Sermons on Follow Jesus:

Abandon

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Jul 1, 2016

As Christians we are called to live on the straight and narrow, not the wide. Don't live in the world, don't live in the wide Abandon the wide! WARNING! THIS SERMON IS LIKELY TO CAUSE SOME DISCOMFORT!

Abandon Matthew 7:13,14 As you are turning I want to tell you a story The story of Champion Coach Champion Coach is a charter bus company ran by Craig and Hazel Dance out of Greenville S.C. The Dances are devout Christians and they run this very successful business that caters to college and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Assurance: Confirming Your Calling 2 Peter 1:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 19, 2024

"How can I be sure of my calling in Christ?" This is not just a theological question; it’s a deeply personal one. In a world full of uncertainties, wouldn’t it be comforting to know that you can live with full confidence in your relationship with God?

Living with Assurance: Confirming Your Calling 2 Peter 1:10 “So, dear brothers and sisters, work hard to prove that you really are among those God has called and chosen. Do these things, and you will never fall away.” Introduction: A Life of Certainty in Christ Today, we’re going to consider a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:10, John 12:26, 2 Peter 1:5-11, Philippians 2:12, Luke 9:23, James 1:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Responding Means Submitting To God – Ruth, Part 5 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 7, 2022

When you are given direction to move and follow God, are you willing to step out and trust even though you have NO IDEA where the future will lead? Said differently, are we willing to give up our preferences and wants to follow Jesus?

“Responding means Submitting to God” – Ruth, Part 5 Ruth Sermon Series, Part 5 Ruth 3:1-9 Cookout today, ALL invited … you got to eat!! Introduction - So, let’s sum up the first four sermons very quickly with three ideas: - “Sometimes when you abandon God, your life has disastrous ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-9, Ezekiel 16:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow Me (1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 25, 2022

Paul loved the Philippian people, and he was greatly concerned about them. He told them, "Brethren, be followers together of me, and mark them which walk so as ye have us for an ensample."

WHY DID PAUL TELL THEM TO FOLLOW HIM? If anyone had examined the life of the apostle Paul, they would have discovered that he was following the Lord Jesus. Paul was giving them a PHYSICAL EXAMPLE or MODEL of what it is to follow Jesus. Someone very wisely said, "Don't follow any leader ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

We Don’t Want To Hear It

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 4, 2023

The Temple leaders did not want to hear what Jesus had to say. Do we today want to hear the same?

We Don’t Want to Hear It John 18:28-19:16 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 18:28 Then they led Jesus from Caiaphas into the Praetorium, and it was early; and they themselves did not enter into the Praetorium so that they would not be defiled, but might eat the Passover. 29 Therefore Pilate went ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

I Am’s Of Christ!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 6, 2011

In this sermon outline we point out some of the aspects that Jesus is to us. The Apostle Paul’s whole life was wrapped up in the Person of the Son of God. He was always pressing forward. Philippians 3:14 (KJV) I press toward the mark for the prize of th

I AM’S OF CHRIST! 1 Corinthians 2:2, "I determined not to know anything among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified." In this sermon outline we point out some of the aspects that Jesus is to us. The Apostle Paul’s whole life was wrapped up in the Person of the Son of God. He was always ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-15

Passion For Christ

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 18, 2014

We must have a passion for Christ and that passion must be strong enough to motivate us to follow Jesus no matter what we must leave behind in order to do so.

Last Sunday we talked about the marital relationship between husband and wife and Christ and the church and the kind of commitment that this holy love portrays. This week we’re looking at the passion that should be a part of the relationship between every believer and the Lord. Passion is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Where Is Jesus In The Difficult Times?

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 16, 2021

Next in series on John. Examines Jesus' care for His followers

John 6 (3) Where is Jesus when times are tough? When I was in high school, my parents bought a boat. I guess it was because my dad’s parents had boats when he was young and he wanted us to share some of the same experiences. Any of you who have ever owned a boat, know that if you have one, you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Know Me? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 22, 2005

Do you really know Jesus, is there a way to tell?

INTRODUCTION SLIDE # • What does Jesus mean to you? • Where is Jesus in your priority list? • What tangible difference if any does Jesus make in my life and is He supposed to make any difference? • Do I have a relationship with Jesus? Is Jesus more than just going to church, singing and giving ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus, The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

Jesus is confronting the Pharisees while telling His followers who He is.

Jesus, the good shepherd John 10: 22-42 A woman brought her pet duck named Cuddles to the veterinarian. Apparently the duck had been languishing around the house for a few days and she thought there might be something wrong with it. She had him in a basket and when ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection Life: Setting, Shedding, Shining

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 2, 2025

This is an expositional sermon on Colossians 3:1-12 that unpacks our relationship to the Glorious and Matchless Jesus Christ

"The Resurrection Life: Setting, Shedding, Shining" I’m going to ask you to think about your thoughts over the last week. And then I’m gonna ask you to think about your thoughts over the last week in the context of the last month. What has occupied your thinking? What has been the main ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-12, Ephesians 6:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“the Conclusion Of John’s Gospel” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Sep 7, 2016

John's Gospel concludes with John's affirmation and validity of the testimony of his writing. Jesus also gives a very familiar command made dozens of times in His ministry: Follow Me!

“The Conclusion of John’s Gospel” John 21:18-25 Last week we looked at Peter’s reinstatement as a disciple in John 21:15-17: “When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon son of John, do you truly love me more than these?" "Yes, Lord," he said, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects Luke 14:25-35 In this passage Jesus warns us about two temptations that are often accepted and endorsed by the church today. They are valuing the family more than God and valuing happiness more than God. 1. First ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Two Acceptable Temptations Jesus Rejects Luke 14:25-35 In this passage Jesus warns us about two temptations that are often accepted and endorsed by the church today. They are valuing the family more than God and valuing happiness more than God. 1. First ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New And Higher Calling Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 4, 2002

From the call of the Peter to follow Jesus we can see three principles of answering his call to a new and higher calling.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 8 “A NEW AND HIGHER CALLING” Luke 5:1-11 This occasion on the Sea of Gennesaret, [ also called Tiberias and Galilee] was evidently the Lord’s second call to these disciples, Jesus had previously ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist