Sermons on Followers:

2019 The Year Of New Beginnings Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Jan 15, 2019

A new year is upon us, 2019 is officially here so rather than giving you a Christian horoscope about the coming year I want to talk about how we can embrace change and new beginnings in our lives so we can better serve and follow after God.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com A new year is upon us, 2019 is officially here so happy birthday Earth?!? Now rather than me giving you a Christian horoscope about the coming year I want to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:10, Daniel 2:21-22, Malachi 3:6, Jeremiah 2:11, Isaiah 48:3-5, Ecclesiastes 7:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

What Can We Do For Our Country?

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 9, 2013

1. We must be aware of the battles we face (vs. 8-9). 2. We must be faithful to follow God (vs. 9-12). 3. We must be open to every opportunity for service (vs. 12-13). 4. We must look to the Lord for salvation (vs. 14-16).

What Can We Do for Our Country? Exodus 17:8-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Nov. 4, 2012 *Forty years ago I was a very skeptical young man, as well as an extremely liberal atheist. I was actually a card-carrying member of the ACLU, and I was cynical. Mostly I was cynical about ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

No Comparison

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 24, 2019

Comparing ourselves to others creates problems-anger, envy, hatred, division and even murder. There are solutions to the problem: Take the Eternal Perspective 2. Count others as better 3. Follow Jesus 4. Be so busy being cool that you don’t notice what others are doing 5. Give Thanks

No Comparison Today I’d like to tell a few stories from the Bible, As well as read some of the Bible’s teachings concerning comparisons. Then, at the end, I’d like to consolidate some of the lessons we can learn from what the Bible teaches concerning comparison. This 5-Point message you’ll only ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-9, John 21:15-19

Denomination: *other

Series: Recovering Stolen Identity & Reclaiming Misplaced Destiny: Part 3c: Difference Between Predestination (Fate) & Free Will – Cost Of Destiny

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

God's blessings are never restricted to the blessed. He has designed it so that thru you, many might be blessed - Your family, co-workers, neighbors, people you know on social media. In Exodus 12:38, many followed the Jews when they saw God’s favor on them.

SERIES: RECOVERING STOLEN IDENTITY & RECLAIMING MISPLACED DESTINY: PART 3C: DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PREDESTINATION (FATE) & FREE WILL – COST OF DESTINY 1. Genesis 12:1-20: 1 Now the Lord had said to Abram: “Get out of your country, From your family and from your father’s house, To a land that I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20, Galatians 3:7-9

Denomination: Charismatic

Do You Want Earthly Or Heavenly Treasures?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Sep 21, 2021

Did Jesus say that we receive Earthly treasures by following Him? The answer is no. We do receive treasures in Heaven. You will want to look at my Hebraic Analysis of Mark 10:28-31 to see why the Greek and English translation of verse 30 may not be exactly what Jesus said.

Do you want Earthly or Heavenly Treasures? Mark 10:28-31 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 28 Peter began to say to Him, "Behold, we have left everything and followed You." 29 Jesus said, "Truly I say to you, there is no one who has left house or brothers or sisters or mother or father ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:28-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Key Lessons From Peter And John In The Hours Before The Cross Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 18, 2020

1. We see Peter following the Lord(vs. 15). 2. We see Peter's friends (vs. 16). 3. We see Peter failure (vs. 17-18; 24-27). 4. We see Peter finding out that failure isn't final.

Key Lessons from Peter and John in the Hours before the Cross The Gospel of John John 18:12-18; John 18:24-27 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 9, 2018 (Revised May 18, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 18, as we continue looking at the Lord's final steps ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-18, John 18:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of Our Life And The Church.

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 30, 2025

God is the one who gives our lives purpose. We find that purpose through Jesus Christ by loving God, loving others, and helping people follow Him. We do this both on our own and together as a church, with the help of the Holy Spirit, who helps us become more like Christ.

