Sermons on Following God:

Christian Hypocrites Give Bad Directions #2 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 3, 2019

When Christians fail to follow God's Positioning System in favor of our own, they degrade the witness of Jesus Christ leading in our own lives.

Last week, we began a six-week sermon series entitled, “In need of a GPS.” Over the course of this sermon series, we will cover the entire letter to the Galatians moving at a rate of one chapter per week. In our first week, we learned that this letter was written in 54AD to the churches Paul had ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:7-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

This sermon explores understanding, obeying, and living out God's will, following Jesus' example of submission and trust in God's plan.

Good morning, family! It's wonderful to be here with you all today. We're about to get into something really special. You know, we often find ourselves wondering about God's will for our lives. What does He want from us? How do we know if we're on the right track? Now, I want to share a quote with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:36

Topics: Obedience

Lamb Of God

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 16, 2020

Our function as a follower of Christ Jesus is to point the way to the Savior.

Lamb of God John 1: 29 - 36 Intro: You will recall that during Story Time this morning I talked about the nursery rhyme, “Mary Had A Little Lamb.” It is believed that the rhyme was developed in England as a way to teach children about Jesus. That’s not a bad thing as long as we remember that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

7 Godly Examples To Follow In 2007

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 4, 2007

This sermon suggests that we follow the example of several biblical characters and concludes by giving us some New years Resolutions to consider.

Introduction: I have never really been any good at keeping New Year’s Resolutions, so consequently I haven’t made very many over the years. The only one I’ve managed to keep once or twice is to read the Bible through in a year. If you’ve never done that, I would encourage you to give it a try ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Be Wise: Don't Run Away Series

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Dec 17, 2005

This sermon looks at how Jonah was wise in following God but then was unwise by running away from God. It is part of a series on Living Wise.

Be Wise: Don’t Run Away Jonah 1 Intro.: A. WE started this year with the Challenge: Living Wise in 2005. Eph. 5:15- calls us to live not as unwise but as the wise. Vs’ 16-21 go on to give us some parameters for Living Wisely: 1. Redeem your Time 2. God’s Will 3. Spirit – Filled 4. Edify ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Adventist

Three Simple Steps For Victory Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 9, 2018

There are three simple steps for victory, namely, follow God, Sanctify yourselves and Draw near to God. If you do you will be successful.

Joshua 3:1-9 Walk through the impossibilities Introduction: The Charles Blondin made a history and walked through the impossibilities for others though crossing the Niagara Falls on the tight rope on Aug 1859 with his manager Harry Colcord. Joshua, the 6th book of OT is full of practicalities. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Destiny Fulfilment

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jan 9, 2018

Destiny fulfilment is sure for Christians who work with the will of God because when you follow God, you will end in honour and glory.

THEME: DESTINY FULFILMENT LESSON 1: INTRODUCTION TEXT: ISAIAH 60:11 Our success in life is tied to the fulfilment of our divine destiny. Destiny could mean the things that will happen in the future or the force that controls what happens in the future and is outside human control. We should view ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Different Friendship: Church The People Of God (All-Age Service) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2019

Matthew 18:20 says, “For where two or three gather together as my followers, [Greek: gather together in my name.] I am there among them.”

We continue with our series Dare to be Different and this month our theme has been different friendship. This morning I want us to consider together Different Friendship: Church the people of God. Matthew 18:20 says, “For where two or three gather together as my followers, [Greek: gather ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:20, 1 Peter 2:4-5, 1 Peter 2:9, Matthew 3:17, Mark 16:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Following The One With 20/20 Vision

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 5, 2020

We're blind to the future, never knowing what's coming apart from prophesy. But Jesus knows it all and sees with 20/20 perfection. Cleave to Jesus to be sure.

Sermon for CATM - January 5, 2020 - “Following the One with 2020 Vision” Welcome to the year 2020 AD. We made it! And we have so much to be thankful for. It’s the first Sunday of the first year of a new decade. And it’s not a bad time to give God thanks for his love and faithfulness to us for ...read more

Scripture: John 10:24-27, Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeking God's Blessings God's Way Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Aug 30, 2021

God desires to bless us. The problem is that we often don't cooperate with His plan.

A number of years ago I was in a barber shop and a highway patrolman was also there. He told an amusing story. It was about a highway patrolman in another state who had stopped a drunk driver. But while he was preparing to cite the drunk driver, a car accident occurred within walking distance. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:18, Proverbs 14:12, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Bible Church

Pass On The Torch Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 9, 2018

God called Israelite to surrender themselves and make their generations to follow God. Do everything according to the desire of God. Success at your hand.

Theme: Pass the torch of your faith Text: Joshua 4:1-13 Introduction: There are numerous varieties of stones. The traditional gemstones are: Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald. Indians strongly believe on the Lucky stones. Particular about the colour and luck. Some people have stones at ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Have A Great New Year

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 26, 2019

Things we need to follow in the new year coming up.

Have a great New Year 1st Corinthians 16: 9 For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries. New Year brings many opportunities. The Christian has source of joy and supply. The Messiah came as he said. By his life he healed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:9

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens When We Try To Follow Jesus Christ? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 16, 2021

Jesus will... 1. Help us count the cost of following Him (vs. 18-20). 2. Remind us of His sacrifice (vs. 19-20). 3. Stress the urgency of our service (vs. 21-22). 4. Reveal His greatness to us (vs. 23-27).

What Happens When We Try to Follow Jesus Christ? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 8:18-27 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared August 16, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Here in Matthew 8, Jesus has finished His Sermon on the Mount, and great multitudes followed Him down the mountain, on the way to Capernaum. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

We Follow Our Heart’s Treasure

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 25, 2009

Where is your heart leading you? Jesus exposes what our hearts so often treasure, and he brings us God’s promises that work the impossible in our hearts. Parts: A. Jesus’ words expose our heart’s god B. Jesus’ invitation works the impossible

Text: Mark 10:17-27 Theme: We Follow Our Heart’s Treasure A. Jesus’ words expose our heart’s god B. Jesus’ invitation works the impossible Season: Pentecost 21c Date: October 25, 2009 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/We-Follow-Our-Heart_s-Treasure-Mark10_17-27.html Grace and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:17-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Blessed To Be A Blessing

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 12, 2017

God chose Abraham to father a nation. He didn't always get it right. But he, along with his wife Sarah, teach us valuable lessons: to trust in God's sovereignty, to wait for God's timing, and to follow God's leading as we walk by faith.

Genesis 12:1-4 Blessed to be a Blessing Do you ever wonder why God seems to bless some people with extra helpings of blessings? And some people seem to sense more easily how God wants to guide them, how God wants to lead them? Abraham was such a guy. The Bible’s “Hall of Faith” in Hebrews chapter ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4, Genesis 4:18-21

Denomination: Baptist