Sermons on Evidence Of Discipleship:

Discipleship: Taking Up A Cross And A Shovel

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

A strong challenge to full discipleship.

READ: Luke 6:46-49 We’re going to come straight to the subject matter of these verses this evening. I have no introduction, except to say that: - in verse 46 - Jesus ASKS A DAMNING QUESTION - in verse 47 - Jesus CALLS FOR DECISIVE ACTION - in verse 48 - Jesus GIVES A DRAMATIC ILLUSTRATION And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Principles Of Discipleship (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 29, 2001

Many people fear discipleship but it is the primary command of the ’Great Commission’. This study looks at how we all fit into this calling.

Three Principles of Discipleship (Part 2) 2. Teaching The next step in discipleship is teaching. The relationship side of discipleship gets off target because we have been taught that these two go together. The relationship may produce opportunities to share and teach each other, but the focus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Galatians 1:8-9, Galatians 1:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Commitment To Discipleship - Part 2 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 22, 2003

David then addresses in verse 2, the nature of our Christian life as it pertains to our Commitment to Christ in our discipleship in which He enables us to grow by His grace.

“The Model for the Christian Life” Psalm 23:1-6 (2 of 6) 1. The CHRISTIAN Relationship (v.1) 2. COMMITMENT to Discipleship (v. 2) Isaiah 30:23; Ezekiel 34:13; Isaiah 49:9-10; Revelation 7:17; 22:17; John 8:31; Luke 9:59-60; John 15:4-10; John 6:66-69; 2 Timothy 3:14; Hebrews 13:4; James ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Baptist

Part 6 - Discipleship God's Way Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 4, 2005

Part 6 of our Finding Purpose Series will look at what God expects from us as ddisciples and how Jesus put those following Him in their place.

FINDING PURPOSE SERIES Part 6 – Discipleship God’s Way Rev. Bruce A. Shields DD First Baptist Church East Tawas Michigan Watch this sermon online @ www.tawasbaptist.org Introduction - “Good morning and welcome to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City. Today we will be looking at part 6 of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Bible Church

The Real Cost Of Discipleship – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Oct 22, 2006

The picture has not been very encouraging: sheep among wolves, hated and despised, betrayed by family and loved ones, sold-out for convenience and self-preservation, falsely accused and punished, even tortured and killed. All this they had to look forward

From being on the receiving end of personal betrayal and persecution to the point of beatings and death, to being cast in a light that will cause them to be labeled with the most odious of labels, the disciples have been hearing from their Teacher just what the price tag is for all who would really ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Cost Of Discipleship – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Oct 29, 2006

Being in contact with the cleansing fire from Jesus Christ is supposed to set us ablaze with love for Him, for the things of heaven, and for the salvation that He has bought for us. It is supposed to consume our thoughts and our emotions. It is supposed t

I want to start today with a little object lesson if I may. In this dish I have a crumpled piece of newspaper. I am going to set fire to it. See how quickly the flame consumes the paper? I have to drop it back into the dish if I’m going to keep from getting burned, don’t I? Okay, now what has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Form Of Discipleship Of Jesus (1 Of 3) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Discipleship was not simply a program through which Jesus ran the disciples. Discipleship was life.

In the New Testament mathethes occurs only in the Gospels and Acts. The term occurs at least 230 times in the Gospels and 28 times in Acts. The usage is characterized by the fact that mathethes denotes the men and women who have attached themselves to Jesus as their master. Acts has an absolute ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship: Providing Life-Changing Relationships

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Aug 19, 2013

Discipleship is the key to our church’s future. Why? In this lesson, we examine the fourth and final reason in this series.

The Key to Our Church’s Future 2 Timothy www.crbible.com/sermons Part 4 – Discipleship: Providing Life-changing Relationships Discipleship is the key to our church’s future. Why? First, because discipleship is God’s way of passing our faith along Second, because ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

The Forgotten Work Of Discipleship Part I Series

Contributed by Terry Frazier on Mar 1, 2014

The Church needs to refocus on discipling new believers and we aren't doing that very well. Mature Christians need to spend more time and energy on growing new believers so that they can go out and become disciple makers. That's the point of Christianity.

The Forgotten Work Of Discipleship Part I What do you suppose is the main goal of being a Christian? Is it the forgiveness of sin? Is it to become a better person? Is it to do good things for other people? What about being a better husband or a better wife? What about being a better Mom or Dad? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

“our Opportunity In Discipleship” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 9, 2012

Being a disciple and making disciples is an opportunity to be blessed and to be a blessing.

Last time, we looked to verse 24 as we talked about the priority of discipleship. Discipleship refers to my growing to become more like Christ. Making disciples is what every church is obligated to do: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations . . .” - Matthew 28:19 (NIV) And ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24

Denomination: Baptist

Real-Life Discipleship: Spiritually Dead Series

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Feb 27, 2011

The second sermon in a series based on New Testament teachings and the book Real-Life Discipleship by Jim Putnam

The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. St. Andrew’s Church February 27, 2011 Romans 5: 12-19 Real-Life Discipleship: Spiritually Dead Perseveration is a brain dysfunction that causes people to get stuck in a particular pattern of behavior. Perseveration is what led a legendary German flying ace to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Discipleship Part 2: Jesus Process Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 5, 2011

This message focuses on the three steps Jesus took to develop His disciples.

Discipleship Part 2: Jesus’ Process Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27; 16:24; 9:37-38; 10:1-5; 16-20; 22; John 6:53-66 Introduction: Last week in part one of this series I gave you Webster’s definition of disciple which included the two key words pupil and follower. As a pupil, we are ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship Part 5 Character Traits Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 29, 2011

This message continues with the character traits of a disciple based on the beatitudes.

Discipleship Part 5: Character Traits Scriptures: Matthew 5:3-11; Numbers 12; Matthew 11:27-30 Introduction This morning we will continue with the character traits of a disciple using the beatitudes from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount as our reference. To date we have discussed three traits: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship Part 6 Character Traits Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 29, 2011

This message continues with the character traits of disciples based on the beatitudes.

Discipleship Part 6: Character Traits Scriptures: Matthew 5:3-11; Ephesians 5:1-2; 1 John 3:1-3 Introduction This morning we will continue with the character traits of a disciple using the beatitudes from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount as our reference. To date we have discussed three ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Learning From Jesus; Discipleship Qualities

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 26, 2009

If we are going to truly be Disciples of Christ, we must follow His examples.

Learning lessons from Jesus; Discipleship Qualities Matthew 5:1-12 Disclaimer- Some things mentioned were gleaned from Sermon Central sermons. Introduction: I want to talk to you this morning about discipleship qualities. Jesus is our role model of how to teach. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene