Sermons about Follow The Rules

A Fisherman Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 6, 2003

based on 40 ratings

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2nd of 10 messages on Jesus Ministry. Simon was among Jesus’ first followers but he like the crowds didn’t really make a commitment until Jesus called him as his disciples. As the story of this fisherman unfolds we see what Jesus does for us and to us w

A Fisherman Following Jesus Simon was among Jesus’ first followers but he like the crowds didn’t really make a commitment until Jesus called him as his disciples. As the story of this fisherman unfolds we see what Jesus does for us and to us when we choose to follow Him. Jesus’ First ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003

based on 66 ratings

| 9,990 views

To prove that Christians as the true sheepfold must know their Shepherd and follow His voice.

Following the Good Shepherd Text: John 10.1-5 Thesis: To prove that Christians as the true sheepfold must know their Shepherd and follow His voice. Introduction: 1. “The allegory of the Good Shepherd is closely connected with the events occurring in the preceding chapter and was delivered to put ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Our Call

Contributed by Christopher Smith on Aug 7, 2003

based on 3 ratings

| 3,503 views

We all wait for that call from God, but what do we do when it comes?

When we hear God’s call, but do not head. The reading this week is a little longer than last, but I decided it was important to read the entire first chapter of Jonah. Everyone is familiar with the story of Jonah being swallowed by the whale, but perhaps not everyone knows why. As we can see ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Follower To Disciple

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Aug 24, 2003

based on 18 ratings

| 7,975 views

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

The Life Of A Follower Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Tyler Thigpen on Sep 17, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 6,004 views

In a series of 7 sermons on "the marks of a disciple," this sermon aims to teach the audience from Luke 9:23 what it means to follow Jesus.

The marks of a disciple: part II 08.17.03 Identify: • Someone to follow me (sitting close to back or middle) band of brothers video – the qualities of a leader We are in a series called the marks of a disciple… last week – learner • if there are things in this book that you do not know, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following Your Feelings

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 15, 2003

based on 67 ratings

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Too often the actions we take and how we deal with our feelings is wrong. There are three common mistaken views that some of us would embrace concerning our feelings. They are expressed in the statements: "I trust my feelings", "God knows how I really fee

FOLLOWING YOUR FEELINGS Jeremiah 17:9 "The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?" Introduction: A feeling is an internal sensation or emotion. It is an involuntary response to a mental or physical stimulus. Since feelings are involuntary they are neither ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Hearts Of Jesus Followers

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

based on 49 ratings

| 5,055 views

Jesus chose his followers through the QUALITY OF THEIR HEARTS

Jesus chose his followers through the QUALITY OF THEIR HEARTS [How did Jesus look for His followers?] I. Jesus looked for a person with an OPEN HEART(vs.1-4) A. A person who was around Him …people crowding around Him (v.1a) B. A person who listened to Him …listening to the word of God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following Jesus To The Water

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 27, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 6,675 views

The world is confused about baptism. We follow Christ to the water to be baptized like him.

FOLLOWING JESUS TO THE WATER FOCUS: THE BAPTISM OF JESUS GIVES PRINCIPLES THAT CHRISTIANS CAN FOOLOW AS THEY FOLLOW JESUS INTO THE WATER. FUNCTION: TO ENCOURAGE CHRISTIANS TO FOLLOW JESUS INTO THE WATER AS A MODEL FOR BAPTISM. INTRODUCTION In the religious world there have been many ways ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Jesus To The Wilderness

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 27, 2004

based on 19 ratings

| 10,164 views

Matthew shows how we can overcome sin by not making the same mistakes that the Israelites did and by following the example of Jesus in dealing with temptation.

FOLLOWING JESUS TO THE WILDERNESS FOCUS: THE TEXT SHOWS HOW CHRIST DEFEATED SATAN’S TEMPTATIONS IN THE WILDERNESS. FUNCTION: TO SHOWS THE HEARERS HOW JESUS IS THE PERFECT EXAMPLE IN DEFEATING SATAN’S TEMPTATIONS. TEXT: LUKE 4:1-13 Mark Thornton stood 6 feet with his black pin striped ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Necessity Of Godly Followers Series

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 4,213 views

This lesson challenges followers to be who they are supposed to be.

Title: Church Relationships Lesson 2 “The Necessity of Godly Followers” Text: 1 Peter 5:5-11 Shepherds and Sheep have a Covenant Relationship. It takes both good leadership and good followship to make things run smoothly. ‒ We work together in the roles that God has placed us in order to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

based on 940 ratings

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Jesus confronts three men with the high cost of following Him.

READ: Luke 9:57-62. Luke records for us in this passage an account of THREE (3) MEN whom Jesus met as He travelled along with His disciples. Two of these men declared that they wished to follow Jesus; to become His disciples. The other was one whom Jesus SUMMONED to follow Him. What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62, Luke 9:51-62, Psalm 16:1-11, 1 Chronicles 4:1-20, Psalm 16:1-16 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Success Follows Cleansing

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 74 ratings

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Let us remember that contrary to popular opinion, God’s ways are always perfect and He knows what the church needs to make it successful

1. One might think that after the dramatic deaths of Ananias and Sapphira many would have hesitated to become involved with the Christian church ö however, just the opposite occurred. Instead of the judgment creating panic, the church experienced an extraordinary period of success. The growth of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Howard Harden on Jan 13, 2001

based on 214 ratings

| 31,418 views

Luke shared three encounters from Jesus’ life to teach us the cost of following Jesus.

The Cost of Following Jesus Luke 9:57-62 I recently was moved by an encounter I had with a little girl. We were in line at the small town store where I live. She was small and dirty. Her clothes were unwashed, her feet barefoot. Dirt was upon her face, but she did not notice. She ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Follow My Example Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 29, 2001

based on 75 ratings

| 10,925 views

First in a series on shepherding/mentoring in the church.

Sermon for 1/14/2001 Mentors 1 Corinthians 11:1 Introduction: A. When the junior high school was having “Hero Day,” students were urged to dress up as their favorite hero. A preacher thought his son would want to put on some football pads, or a baseball uniform. But the boy surprised him by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:15-16, 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Will Follow Jesus?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 19, 2002

based on 14 ratings

| 6,246 views

Jesus is the life changer of all times. He’s the theme of the entire Bible and he came here to change you and me forever.

Who Will Follow Jesus? When we read the gospels, it’s obvious that Matthew, Mark, Luke and John each have a unique perspective on Jesus’ life. All four of these men were followers of Jesus; Matthew and John were apostles who actually lived with and walked with Jesus. They were there from his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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