Sermons on False Disciples:

Where He Leads Me, I'll Go

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 17, 2011

Challenge to see if you are really willing to go and do what the Lord asks you do.

Where ever He leads, I’ll go Acts chapter 8 Introduction- (Some ideas taken from fellow coleagues of Sermoncentral) Please turn to Acts chapter 8 I want to challenge you this morning, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-30

Denomination: Nazarene

Why Are You Cooking Chili?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Nov 2, 2021

How many events and programs does the church hold that do NOT make disciples for Christ? Resources should be directed to the mission - making disciples for Christ.

Why are you cooking chili? Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 11:15-19 The Temple leaders allowed vendors to set up inside the Temple. A good question for that time would have been why did the Temple authorities allow the money changers and vendors into the outer court. The merchants could have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-19

Denomination: United Methodist

"My" Pew Or God's Pew?

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 9, 2018

how do we welcome strangers in our midst

I wish I could say this is a made-up story, but unfortunately it is not. We recently had a couple visit Saint John’s while looking for a new church home. They were warmly greeted by the ushers and told to sit anywhere they wished. So, they picked a pew about midway up the aisle. The people around ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal

The Arrest Of Jesus Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 6, 2016

Jesus has completely surrendered Himself to these guards; He signifies that He is their substitute. We must take a moment to grasp this: He places Himself in front of them (and us) to protect them from the danger.

The Arrest of Jesus John 18:1-14 Following Jesus’s prayer in the garden, the events unfold quickly (setup for Sun) Re: This is at night, following Passover supper; after time spent in prayer ∆ Jesus Identifies and Surrenders In the garden, where a powerful time of prayer is ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Famous Last Words" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 28, 2016

I hope one day that our last words will be worth mentioning. As we come to the end of the gospel of Matthew, there are 11 disciples now remaining. These would be some of the last words Jesus would say to them.

“Famous Last Words” Matthew 28:18-20 As we raise children and grandchildren everyone is interested in hearing what a baby’s first words will be. If you are the father you hope their first word will be daddy. If you’re a mama you hope their first word will be mommy. Parents ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Paul A Spiritual Grandfather Lesson 12 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2016

Paul, A disciple-making Grandparent

“And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also” (II Tim. 2:2). Spiritual Grandfather – Paul – Disciple-maker Son in ministry – Timothy – Learner Third Generation – ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2

Denomination: Baptist

Section (4) 1 Thessalonians Chapter 3 The Model Brother Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 17, 2018

Paul sends Timothy to the church of Thessolonians.

I THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 3 THE MODEL BROTHER I. INTRODUCTION Introductory remarks had been made in chapter one. Thanks had been given and Paul pointed out the strengths of this young church that was dear unto him. He made them aware of the reasoning, and suddenness of his departure from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Command In Discipleship Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016

I fear many fail to consider the seriousness of Jesus' command to make disciples. As followers of Christ, we are all commanded to make other disciples. Thankfully, our Lord provided insight to His great command.

The Command in Discipleship Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 1:8 After several weeks of discussion and consideration, I hope to conclude our series on discipleship. Hopefully we have been enlightened regarding discipleship, having a greater knowledge of what is expected, and how to be better equipped as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Get Used To Being Hated Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jun 17, 2016

Jesus was hated by the world, for no other reason than He had come to reveal the Father. As those who are associated with Jesus we should accept the same level of hate.

Message John 15:18-25 “Get Used To Being Hated” Living with teenagers can be heaps of fun. Especially when they go through that wonderful time of life called “puberty”. You just never know what is going to happen from one moment to the next. You can be quietly sitting in front of the tv. Your ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Spiritual Food Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 2, 2016

Jesus says, “I am the bread of the life” … He is what you are needing! Manna will perish, things we desire will perish, but God is eternal/forever. The challenge for us is: Do we know how to give other people what is needed?

The Importance of Spiritual food John 6:25-35 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 - Let’s dive right in tonight and examine the importance of spiritual food ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

B - Be Ready Series

Contributed by Oliver O. Suarez on Jul 2, 2016

train yourself so that when opportunities come, you are enthusiastically available and able.

There are no accidents in life. Everything happens for a reason. Others may say, life is unfair but it never was, it never is, and never will be unfair for those who understand the purpose of living. Everything that comes your way is part of God’s way in preparing you for the great work you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Spiritual Children

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jul 9, 2016

WE ARE COMMANDED TO EVANGELIZE AND MAKE DISCIPLES FOR JESUS

YOUR SPIRITUAL CHILDREN MAIN TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 9:16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! ROMANS 10:14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go Into All The World Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Feb 7, 2017

Jesus went where the sinners were. He took advantage of the opportunities to heal, mind, body, and soul. Our mandate is to go.

Introduction A. My Dad and I were talking the other night about love and marriage. He told me that he knew as early as their wedding what marriage to my Mom would be like. It seems the minister asked my Mom, "Do you take this man to be your husband." And she said, "I do." Then the minister asked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Reaction: Mixed Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 1, 2017

The crowd did not seem to understand what was taking place until someone said, “They must be drunk.” The faction that held this opinion and began to disrespect the apostles was made up of the natives of Judea and Jerusalem, and probably the scribes. . .

July 1, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Lesson II.A.1.c: The Reaction: Mixed Acts 2.12, 13 (KJV) 12 And they were all amazed, and were in doubt, saying one to another, What meaneth this? 13 Others mocking said, These men are full of new wine. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Draft Selection Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 23, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 1: 35 – 51

John 1: 35 – 51 Draft Selection 35 Again, the next day, John stood with two of his disciples. 36 And looking at Jesus as He walked, he said, “Behold the Lamb of God!” 37 The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. 38 Then Jesus turned, and seeing them following, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Calvary Chapel