John 4:12, Galatians 5:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Sermon 6 - The Strength Of Sacrifice Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 31, 2025

As we strive to be salt and light to the world, the sacrifices we make for others can make a difference in drawing them toward faith and commitment to Jesus.

Introduction: A. A funny thing happened to me a number of years ago and I have shared the story with you before, but I think it is a good launching point for today’s sermon. 1. Years ago, while I was driving and using my earpiece, I called my brother, but he didn’t answer, so I left him a message. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13, Luke 9:23, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Apprentice #2: Philip Series

Contributed by Gregg Svalstad on Nov 3, 2004

This is the second in a series of sermons on the disciples using Donald Trump’s "Apprentice" series in contrast to Jesus’ approach of selection. This message focuses on Philip and that God chooses practical minded people.(Drama also available)

Last week we began this brief series “I’ve entitled” The Apprentice: The Type of Person God Chooses. “The Apprentice” is of course the TV reality show centered around Donald Trump in which 18 candidates arrive on scene for a 15 week job interview. They are put through all kinds of challenges, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-50

Denomination: Baptist

What Is That In Your Hand?

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Oct 16, 2005

God’s question to Moses regarding the staff. This sermon focuses on "Little is much when God is in it."

It happened several times a week, almost without fail. Whether they lined up against the wall of the gymnasium, the local ice rink or the snow bank for the back-roads hockey, it was always the same. He got picked last. Last for basketball because he was too clumsy; in hockey he was not ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Don't Get Lost Series

Contributed by Edward Walker on Mar 20, 2007

Falling away from the faith should not be a possibility if the believer puts into practice the principles of goldly living found in the Bible.

Introduction 1. The American Frontier invited many adventurers to tackle the formative challenges of the West. Mountains, deserts, weather, animals, and the natives always posed a serious threat to the lives and wellbeing of the frontiersman and pioneer. 2. Last week I introduced to you a man by ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Parents, Praise, Prophecy, Prayer And Patience

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 27, 2007

A fairly short sermon asking the congregation to pray for parents, to praise God for Jesus, to be open to prophesy, to be regular in prayer and to be patient.

Luke 2: 22 to 40 This is such a lovely all-age event in the life of Jesus. We’ve got a baby (Jesus 2:21), parents (Mary and Joseph 2:22), a man of faith (Simeon 2:25), and a very prayerful and faithful widow (Anna 2:36). The whole event is a reminder to us that children are a gift from God. I was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Anglican