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#3 Faith To Follow Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 24, 2003

based on 27 ratings

| 6,518 views

I believe that one of the most difficult truths for us to accept is the fact that we are not yet ready to follow the Lord Jesus into certain Situations, Places or Circumstances. Here Jesus spells out what It actually means to ‘take up one’s cross daily in

I believe that one of the most difficult truths for us to accept is the fact that we are not yet ready to follow the Lord Jesus into certain Situations, Places or Circumstances. Ah yes, in our hearts we really do believe that we are ready to confront any or everything in the spirit-world; but in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:37

Denomination: Baptist

"Two Forgetful Followers”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 24, 2019

based on 1 rating

| 5,273 views

An annotated outline of a sermon about the two disciples on the road to Emmaus.

Jesus had been raised from the dead. Here we read about one of His post resurrection appearances. Unaware Jesus had risen, all these two disciples knew was He had been crucified, His tomb was found empty and they were despondent. Though Jesus promised His disciples He would be raised from the dead ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Aug 19, 2014

based on 2 ratings

| 11,177 views

Follow Jesus

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Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: *other

Follow My Leader

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Nov 17, 2003

based on 40 ratings

| 2,756 views

To celebrate the Kingship of Christ

When I was a lad I wasn’t always the saint that I am now. In fact there’s one thing I did when I was 12 which I’m still heartedly ashamed of. I lived in Bootle, a rather run-down suburb of Liverpool in the U.K., and a group of seven or eight of us used to play together in the streets after ...read more

Scripture: John 6:48-58

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Come Follow Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 1,101 views

The main point of this sermon is to explore the call of Jesus Christ, understanding that while discipleship requires self-sacrifice, it brings immeasurable blessings and a new way of life.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive deep into the life-changing call of Jesus Christ, the cost that comes with answering that call, and the immense blessing it brings into our lives. As Dietrich Bonhoeffer once said, "Salvation is free, but discipleship will cost you your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19-22

Topics: Following Christ

The Price Of Following Jesus SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

based on 2 ratings

| 1,231 views

Exploring why the rich young ruler walked away and the true cost of following Jesus.

In the Gospels, we find various conversations and interactions that Jesus had with people during His earthly ministry. These exchanges are of great importance to us, as they teach us valuable lessons. One such encounter is with the rich young ruler, whose story ends tragically. Let us delve into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Topics: Rich Young Ruler, Cost Of Discipleship

Following In His Steps.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 24, 2019

based on 3 ratings

| 6,907 views

Following in his steps – 1 Peter chapter 2 verses 21-25 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: FIRST: Jesus is our Example in Life (vs 21-23) SECOND: Jesus is our Substitute in Death (vs 24) THIRD: Jesus is our Guardian Shepherd in Heaven (vs 25) SERMON BODY Ill: • C.S. Lewis was once asked, “Why do Christians suffer?” • He answered, “Why not? They are the only ones who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Brethren

Followers On The Journey Home

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 23, 2016

based on 4 ratings

| 5,583 views

If we are going to emulate anybody, we must emulate Jesus.

FOLLOWERS ON THE JOURNEY HOME. Philippians 3:17-4:1. The Apostle Paul had been telling of the forward motion in his own Christian life (Philippians 3:13-14), and encouraged his readers to be like-minded with him (Philippians 3:15-16). The writer even went so far as to set himself up as an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1, Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefits Of Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Jason Duhon on May 9, 2023

| 2,392 views

Without a doubt, there are costs that come with discipleship. But there are also some incredible benefits.

Last week, we began a cost-to-benefit analysis of discipleship. On one side of the ledger are the costs. What will it take for me to truly be a disciple of Jesus Christ? On the other side of the ledger are the benefits. What gains should I expect as a Christian? Today we will focus on the benefits ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Success Follows Cleansing

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 74 ratings

| 4,940 views

Let us remember that contrary to popular opinion, God’s ways are always perfect and He knows what the church needs to make it successful

1. One might think that after the dramatic deaths of Ananias and Sapphira many would have hesitated to become involved with the Christian church ö however, just the opposite occurred. Instead of the judgment creating panic, the church experienced an extraordinary period of success. The growth of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow My Leader

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 29, 2018

based on 4 ratings

| 6,087 views

Receive not the grace of God in vain.

FOLLOW MY LEADER. 2 Corinthians 6:1-13. In his earlier letter, Paul had spoken of himself and others as ‘God’s fellow-workers’ (1 Corinthians 3:9). The word for “fellow-workers” gives us our English word, ‘synergy’, which speaks of a combined effort, a co-operation with God if you will. It ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

based on 940 ratings

| 355,647 views

Jesus confronts three men with the high cost of following Him.

READ: Luke 9:57-62. Luke records for us in this passage an account of THREE (3) MEN whom Jesus met as He travelled along with His disciples. Two of these men declared that they wished to follow Jesus; to become His disciples. The other was one whom Jesus SUMMONED to follow Him. What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62, Luke 9:51-62, Psalm 16:1-11, 1 Chronicles 4:1-20, Psalm 16:1-16 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"follow"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 18, 2021

| 1,810 views

God commands us to follow Christ. What does it mean to follow? our text asks us to mimic or follow Christ.

John 1:43-51 Follow Events prior to today’s text • John the baptizer talks about the arrival of Jesus Christ John says, "the one coming after me is preferred before me " follow him. • John says "Jesus is the Lamb of God", and is baptized by the baptizer, and God ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-51

Denomination: Methodist

Follow Your Heart?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 12, 2019

based on 1 rating

| 3,669 views

Following your heart may lead away from following the voice of the Good Shepherd

Weekend Message/Devotion May 12, 2019 Follow Your Heart? John 10:22-30 Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your blessing ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30, Mark 7:14-15, John 5:17, John 7:14, Matthew 20:30 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following Jesus To The Wilderness

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 27, 2004

based on 19 ratings

| 10,119 views

Matthew shows how we can overcome sin by not making the same mistakes that the Israelites did and by following the example of Jesus in dealing with temptation.

FOLLOWING JESUS TO THE WILDERNESS FOCUS: THE TEXT SHOWS HOW CHRIST DEFEATED SATAN’S TEMPTATIONS IN THE WILDERNESS. FUNCTION: TO SHOWS THE HEARERS HOW JESUS IS THE PERFECT EXAMPLE IN DEFEATING SATAN’S TEMPTATIONS. TEXT: LUKE 4:1-13 Mark Thornton stood 6 feet with his black pin striped ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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