Sermons on Discipleship:

Principles Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 29, 2003

In this passage Jesus lays out the principles of discipleship, when He says, “If anyone would come after me" he must deny himself, take up his cross and follow me.

The Commands of Christ Sermon # 24 “Principles of Discipleship” Matthew 16:24 We live in a day of "casual Christianity." I heard someone recently say that the average church could drop one fourth of its members from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship In Context

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 1, 2006

A discipler must work within a given context of his ministry.

INTRODUCTION A discipler must work within a given context of his ministry. First context is selflessness… I. SELF-DENIAL MUST BE EXERCISED, 18-19 A. Free of Charge (No personal gain) • DISCIPLER: It is all discharging Christian duties as a recipient of the gospel and the trust committed by God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Goal Of Discipleship

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 17, 2007

The question on the table when you first came to Christ was: Do you want the Lord to come into your life and begin the life-long process of making you more and more like Jesus so that you will be ready for heaven when the time comes?” How do we as a chur

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO The Goal of Discipleship: Know-Grow-Show Introduction: 1. Sometimes we get the wrong answers because we ask the wrong questions. The main question of the Gospel is not “Do you want to go to heaven?” “Do you go to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Price Of Discipleship

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 17, 2015

We often preach on salvation given so freely, but do we take the time to look at the price we have to pay to be a disciple?

The Price of Discipleship Jesus is on his way to Jerusalem, a journey that he knew would end with him being crucified, and yet many of those following him thought he was on his way to establish his Kingdom in the capital city. Sometimes I wonder if Jesus ever wanted to say: “What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Wesleyan

Discipleship Catalysts Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

This sermon looks at how we disciple others to become followers of Jesus Christ

Communion 1 Corinthians 11:23-28 Steve Cornell tells of when he was a young boy, two things stood out for him on communion Sunday. First, he knew it would be a long service because the pastor had no intentions of cutting short his sermon. Second, he was afraid because n his deep voice, the pastor ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-7, 1 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Methodist

The Discipleship Test

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 22, 2014

Following Jesus is the absolutely most important priority in the life of a Christian. What do you think Jesus would say about how well you’re following Him?

The Discipleship Test Jan. 29, 2014 Luke 9.51-62 Luke 9:51-62 (NASB) 51 When the days were approaching for His ascension, He was determined to go to Jerusalem; 52 and He sent messengers on ahead of Him, and they went and entered a village of the Samaritans to make arrangements for Him. 53 But they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Baptist

Vanity Or Discipleship Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 20, 2014

Herod Antipas was the embodiment of Quoheleth's maxim: nothing is new under the sun. But he had a chance to ask for living waters.

Thursday of the 25th Week in Course 2014 Evangelium Gaudii St. Luke had an informant who had been in the court of Herod Antipas, the old rake and serial killer who had a morbid interest in ghosts, and a flirtation with Judaism and St. John, the cousin of Jesus. Luke records that he liked to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:7-9

Denomination: Catholic

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jun 21, 2014

Jesus paid the price for our lives. We must bear the Cost of Following Him.

The Cost of Discipleship-The price is what you pay initially- The Cost is what comes later. You pay a price for a piano & music lessons. The cost is the hours of practice and work and rehearsal. Jesus paid the price for our lives. We must bear the Cost of Following Him. “When Jesus calls a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: *other

Characteristics Of Discipleship

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 9, 2014

Jesus didn't stop with teaching about the freedom that leads to bondage; He also spoke of a bondage that leads to freedom.. A true disciple is one who has renounced his or her way to follow the way of Christ.

1-20-05 Title: Characteristics of Discipleship Text: “” (John 8:31) Bible Reading: John 8:30-59 Children have a funny way of looking at things. I read a cute little story which points out that fact. It seems Little Jeremy was on a walk with his grandfather when a stranger smiled ...read more

Scripture: John 8:30-59

Denomination: Baptist

Cost Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by James Webster on Mar 14, 2015

Salvation is free but true Discipleship will cost us everything.

THE BOOK OF MARK SERIES MARK 8:34-38 “Cost of Discipleship” OPENING STATEMENTS It appears that the Lord really wants to say something to us about the subject of discipleship. • In January, I was introduced to Hal Perkins Book, “Discipled by Jesus”, in which I am ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-31

Denomination: Nazarene

The Assessment Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 16, 2013

The Assessment of Discipleship - (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Family – Maturity (vs 1-4) (2). The Field – Quantity (vs 5-9a) (3). The Temple – Quality (vs 9b-23) SERMON BODY Ill: • A Hallmark Father's Day card contained these words: • "Dad, thanks to your lectures I never change horses in the middle ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:3-15

Denomination: Brethren

The Meaning Of Discipleship

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 9, 2014

The first part of my New Year message for 2014 focuses upon the meaning of discipleship

[A note to the reader: Please note this is not intended to be an expository sermon. I do use the Bible text in question but I relate this to a particular time at a particular church and what God is doing in our midst. If it helps you, great!] A few things that you’ll rarely, if ever, hear in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:17-20

Denomination: Anglican

Cup Of Discipleship!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 4, 2016

Do the PERFECT WILL OF THE FATHER. In this, we also can see what it takes to be a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ. All disciples are believers but not all believers are disciples. The

Cup of Discipleship! (Mat 20:20 KJV) Then came to him the mother of Zebedee's children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him. (Mat 20:21 KJV) And he said unto her, What wilt thou? She saith unto him, Grant that these my two sons may sit, the one on thy right hand, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Intentional Discipleship

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 15, 2016

Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. Mary of Bethany is a wonderful example of this!

Intentional Discipleship John 12:1-8 Introduction Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. This is a story of celebration and worship that takes place in the home of a ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Priority Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Wayne Mock on Feb 4, 2011

Following Christ is not always easy, however it must always be the highest priority.

There are those who want to avoid all that is difficult. Some look for the easiest way. Some seek that which will bring less challenge or less hardship. The US Marine Corps takes pride in having a far different attitude. On the US Marine Corps website are these words under eligibility, “Our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