Sermons about Equipping Disciples

Christian Or Disciple 2

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 18, 2009

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This is the second part of a message that looks at what makes a disciple

Last week we started to take a look at what being a disciple looked like, We discovered that the word Christian came from the original word Χριστιανός or Christianŏs and it originally showed up in Acts 11:26 where we read It was at Antioch that ...read more

Scripture: John 8:28-36

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus' Prayer For The Disciples

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 5, 2004

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We are called into the glory-giving relationship that marks the unity of the Trinity.

John 17:6-19 Jesus’ Prayer for the Disciples As we head toward Good Friday and Easter, I have been drawn to Jesus’ prayer in John 17. Jesus has entered Jerusalem triumphantly on Palm Sunday, he has been teaching in the temple and on the streets. What he has been saying and doing has offended the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: *other

From Follower To Disciple

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Aug 24, 2003

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The disciples became followers of Jesus when John the Baptist pointed Him out, however they only became true disciples when they were willing to leave everything.

From a Follower to a Disciple In the early years of the first century the people of Israel were waiting for the Messiah to come. They were waiting for the person who the prophets had spoken of, to come and set the people free. A man then appeared in the wilderness. He started baptising people ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51, Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Modern Day Disciples Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jul 13, 2004

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I start with the Question, "Is there a difference between a Christian and a Disciple?" This sermon talks about the cost involved in Discipleship, it’s not easy being a Modern Day Disciple.. it will cost you everything.

Modern Day Disciples Pastor Glenn Newton July 4, 2004 Text: Luke 14:25-33 LK 14:25 Large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: 26 "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 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:24-33

Denomination: Nazarene

Worship For The Disciple Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

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How does one enjoy the "presence" of the Lord

Came across a comment by a missionary in Paraguay. Who wrote, “While …serving in Paraguay, a Maka Indian named Rafael came to sit on my porch. I was eating and went out to see what he wanted. He responded, "Ham, henek met." Again I asked what I could do for him, but the answer was the same. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:6-14, 1 Chronicles 15:1-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Becoming A Fruitful Disciple

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Nov 29, 2002

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Remaining in Christ means total dependence on Him for life and for fruitfulness

The Art of Giving: The Fruitful Disciple John 15: 1-8; Nov. 23/24, 2002 Intro: How many of you know what you are supposed to do when you get lost in the woods? (answer: remain where you are until somebody comes and finds you). Have any of you ever tried to do that? Can you imagine how ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Developing A Disciple's Attitude Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 23, 2004

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In the most famous sermon ever preached, Jesus sets forth eight statements that provide the best definition of a disciple ever delineated

Developing a Disciple’s Attitude In a classic comic, Calvin and Hobbes are talking about the New Year when Calvin says, “I’m getting disillusioned with these new years. They don’t seem very new at all. Each New Year is just like the old year. Here another year has gone by and everything’s still ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Transformation Of Struggling Disciples

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 20, 2006

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Consider the four dynamics that will change struggling disciples into dynamic disciples.

Introduction- Have you ever had a duh moment in your faith walk? Duh is a new word that has come into use in recent years. Duh is a slang term of sorts. It is used to tease someone who misses something that is obvious. Such as, if you were to fall and break your arm and I were to ask “Does it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Be His Disciple Series

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Aug 19, 2006

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this sermon teaches about what it means to be called a Disciple of Jesus.

Called to be His Disciple Luke 5:1-11 Intro.: A. Sometimes as you read through and study the Bible you find those extraordinary “Calls” by God with people: - Adam and Eve, Gen. 3:9, “The Lord called to the man, ‘Where are you?” - Gen. 6; God calls Noah to build an Ark and prepare for His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Adventist

The Few, The Proud, The Disciples Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 21, 2006

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Forsake the Fears, Forget the Foes, and Follow the Family of Friends that make up this special group. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template.

The Few, the Proud, the Disciples Matthew 10:1-42 In 8th grade I joined Boy Scouts and I received a book…a manual that would guide my journey from the rank of Tenderfoot 2nd class all the way to Tenderfoot 1st class! As a freshman I went out for the football team and just barely made it. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Go Make Disciples

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005

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God’s call is for every Christian. We have been given the good news of God’s love and forgiveness so that we can share it with everyone we meet.

Matthew 28:19-20 “Go Make Disciples” INTRODUCTION It had been an afternoon filled with sledding and enjoying the recent six-inch snowfall for my two sons and their friends. Faye and I decided to help the boys warm up with mugs of hot chocolate. The next time they came in to warm up we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Lutheran

The Transformed Life Of A Disciple

Contributed by Byron Maynard on Apr 22, 2005

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Jesus never hid from his disciples what it would cost to follow him. To follow Jesus we need a transformed mind, a transformed heart, and a transformed lifestyle.

Sermon preached 4/05 THE TRANSFORMED LIFE OF A DISCIPLE by Pastor Byron K. Maynard Jesus never hid from his disciples what it would cost to follow him. The Apostle Paul also testified of this when he said, What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Heart Of A Disciple? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005

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Comparison of Peter and Judas shows that a true disciple: holds to belief, not doubt; listens to the Word, not the world; lives by the Spirit, not the flesh.

Discipleship Series # 4 (#3 unavailable) What is the Heart of a Disciple? John 6, 13, 15 SCRIPTURE READING: John 6: 60-71 INTRODUCTION: Imagine a church that grows from a dozen members to well over 5,000 --- in just 3 years. They have strong leaders, enthusiastic members, and a fantastic ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is The Goal Of A Disciple? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005

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The GOAL: make disciples who will make disciples What it will take: The Dedication of a Soldier; the Discipline of an Athlete; the Diligence of a Farmer

Discipleship Series # 6 (#5 unavailable) What is the Goal of a Disciple? II Timothy 2:1-6 SCRIPTURE READING: II Timothy 2:1-6 INTRODUCTION: David Glass was the CEO of the Wal-Mart from 1988 – 2000. Back in 1962, he heard that a guy named Sam Walton was about to hold the grand opening for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Disciple's Love For Christ

Contributed by Chew Chew on Oct 11, 2006

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Three evidences of our love for God.

Title: The Discipleâ€™s Love for God Text: Matthew 26:6-13 7 a woman came to Him with an alabaster vial of very costly perfume, and she poured it upon His head as He reclined at the table. 8 But the disciples were indignant when they saw this, and said, "Why this waste? 9 "For this perfume might ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

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