Sermons on Followers:

Living In Your Will, Not Your Feelings (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 28, 2010

Sermon 2B of the series. In this sermon we continue the theme developed previously. We show why your emotions are an unreliable source of truth. Then we learn that God’s commands and assurances are always directed to our will, not to our feelings. Learn t

What am I Missing Here? Steps to Recovering Your Joy July 18 and 25, August 1, 2010 Calvary Baptist Church Ephesians 5:14 SERMON 2: The Fallacy of Living In Your Feelings NOTE: This sermon is based in part on a sermon by F.B. Meyer entitled, “Where am I Wrong?” This sermon appears as chapter 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:5

Denomination: Baptist

Step #2 "The Road Of Humility." Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

5 Steps for Spiritual Disciplines.

The world says one ascends into greatness, the bible reveals that one descends into greatness. Philippians 2:5-11 1. The Way Up is Down! Wayne, age eleven, "Dear God, my dad thinks he is you. Please straighten him out." James 4:6 "God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble." ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Waqlking And Swimming"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 7, 2011

A sermon about the importance of keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.

Matthew 14:22-36 “Walking and Swimming” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org This morning we talked about the feeding of the 5,000 which happened right before our Gospel Lesson for this evening. And it is probably safe to say ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: United Methodist

A Life Of Radical Obedience

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 28, 2011

A sermon exploring how, why, and what happened when the disciples--and we--say "yes" to the radical life of following Christ.

All right, turn in your Bibles to Luke Chapter 5, Luke Chapter 5. We’re continuing to look at the Book of Luke. And I really feel like--I was praying this week actually, I was talking to someone--we might be in the book of Luke until the Fall. We might just stay camped out here for a while ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Cross

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 7, 2009

What Our cross really is

Mini-Sermon-Moses, shepherd’s rod. This rod was not only for his protection; it was part of his life. In the culture of the Middle East in those days, a person was identified with his rod, another name for staff. For those familiar with the story of Judah and Tamar, this was the reason why ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Staying Committed

Contributed by Jack Pladdys on Mar 23, 2010

Right commitment brings right choices which make right people who are blessed abundantly.

I. Who is Committed? A. Show of hands… 1. How many of you like being friends with committed people? a. Giving your time and effort to a cause or person. 2. How many of you have people in your life that you wish would be more committed? 3. How many of you think you are a committed ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Effective Leadership

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 6, 2011

Every Christian has certain responsibilities...and to live the Christian life we have to fall under the leadership of Christ because He is the head of our church. And we are all subject to Him, whether we are elected leaders...or members...or just occasio

EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP LEVITICUS 10:1 2 The story is told about a lion...and this lion was very proud of his leadership over the animal kingdom. One day he decided to make sure all the other animals knew he was the king of the jungle. He was so confident that he by passed the smaller animals and ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:1-2

"Losing To Win"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 18, 2008

Following Jesus is dangerous but worth the risk.

Matthew 10:24-39 “Losing to Win” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org This week’s Gospel Lesson picks up where we left off last Sunday. Jesus had been traveling through all the towns and villages teaching and preaching the good news of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39

Denomination: United Methodist

Answering The Call - Part Two: Immediately Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 23, 2009

Jesus only requires two things - repent with belief towards Him, and to follow Him.

Mark 1:14-20 14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, 15 and saying, "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news." 16 As Jesus passed along the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Showing Friendship To Jesus

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Feb 12, 2009

Jesus, Peter and Peter’s mother-in-law all showed what it means to be a friend. But we need to do the same. Don’t leave Jesus in church, take Him with you everywhere you go.

Introduction What does it mean to be a friend? Is it someone willing to help you out in your time of need? Is it someone you enjoy doing some recreation activity with? Is it someone you can tell all of your personal problems to and who helps you through a difficult time? We probably all have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Good-Bye, Abram

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 27, 2009

A sermon illustrating the walk of faith, not just for Abram but for every Christian. A sermon where a founding pastor must also say "Good-bye" to his congregatioin.

What comes to mind when you hear the name Abram? Okay, what about Abraham? They are the same man, but he was only known as Abram until he was called to do something special by God - when he was 75 years old! Not long after that, God changed his name to Abraham, which has a specific meaning. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: *other

What It Means To Be A Disciple Of Jesus

Contributed by David Cook on Jun 9, 2009

What does Jesus say it means to be His disciple?

What It Means to Be A Disciple of Jesus Mark 8:31-38 How many of you like or know someone who likes to go to cafeterias? One of my favorite cafeteria’s or buffets is Kaycee’s in Lawrenceville, GA. They have the best fried chicken! These cafeteria places are popular today because they offer a huge ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Dynamic Servants Of Jesus!

Contributed by David Cook on Jun 11, 2009

This sermon keys in on our time, testimony, and treasures found in serving Jesus.

Dynamic Servants of Jesus! Mark 6:7-13 Intro. Summertime is mission time. Now some of you are on mission to go to the nearest beach, baseball game, vacation, party, etc. Some folks plan all year for their summer mission of fun! What would happen if we put as much emphasis on being on mission with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Driving Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 29, 2009

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Pot Holes".

Sunday Morning June 28, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Pot Holes [#1] WHO IS DRIVING? 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Introduction: Recently, while driving through a rain storm, I hit a pothole that I was unaware of and just about wrecked my car. If you have ever hit a pothole, you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

I Surrender All

Contributed by Ken Crow on Jul 31, 2010

Let us make a choice to surrender all to Jesus Christ.

I Surrender All Matthew 16: 24-25 Pastor Ken Crow 24Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 25For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it. God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-25

Denomination: Church Of God