Sermons about Following Closely

Following Paul's Example

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 9, 2000

based on 91 ratings

| 3,877 views

A Devotion for growing Christians

“BRETHREN, JOIN IN FOLLOWING MY EXAMPLE, AND NOTE THOSE WHO SO WALK, AS YOU HAVE US FOR A PATTERN. 18 FOR MANY WALK, OF WHOM I HAVE TOLD YOU OFTEN, AND NOW TELL YOU EVEN WEEPING, THAT THEY ARE THE ENEMIES OF THE CROSS OF CHRIST; 19 WHOSE END IS DESTRUCTION, WHOSE GOD IS THEIR BELLY, AND WHOSE ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Orthodox

The Life Of A Follower Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Tyler Thigpen on Sep 17, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 5,419 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

Flee, Follow, Fight

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 30, 2002

based on 68 ratings

| 14,043 views

The Christian must flee from sin and temptation, follow after righteousness and fight the good fight of the faith.

Flee, Follow, Fight I Tim. 6:11, 12 INTRO.: You may remember the classic movie and TV series "The Fugitive." Dr. Richard Kimball, played by David Jannsen, falsely accused of murdering his wife, is forced to flee capture by a relentless police lieutenant as he follows lead after lead in pursuit of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003

based on 66 ratings

| 9,429 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

Are You Following The Polls?

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Feb 6, 2008

based on 54 ratings

| 6,863 views

People have different opinions as it relates to religion. That’s what makes faith real and authentic. People should not be coerced into believing something; they must come to their own faith.

Dr. Wayne A. Lawson Perfected Praise Worship Center, Oklahoma City, OK Delivered on Sunday, February 3, 2008 Title: Are You Following The Polls? Scripture: St. Matthew 16:13-17 13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice, Hear And Follow

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 23, 2002

based on 18 ratings

| 3,208 views

A Christmas Sermon

Sermon for 12/22/2002 Rejoice, Hear, Follow Introduction: A. Around Christmas time the post office has to hire temporary workers to deliver the Christmas cards. Business goes up for them around this time of the year. B. Also business goes up for the Card Makers. Big cash cows for them. C. A love ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is It Worth Following God? Series

Contributed by James Jack on Jun 9, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 8,245 views

Asaph asks the question - is it worth following God? When you look at life from an eternal perspective, the answer is clear.

Have you ever found yourself thinking – I wish I had what my non-Christian friends have? I wish I had the freedom they have. I wish I was able to do the things that they do without conscience getting in the way. I wish I could get up to what they get up to without feeling guilty. After all, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Anglican

I Will Follow Him Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 6,998 views

Apostles, Pt. 1

I WILL FOLLOW HIM (JOHN 1:29-42) Have you heard of the “The Pew Potato Prayer”? The lazy man’s prayer goes like this: “Dear Lord, please leave me alone! Just let me sit here in my pew on Sunday. And Lord, guard my seat, the last seat here in the back row. Please don’t let anyone else try to sit ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Profile Of A Christ Follower Series

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 10, 2009

based on 4 ratings

| 4,703 views

Usually because of fuzzy thinking and lack of norms/standards for Christian activity of discernment, people will say, "I can’t tell the difference between a Christian and a non-Christian. What are the unique characteristics that should cause a Christian t

Date: June 1st, 2003 Title: Profile of the New Self Text: Eph. 4:17-32 Subject: Complement: Main Idea: Intro: In recent years profiling has become quite common. FBI profilers determine who the likely suspect is in a murder investigation. Racial profiling happens even though it is not supposed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Fan Or A Follower? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 7, 2014

based on 48 ratings

| 97,892 views

Fans walk away. Followers follow. But why do Fans walk away and how can we be sure we're not "one of them"?

(Note, this sermon doesn't follow Idleman's approach. I preach differently than he does and felt I would fail to do justice to his message if I did it his way. I apologize for any frustration this may cause to those who read this sermon) A man named Charlie Moore moved into a new community with ...read more

Scripture: John 6:28-69, John 6:54-56, John 6:44-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus On True Followers Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Oct 30, 2002

based on 24 ratings

| 6,714 views

True Followers of Christ are those who have made the lifetime choice of following Jesus regardless of the cost, obey Jesus, and are getting better with time.

JESUS ON TRUE FOLLOWERS Matthew 7:13-29 KINGDOM LIFE SERIES #24 (Final Series) Sermon Objective: Show Christ’s description of a true follower praying that God brings a strong conviction for a rededication of life to God. Introduction: What marks a true follower of Christ? How can one know what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-29

Denomination: Church Of God

Morning Follows Mourning

Contributed by Christopher Clarke on Jan 8, 2011

based on 4 ratings

| 4,276 views

Christ prepares His disciples for his death and resurection in concert with the story of Lazurus.

The sermon today is from John 11, the first 45 verses. If you really want, I will read it, but I think it best if I paraphrase it a little. Jesus is with his disciples a couple of weeks, maybe a month before Passover when he gets word from his friends Mary and Martha that their brother Lazurus ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Christian Church

Are You Following Jesus?

Contributed by Samuel Bass on Apr 23, 2018

| 11,695 views

A reminder that while the trend today is to follow various celebrities, your life is not completely full until you follow Jesus.

These days everyone is following someone else. It seems people are fascinated with the lives of others. Celebrities who only need one name like Oprah, Ellen, Beyoncé, Denzell, JayZ, Kanye and the Rock only need one name they’re so popular and have thousands- sometimes millions of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Jason Duhon on May 3, 2023

| 2,764 views

It isn’t easy to follow Christ. There are costs and benefits. Today, we examine the price we pay to follow Jesus.

It was forty days after the resurrection of the Messiah Jesus. His disciples had been marveling at all that had happened. His death turned their world upside down. With the earthquake that coincided with his passing and the temple’s veil having been torn, there were reports throughout Jerusalem of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Tested

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Jun 30, 2010

based on 1 rating

| 4,895 views

God tests our faith when He closes doors, but this leads to an even better open door.

FAITH TESTED Hebrews 11:6 Thank you for the opportunity to share with you again. I’ve been asked several times, “Are you ready?” My answer is, I’m never ready. When it’s time you do it relying on God’s help. So let’s do that now. I like hearing Ptr ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

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