Sermons on Following Christs Call:

Calling

Contributed by Mary G. on Dec 10, 2020

We can have whichever vocation we want if it is not sinful and is working wholeheartedly for God while walking in love (if we haven't already heard clearly from God regarding a path we need to be on). We are free in Christ.

Some Christians want to be rigid regarding their calling/vocation. I learned differently at Christian Counseling School. God does not call us to rigidity. It is unhealthy. We are free in Christ (Holy Bible, New International Version, 1973/2011, Galatians 5:11 ). We can have whichever vocation we ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:11, Philippians 4:8-9, 1 Corinthians 10:23, Romans 8:1, 2 Corinthians 5:7, 2 Corinthians 5:21, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Luke 16:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Reasons For Paul's Success

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

True Success is Found in Following Paul as He Imitated Christ

Some Reasons For Paul’s Success (Acts 20:17-36) Illustration:Someone once asked Paul Harvey, the journalist and radio commentator, to reveal the secret of his success. "I get up when I fall down," said Harvey. Bits & Pieces, March 3, 1994, p. 16. Characteristics of Paul’s Successful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Pisture Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Mark Neilly on Nov 22, 2002

Christ shows compassion for His followers because they belonged to Him

John 17: 9 - 12 A Picture of Compassion There is a man in the Intensive Care Unit who was very badly crushed by a piece of farm machinery, and he is critically ill. This accident happened on Tuesday, and his wife and daughter have not left him in all that time. Their very presence reveals their ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Called Church Series

Contributed by Gary Wagoner on Jan 20, 2003

Based on 1 Cor. 1:1-9 dealing who we are called to be as the church of Jesus Christ.

The Troubled Triumphant Church 1 Cor 1:1-9 ‘The Called Church’ Thesis: We must know what kind of a church we are and what kind of church God expects us to be. Introduction: What would you think if you received in the church mail a letter rolled up in a tight scroll. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Follow Me

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Dec 2, 2002

I preached this sermon in costume as a narrative as an overview of Christ before the Christmas season.

Sermon Outline “Follow Me” I. Hi, my name is Simon, Jesus called me Cephas, you can call me Peter. II. I had heard about the Messiah the Christ. I knew the law and what the prophets had taught. But you know it was not first and foremost on my mind. I had a fishing business to run. Fish to catch ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Am I Really A Christ-Follower?" Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Apr 10, 2005

Our Lord, our Leader, our Savior, our Forgiver...do we really follow in His steps?

“Am I Really a Christ-Follower?” Matthew 5:43-48 Has anyone done something to you recently that was just wrong? Something that hurt you, harmed you? Made you angry? How about something a long time ago? A deep and lasting hurt that penetrated deep into your heart and soul? Anything come to mind? It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following Christ Will Transform Your Character Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 19, 2015

There are many ideas about how to improve your character, but only a relationship with Christ can transform your character.

Sermon Notes November 8, 2015 FBCam Following Christ will Transform Your Character 2 Cor 3:12-18 There are many ideas about how to IMPROVE your CHARACTER Tony Robbins wrote a book on how to “Unleash the Power Within You” Kevin Leman wrote the intriguing book, “Have a New Kid by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unavoidable Consequences When Following Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 10, 2014

AS WE CONTINUE OUR SERIES IN THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS, WE APPROACH THE END OF CHAPTER 1, AND IT IS HERE, THAT PAUL REVEALS TO US THAT THERE IS AN INEVITABLE PROCESS FOR FOLLOWING CHRIST. THOSE WHO SEEK TO SERVE THE LORD WITH THEIR WHOLE HEART CANNOT AVOID IT, AND ARE EXPECTED TO THRIVE THROUGH IT.

THE UNAVOIDABLE CONSEQUENCES WHEN FOLLOWING CHRIST PHILIPPIANS 1:28-30 IN NO WAY ALARMED BY YOUR OPPONENTS—WHICH IS A SIGN OF DESTRUCTION FOR THEM, BUT OF SALVATION FOR YOU, AND THAT TOO, FROM GOD. 29 FOR TO YOU IT HAS BEEN GRANTED FOR CHRIST'S SAKE, NOT ONLY TO BELIEVE IN HIM, BUT ALSO TO ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Unavoidable Consequences When Following Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015

S WE CONTINUE OUR SERIES IN THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS, WE APPROACH THE END OF CHAPTER 1, AND IT IS HERE, THAT PAUL REVEALS TO US THAT THERE IS AN INEVITABLE PROCESS FOR FOLLOWING CHRIST. THOSE WHO SEEK TO SERVE THE LORD WITH THEIR WHOLE HEART CANNOT AVOID

THE UNAVOIDABLE CONSEQUENCES WHEN FOLLOWING CHRIST PHILIPPIANS 1:28-30 IN NO WAY ALARMED BY YOUR OPPONENTS—WHICH IS A SIGN OF DESTRUCTION FOR THEM, BUT OF SALVATION FOR YOU, AND THAT TOO, FROM GOD. 29 FOR TO YOU IT HAS BEEN GRANTED FOR CHRIST'S SAKE, NOT ONLY TO BELIEVE IN HIM, BUT ALSO TO ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is A True Follower Of Jesus Christ? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 3, 2024

According to the Bible, a true follower of Jesus Christ is someone who Believes in Jesus...

According to the Bible, a true follower of Jesus Christ is someone who: 1. Believes in Jesus as the Son of God and Savior (John 3:16, Acts 4:12). 2. Repents of their sins and turns away from darkness (Acts 2:38, 1 Thessalonians 1:9). 3. Lives according to God's Word and obeys His commands ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Matthew 22:37

Believers Confess Jesus Is The Christ

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 18, 2003

PENTECOST 5(C) - Believers confess Jesus is the Christ with words by faith and with lives of faith.

BELIEVERS CONFESS JESUS IS THE CHRIST LUKE 9:18-24 JULY 13, 2003 LUKE 9:18-24 18Once when Jesus was praying in private and his disciples were with him, he asked them, "Who do the crowds say I am?" 19They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ's Challenges To Every Christian

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Jan 21, 2004

Through this message we will uncover three challenges Christ confronts every Christian with.

Text: Matthew 4: 18-20 Christ’s Challenges To Every Christian A. Some questions I’d like to ask Jesus one day… a. Why our variety of Christianity is not more contagious? b. Why are we not winning more of our friends, family, and co-workers for the Kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Followers Of Jesus

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Feb 18, 2022

It's nice to stand on the fringes of what Jesus is doing and watch good things. But remember that he just might call you to jump in to some form of service.

For the last several weeks we’ve followed the course of just 24 hours in Jesus’ life. It was an amazing time. It started on the Sabbath day. He preached in the synagogue at Capernaum, cast a demon out of a heckler there, went home to Peter’s house and healed Peter’s mother-in-law in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Follow-Up!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 10, 2013

Some people need to be followed-up ad infinitum in order to win them for Christ!

Follow-up! “Let's go back and visit each city where we previously preached the word of the Lord, to see how the new believers are doing'” (Acts 15:36). I remember back while working for a bank, I attended an irate customer call that was meant for my boss, the customer spewed exotic ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Called To Be Super-Heroes Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 1, 2015

In the spiritual realm, we are called to be God’s super heroes. We can only be super heroes on earth, because — when we are in heaven — we will not need these unique skills.

Called to Be Super-Heroes (I Timothy 6:11-17, 20-21) 1. [This is a combination Norwegian and Chinese joke] A young man walks through New York Chinatown and notices a shop with the name Hans Olaffsen's Laundry. He thought it seemed out of place but curiosity got the best of him and he walked into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible