Sermons on Followers:

Why Jesus: Because He's The Only Way Series

Contributed by Todd Riley on Apr 24, 2001

a topical sermon on the subject of "Why follow Jesus and not some other religion" loosely based on John 14:6

Islington Baptist Church April 22, 2001 Sermon texts: John 14:6, Acts 4:12, I Timothy 2:5 Series: “Why Jesus :Why follow Jesus and not Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism or any other religion” Title: Why Jesus? Because he’s the only way Have you ever wondered “Why are their so many different ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Courage To Soar

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 3, 2001

God has already supplied us with all of the resources we need to follow Him and live a life of boldness

Courage to Soar 2 Timothy 1:7 June 3, 2001 Morning Service Introduction The Wright Brothers It took great courage for the Wright Brothers to soar. Why? An Eastern bishop was accustomed to paying an annual visit to a small religious college. On one such visit, the bishop engaged in an after-dinner ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Paul Did Not Let People's Sentiments Determine His Direction

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Paul shows us how to avoid allowing peoples’ sentiments deter us from following God’s will

Why Paul Did Not Let People’s Sentiments Determine His Direction (Acts 21:1-16) Quote:Sometimes the Lord calms the storm. Sometimes he lets the storm rage and calms his child. Illustration:Louis Pasteur is reported to have had such an irrational fear of dirt and infection he refused to shake ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Preaching Of The King Series

Contributed by Paul George on Jan 14, 2004

This chapter, and the two that follow it, are the longest and fullest continued discourses of our Savior that we have in all the gospels.

The Preaching of the King Matthew 5:1-7-29 This chapter, and the two that follow it, are the longest and fullest continued discourse of our Savior that we have in all the gospels. The many miraculous cures wrought by Jesus in Galilee were intended to make way for this sermon, and to prepare the ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Facing Your Future

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 2, 2004

Find out how to find and follow God’s plan in this message about God’s will for your future.

Facing Your Future God’s Game Plan for Your Life 8/27/03 I. Introduction There was a frog that absolutely knew his destiny was to turn in to a handsome young prince. But for confirmation, he decided to visit a fortuneteller. The fortuneteller brought the frog in and gazed into her crystal ball. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16, Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Shall We Have Therefore

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Oct 23, 2003

This sermon looks at seven things that the born again child of God will receive as a result of forsaking all and following Jesus.

“What Shall We Have Therefore?” Text: Matthew 19:16-30 Intro: The title of the message comes from v. 27. Peter asked the Lord what he and the other disciples would received for forsaking all and following Jesus. Peter asks the question “What Shall We Have Therefore?” This morning I want us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

Grave Robbers Or Treasure Seekers

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 9, 2002

Jesus had a few encounters with His followers after His resurrection that show the true treasure of His sacrifice.

Grave Robbers or Treasure Seekers. John 20-21 Read John 20:1-3,11-18,21,27,28. Why did Jesus have to die? Gospel presentation. Why did Jesus have to rise again? Theses are two seperate questions. I.At the tomb, Mary Magdalene found that we have a relationship with God. (20:1-2,11-18) ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Times Of Refreshing

Contributed by Harvie Neatherlin on Aug 12, 2002

A sermon designed to explore the ways God chooses to refresh those that know Him, love Him and follow Him.

INTRODUCTION: If I were to ask you this morning, "What is the purpose of the seasons"? Many of you could properly identify the benefits of Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer. God made the seasons for a reason. It is obvious that if the earth was not afforded the changes that the seasons bring that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Together We Win! Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009

If we as God’s family will follow Christ together, we can win in the life struggles we face.

Together We Win! Text: Acts 18:1-11 Intro: Patrick Henry once said, “United we stand, divided we fall.” This slogan proves true in politics, business, and many other areas. Even the animal kingdom understands the strength and safety in staying together. Predators generally go after the stragglers ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Ten Dangers Of The Cult."

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 27, 2006

There are many things about the cults that are rooted in core of our fundamentalist movement. Please heed the following ten precautions:

Text: (Gal 1:6 KJV) I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: (Gal 1:7 KJV) Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. (Gal 1:8 KJV) But though we, or an angel from heaven, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Discipline Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006

This message considers what happens in a believer’s life when he follows Christ’s instruction on prayer.

Introduction: This morning I want to address the discipline of prayer. I doubt very much if I have to convince many of you of God’s eagerness to grant our requests when they are in keeping with His will (See 1 John 5:14-15). On the other hand, it probably won’t hurt as we all know that there are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Leave Your Graveyard Clothes In The Graveyard

Contributed by Charles Mccall on May 2, 2007

What has you all wrapped and entangled up to the point that you can’t follow or serve the Lord?

John 19:38-42 John 20:1-10 Topic: Leaving your graveyard clothes in the graveyard In these passage of scriptures, we read about Mary Magdalene, and the other women going to the sepulcher to anoint the body of Jesus Christ. About 3 days earlier, Jesus Christ was crucified on the cross on ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Where God Directs, God Will Provide Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on May 8, 2007

If God is directing you to follow Him in an area where you feel uncertain, God will provide the means to be obedient.

Introduction: I. In last Sunday’s message we looked at the fact that Jesus did not, in all situations, help every person he came into contact with. II. My points in that message, A. First - Sometimes we have to look past the multitude, and focus on the individual, or a smaller ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Pursue Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 16, 2005

Christ calls his followers to be different from the world. We show this difference in our efforts to reconcile relationships.

(based on Southeast Christian Church’s “Living a Life of Integrity”) SERIES: “WORDS OF WISDOM FOR KINGDOM LIVING” TEXT: MATTHEW 5:17-26 TITLE: “PURSUE RECONCILIATION” INTRODUCTION: A. A young insurance salesman had just completed a training seminar in which the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heart Of A Shepherd Series

Contributed by Richard Burkey on May 16, 2005

Through the heart of Jesus, fathers can follow 3 guiding principles to touch their children’s lives for eternity.

The Great Life -- The Heart of a Shepherd June 15-16, 2002 Matthew 9:35-38 (New International Version) 35Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36When he saw the crowds, he had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Lutheran