The Purpose of Our Life and the Purpose of the Church. I. What is our life purpose? If you believe God is the creator of your life, you are not the one who defines your purpose or discovers or creates your purpose. God is the one who defines your purpose. His command reveals His purpose for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Matthew 22:37-40, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Serving Without Fear

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

Often, we fear what we cannot see. Perhaps we are afraid to truly follow where God leads because we can’t see where we are going and are afraid. But God, in Christ has brought light into the world to illuminate our path and show us the way so that we ma

Serve Without Fear – Luke 1: 67 - 79 Intro: Old cemetery surrounded by stone wall. A large pecan tree stood very close by the wall. – 2 boys went behind the wall to pick up nuts and sort them, “One for you; one for me.” - Another boy happens by the cemetery and overhears the sorting. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-79

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A New Commandment (Part 2)

Contributed by Gene Barron on Oct 18, 2000

INTRODUCTION WHAT IS IT IN JESUS THAT SO DRAWS MEN, THAT WINS THEIR ALLEGIANCE AWAY FROM EVERY OTHER MASTER, MAKES THEM READY TO LEAVE ALL FOR HIS SAKE, AND TO FOLLOW HIM THROUGH PERIL AND SACRIFICE EVEN TO DEATH? IS IT HIS WONDERFUL TEACHING? "NO MAN EVER SPOKE LIKE THIS MAN!" (John 7:46) IS

INTRODUCTION WHAT IS IT IN JESUS THAT SO DRAWS MEN, THAT WINS THEIR ALLEGIANCE AWAY FROM EVERY OTHER MASTER, MAKES THEM READY TO LEAVE ALL FOR HIS SAKE, AND TO FOLLOW HIM THROUGH PERIL AND SACRIFICE EVEN TO DEATH? IS IT HIS WONDERFUL TEACHING? "NO MAN EVER SPOKE LIKE THIS MAN!" (John 7:46) IS IT ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Embarrassed At Christmas Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Dec 30, 2004

IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS (Part 2) If you and I are to keep from being embarrassed at Christmas, we need to learn to give in the same way God has given to us. Selfless giving follows God’s example. God hasn’t given us anything waiting

INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been embarrassed a Christmas? Has you found yourself “red faced” and it wasn’t due to the cold? Unfortunately many of us have fallen into the commercial Christmas mentality and find ourselves overly self-conscious and uncomfortable if we receive an unexpected gift ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Right Combination Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 12, 2011

God doesn’t need our money. He owns everything. But we give first because it takes faith to give first and God wants us to trust Him. We give first and the blessings of God follow. Test and see how God will bless you and your family because of your giving

Opening illustration: A few years back, a Galveston church had a Tithing Demonstration Sunday for its members. On a designated Sunday everyone was asked to give a tithe of one week’s salary. They urged everyone … whether or not they usually tithed … to give a tithe that one time. As you could ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can I Love My Neighbor?

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 20, 2013

1. Settle the question of salvation (vs. 25-29). 2. Strive to overcome your selfishness (vs. 29-32). 3. Follow the example of Christ’s compassion (vs. 33-37). 4. Bring hurting people to the healing place (vs. 34). 5. Be willing to pay the price (vs. 3

How Can I Love My Neighbor? Luke 10:25-37 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 26, 2012 *Some years ago, I was blessed to be part of a mission team in South Asia. It was about nine months after a major earthquake in the region. Over 100,000 people were killed, many more were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

That Sinking Feeling Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 10, 2011

Followers of Jesus can have hope though His divine 1) Authority (Matthew 14:22–23), 2) Knowledge (Matthew 14:24–25), 3) Protection (Matthew 14:26–27), 4) Love (Matthew 14:28-31), and divine 5) Power (Matthew 14:32-33).

In his article, "Ten Years Later", R.C. Sproul said: "A full decade has passed since America suffered the tragedy of 9/11. Ten years ago, I repeatedly heard the question raised: “Where was God in all of this? Where was God on 9/11 when the planes crashed into the twin towers in New York, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Other

God's Way To Be A Great Dad

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 9, 2016

1. Stop following misguided feelings (vs. 23-28). 2. Seek godly guidance (vs. 29-30). 3. Put your confidence in Christ (vs. 31). 4. Strive to be a spiritual leader for your family (vs. 31-32). 5. Show the kindness of our Savior (vs. 33-34).

God's Way to Be a Great Dad Acts 16:23-34 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 21, 2015 BACKGROUND: *In Acts 16, Paul and his mission team were trying to find out where the Lord wanted them to go next. Then in vs. 9-10: 9. A vision appeared to Paul in the night. A man of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:23-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Description Of A Christian Series

Contributed by Micah Coverstone on Aug 30, 2024

Matthew 4:25-5:2 And great crowds followed him from Galilee and the Decapolis, and from Jerusalem and Judea, and from beyond the Jordan. Seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him. And he opened his mouth and taught them (ESV)

Through this whole school year, we will be learning about Jesus’ greatest sermon: The Sermon on the Mount. Following the verses above Jesus is about to share the secrets of the Christian life. The Sermon on the Mount is not telling us how to live as Christians but giving a description of how true ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God