Sermons on Following Jesus Together:

Not A Fan But A Follower

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 26, 2016

Jesus has many casual fans, but He asked us to take up our cross and be a follower. It costs something to be a true disciple.

TITLE: Not a Fan but a Follower TEXT: Mark 8:27-38 INTRO: A soldier was frantically digging in during battle as shells fell all around him. Suddenly his hand felt something made of metal and he grabbed it. It was a silver cross. Another shell exploded and he buried his head in his arms. Just then, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Baptist

A Model To Follow Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 18, 2006

A personal Example of Jesus and ministry

“A Model To Follow” April 2, 2000 AM - Danny L. Williams Read John 13:1-20 Read the over head….. Over the next several week’s this is the challenge that is before us. The book of John is divided into two section’s you could say. The first 11-12 chapter’s deal with Jesus’ public ministry and the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow The Light PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To explore the promise of Jesus in John 8:12, emphasizing the importance of living in the light of Christ, experiencing the power of God's Word, and finding joy in following Jesus.

Good morning, family. We're gathered here today to explore a wonderful message from the book of John. It's a message that enlightens us about living in the light of Christ, the power of God's Word, and the joy of walking in the footsteps of our Savior, Jesus. As we embark on this journey, I'm ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Topics: Following Christ

Follow Me Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the idea that Jesus chose ordinary people to follow him, emphasizing that anyone willing can join Jesus in his work, as illustrated through the biblical stories of fishermen.

Welcome back to week 2 of our Hooked series. If you weren’t with us last week it’s worth noting that this IS NOT a series about pirates - but IT IS a series about fishing, fisherman, nets, and the open sea… Which we talked a lot about in week 1 where we learned; “The kingdom of heaven is like a net ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Topics: Ordinary Heroes, Faithful Following, World Change

Sermon Series: Hooked

Faithful, Follower Functioning For The Lord Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 8, 2016

Three of the Marks of Discipleship in our lives, the indicators, the evidence, the proof, that demonstrates we are true disciples of Jesus. Faithful, Follower Functioning for the Lord.

Marks of Discipleship: Faithful, Follower Functioning for the Lord Our theme this year is Dynamic Disciples.We have been thinking about what it really means for us to be a disciples of Jesus. This morning our focus is on the Marks of Discipleship in our lives, the indicators, the evidence, the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fan Or Follower - The Specifics Of Following - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 23, 2011

What does it look like to follow? What do we do?

The Specifics of Following - Part 2 Mark 2:13-3:6; Matthew 7:21-23 Pharisees say following is about following the rules Following the rules leads to pride Following the rules leads to death Jesus says following is about following in Relationship Following in Relationship leads to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doing Life Together Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014

In Christian community we find the encouragement and support to press on the higher calling of Jesus.

Doing Life Together Text: Gal. 6:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Christian community is like the Christian's sanctification. It is a gift of God which we cannot claim. Only God knows the real state of our fellowship, of our sanctification. What may appear weak and trifling to us may be great ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Leaders And Followers Are On The Same Team

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 13, 2015

Leaders and followers must work together to be successful. There are many important things that they should be able to expect from each other.

Introduction: A. Today’s sermon begins a two sermon focus on church leadership. 1. Today’s sermon will focus on the relationship between spiritual leaders and spiritual followers. 2. The second sermon will focus on elders and deacons, and their qualifications and selection. 3. That ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful Followers

Contributed by David Roth on Jan 24, 2015

Epiphany 3.. Jesus call to us creates the faith to follow Him. Following Jesus is our faith in action. As followers we are not in charge, and cannot see the future. We follow Christ because we trust Him with our lives now and in His kingdom forever.

Mark 1:14-20 “Faithful Followers” J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Faithful Followers” Last week we read in the Gospel of John how Jesus had begun to call his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Lutheran

The Wicked Rejoice Together And Fall Together

Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Nov 19, 2019

Mocking believers and rejoicing when someone else fails are traits of satan and will eventually be byproduct of where their heart truly is and the result could cause a person to spend eternity in hell. These are not traits that a true Christian would have.

Ezekiel 26-32 PROVERBS 24:17-18 NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE (NASB) DO NOT REJOICE WHEN YOUR ENEMY FALLS, AND DO NOT LET YOUR HEART BE GLAD WHEN HE STUMBLES; OR THE LORD WILL SEE IT AND BE DISPLEASED, AND TURN HIS ANGER AWAY FROM HIM. Heavenly Father. We come before you today acknowledging that you ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 32:32, Psalm 101:5, Proverbs 24:17-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Fan Or Follower? Series

Contributed by Andrew Hamilton on Oct 26, 2002

A call to complete surrender of all we are to Jesus Christ

21.4.2002amlbc True Discipleship is Total Surrender Mark 10:13-31 1. Tom in Philippines Greg’s trip report last week – We arrived and we were overwhelmed by the place. His first session with us ‘you must do whatever I say – if you are on fast break and I say get in the jeep you don’t even ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Family That Prays Together Stays Together Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 6, 2002

Tips on how to become praying people.

THE FAMILY THAT PRAYS TOGETHER STAYS TOGETHER Acts 4:23-37 INTRODUCTION A good Christian lad went camping with his family. He was warned not to stray too far from the campfire, as the woods were full of danger. The young boy had every intention of not straying but curiosity got the better of him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-37, Acts 7:27, Acts 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Instructions

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 13, 2013

Follow the instructions of Jesus by praying "The Lord's Prayer" with shameless audacity!

Instructions. We have all, at some point in time, wrestled with following the instructions. It may be for a home improvement project, piecing together a pressboard bookshelf, or reading down the side of a box learning how to prepare that particular side-dish for supper. Instructions are an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Following From A Distance Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 12, 2017

Dealing with the culture of accepting the title of "follower of Jesus" yet remaining at a comfortable distance from Him

Luke 22:39-62 (NLT) 39 Then, accompanied by the disciples, Jesus left the upstairs room and went as usual to the Mount of Olives. 40 There he told them, “Pray that you will not give in to temptation.” 41 He walked away, about a stone’s throw, and knelt down and prayed, 42 “Father, if you are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-62

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Following In His Footsteps

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 28, 2020

The road which the Lord sets before us is not easy. It requires us to give up our selfish ambition, and to walk the path of service.

FOLLOWING IN HIS FOOTSTEPS. Matthew 20:17-34. Jesus was a patient teacher. The Lord reminded His disciples that His journey to Jerusalem would precipitate events which would lead to His death and resurrection. This was why He came into the world. It was not outside His control (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational