Sermons on Exceptional Followers:

Be Led By Jesus

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 26, 2017

The blind man sees through the eyes of the one leading him. But the one who is not blind sees through His own eyes. Therefore the blind man leans on the understanding of he who leads him but the one who sees leans on his own understanding.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: BE LED BY JESUS John 9:39-41King James Version (KJV) 39 And Jesus said, For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind. 40 And some of the Pharisees which were with him heard ...read more

Scripture: John 9:39-41

Denomination: Charismatic

When Jesus Calls Your Name

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 4, 2018

A message examining the day Jesus called Levi to follow Him.

WHEN JESUS CALLS YOUR NAME Luke 5:27-32 In life there are certain "monumental" days that we will always remember. Such as: The day you graduated high school, the day you started college, the day that you got married, and the day your children were born. All of these are special days ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of The Cross

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 25, 2018

Jesus speaks to His disciples (and us) describing what it means to follow the cross.

Weekend Message/Devotion February 25, 2018 Reading: Mark 8:31-38 The Way of the Cross In this reading, there is very little to view as confusing. We begin by listening to the Christ’s own words (verse 31) “And He began to teach them that the Son of Man must suffer many things, and be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:28-29, Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Truth: Still Fresh After Four Thousand Years Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 17, 2017

This Scripture speaks to us about: 1. Godly wisdom (vs. 1-4). 2. God's world (vs. 4-5). 3. God's Word (vs. 5-7). 4. God's work (vs. 8).

God's Truth: Still Fresh after Four Thousand Years Acts 7:1-8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 15, 2013 BACKGROUND: *In Acts 6-8, God gives us the story of a Christian named Stephen. This New Testament believer was one of the heroes of the early church. Stephen was chosen to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd And How To Get More Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 22, 2017

Pray especially for holy priests, brothers and sisters. Pray for those who are preparing for or struggling in marriage. And pray for those who have chosen to remain unmarried in a celibate state, and for those who are trying to run from the divine call.

For many decades this day has rightly been called “Good Shepherd Sunday,” because both of our New Testament readings speak of Jesus as Shepherd of our souls, Shepherd of the One Flock, the Church. Both of these precious proclamations have Old Testament roots. Let’s start with the story of Abraham ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16

Denomination: Catholic

Matthew Called, Holds Reception Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 12, 2017

Matthew, Mark and Luke record the call to discipleship of Matthew the tax collector, who became an apostle, and who wrote the Gospel that bears his name.

Harmony of the Gospels -AD 27- Capernaum Title: Matthew Called, Holds Reception (Hosea 6:6) Matthew 9:9-13, Mark 2:13-17, Luke 5:27-32 Matthew, Mark and Luke record the call to discipleship of Matthew the tax collector, who became an apostle, and who wrote the Gospel that bears his name. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13, Mark 2:13-17, Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Alabaster Box

Contributed by Pastor Henry Nilam on Aug 23, 2018

Jesus Anointed by a notorious Woman before HIS burial

I would like to read two scriptures where same incident is written but one place is very brief and other place is in quite detail but where this incident mentioned briefly there in fact two sentences are very powerful which missed in detailed record. Hallelujah Matthew 26:7-13 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:7-13, Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sharp Words Spoken By Love

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 25, 2018

All things are possible with God, but those who set their hearts on riches will be sadly disappointed.

SHARP WORDS SPOKEN BY LOVE. Mark 10:17-31. The first three Gospels all report Jesus’ encounter with the character who has become known by the composite name of ‘the rich young ruler’. They all mention that he was ‘rich’ (as in Mark 10:22), but only Matthew mentions that he was ‘young’ ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Costly Calling

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 25, 2019

When Jesus calls us to follow Him, that call is costly, but rewarding!

A Costly Calling? Luke 9:23-26, 57-62, 14:25-32 January 20, 2019 If you were to ask my sister’s - - they would have quickly told you I was cheap. I did my best not to spend money as I was growing up. Not that I had much, but I will admit I got away with not contributing much to group presents. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26, Luke 9:57-62, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Calculate The Cost

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 30, 2019

When we embrace a relationship with Jesus, we end up calculating the cost of following Him. I use a current political story to show not everything is as we think it is.

Calculate the Cost Luke 14:25-33 February 3, 2019 I’m going to start out being a little political. Most of you will recall that there was an incident in Washington DC, in which some students from a Catholic school were chastised, and that’s being gentle for how they treated a Native American who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

Righteous

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Apr 14, 2016

For righteousness sake, the righteous dwell in Christ Jesus for truly living in the world is not without sinners and the sinful nature of the flesh---those who commit to holiness in the midst of death.

RIGHTEOUS by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (April 13, 2016) “By faith Noah being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Friends

What’s Wrong With Arguing Over Ministry Importance? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 9, 2016

Our focus must always be on what Christ offers, and what Christ has done. Will we focus on what Christ has done; or still desire our own recognition? It really is a challenge that each of us has to choose … and then follow for life!

What’s wrong with arguing over ministry importance? John 3:22-36 Introduction - The gospel of John screams of the faith that we should have in Christ -- It is the clearest example of living life FOR the one who redeemed you and I - Re: The prophet Isaiah already laid out our ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abiding In Christ Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

The ultimate goal of every believer should be Christ-likeness. The closer we walk with Him, growing in grace, the more like Him we become. In order to live victorious, fulfilling Christian lives, we must abide in Christ.

Abiding in Christ 1 John 3: 18-24 Living a Christian life requires much more than church attendance during weekly services. Being known as a Christian is literally to be known as a follower of Christ, one who strives to live life as Christ lived. Being a Christian isn’t merely ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Honour Of Second Place

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Jan 17, 2017

In life there are those who seem to be born leaders but leaders need the essential support of others and appear to take 2nd place. The disciple of Jesus, Andrew shows us very clearly that there is Honour in taking Second Place.

I’m sure in the past you have either applied for a job or some position and you attended an interview panel or selection board. Well picture the disciples before such an examining board which was appointed to choose Jesus' closest associates. Peter stood there smelling of fish -- uncouth, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Losing To Win Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 22, 2017

Salvation is free but discipleship will cost you your life.

Losing to Win Mark 8:34-38 Rev. Brian Bill January 21-22, 2016 Video: “Me Church” In contrast to the common thinking that life is all about you and me, listen to the words of Christ found in Mark 8:34-38: “And calling the crowd to him with his disciples, he said to them, ‘If anyone would come ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist