Sermons on Following The Biblical Jesus:

How Biblical Symbols Are Misused Series 3 Series

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 20, 2023

However, biblical symbols have become the source of so much doctrinal misunderstanding in recent times.

How Symbols Are Misused: However, biblical symbols have become the source of so much doctrinal misunderstanding in recent times. Many denominations have misinterpreted symbols to misrepresent the nature and personality of the Holy Spirit. On the other hand, a believer can ascribe to a false image ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Changed

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 12, 2020

This is a sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, February 23, 2020. In it we can come to the realization that we are called by God to listen to Jesus and be changed into the people God wants us to be.

Changed Matthew 17: 1 – 9 Intro: A husband and wife were watching a football game together. As usual there was a coin toss to decide which team will kick off and who will receive. When the game was over the wife looked at the husband and said that she thought the whole thing was just stupid. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Extravagant Devotion Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Aug 5, 2003

Following Jesus means living a life of extravagant devotion to Jesus.

Most people in our culture seem to think that it’s okay to be religious so long as you don’t take your religion too seriously. Many people today treat religion and faith as a kind of hobby, as if some people are into stamp collecting, some people are into building models airplanes, and other people ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Interpretation, Jesus Mission: Puppy Chow

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 8, 2007

Some quick hints for sound biblical interpretation. Also, discussion about Jesus’ earthly ministry being to Israel first and everyone else second.

A Christian couple from the south decide that they want to get a dog. As they are walking down the street in town, they notice that a sign in the pet shop is advertising "Christian Puppies." Their interest piqued, they go inside. "How do you know they’re Christian puppies?" "Watch," says the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Washes The Disciples' Feet Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 3, 2009

This parable in action sets forth the principle of lowly service and asks the followers of Jesus to be like Him, not like the world.

JOHN 13: 1-11 JESUS WASHES THE DISCIPLES’ FEET [Luke 22:24-27] In the earlier chapters Jesus had given His ministry to the people of Galilee and Jerusalem. In chapters 13 and following Jesus turns from an unbelieving world to minister the Father’s love to His inner circle of disciples. He ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-11, John 13:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Love Like Jesus Loves

Contributed by Gary Holt on Oct 25, 2025

Jesus calls His followers to:  demonstrate genuine love,  faithful obedience, and  fruitful lives as His friends.

“Love like Jesus loves” John 15:12–17 A woman once decided to bake a cake for a special occasion: - She measured the flour, sugar, and oil perfectly. - She mixed in the milk and vanilla, - she poured the batter into the pan and slid it into the oven. But after 30 minutes, when she peeked ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healing All Things

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 5, 2021

Where are we going in our spiritual lives? Do we trust Jesus to lead the way? Let’s learn to follow Jesus wherever he leads. Let’s look at Jesus healing Peter’s mother-in-law in Mark 1:29-39.

Prelude: Where are we going in our spiritual lives? Do we trust Jesus to lead the way? Purpose: Let’s learn to follow Jesus wherever he leads. Plan: Let’s look at Jesus healing Peter’s mother-in-law in Mark 1:29-39. Mark 1:29-31 Simon’s M-i-L Now as soon as they had come out of the synagogue, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus’s First Public Events, Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 28, 2025

When we see what Jesus can do, two things becomes evident: We either believe that He is the Messiah capable of providing for us, or, we deny His ability to do anything for us and call Him, and His Word, a liar.

John, Part 8 Series: Jesus’s First Public Events, Part 1 John 2:1-11 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – we are so glad you’re here today; dismiss children - Begin our next series in John titled: “Jesus’s First Public Events” (short 3 msgs.) -- Many things we will explore feel “out of order” ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, Psalm 33:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marching Orders

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 3, 2023

The consistent, daily immersion in the presence of God, the daily immersion in the word of God, is what empowers us to follow Jesus Christ.

Whenever I read any kind of history, but especially Biblical history, I often ask myself what it would have been like to live in those times, what it might have felt like to be there, done this, heard that. And you may have noticed that my sermons often come from that perspective: what was it like ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-15, Matthew 21:1-11, Luke 19:29-38, Isaiah 50:4-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Followers: Some Staying; Some Leaving Series

Contributed by Grady Henley on Nov 4, 2011

Followers: Some Staying; Some Leaving

Lesson 11 of the Follow Me Series Followers: Some Staying; Some Leaving Grady (Doc) Henley February 2005 Key Verses: 1 Tim 3:14 These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly: 1 Tim 3:15 But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: Leader, Lord & Ladder Series

Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Jan 2, 2008

Jesus Christ is our Leader. He said to Philip “follow Me.” He expects all who believe to give up their lives and follow Him into service and ministry to others. Jesus Christ is Lord. He is Deity and Majesty. He reigns on high. He is the sovereign Ruler

Let’s open our Bibles this morning to John chapter 1, where we have been studying for the past 3 months now. We have come to the end of the chapter today. As you are turning, let me tell you about a rock band that came on the scene in the early 1970’s, a band by the name of Led Zeppelin. They ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sodom- The Home Of Lot Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 22, 2022

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Sodom".

Series: Biblical Cities- Sodom [#1] SODOM- THE HOME OF LOT Genesis 10:19 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about some of the most mentioned Cities in the Bible. Tonight, we are going to begin to study the city that is 4th on the list- Sodom. Sodom is mentioned 48 times in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:19

Denomination: Baptist

Sodom- Worth Praying For Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 22, 2022

This is the 3rd Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Sodom".

Series: Biblical Cities- Sodom [#3] SODOM- WORTH PRAYING FOR? Genesis 10:19 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about some of the most mentioned Cities in the Bible. Tonight, we are going to continue studying the city that is 4th on the list- Sodom. Sodom is mentioned 48 times in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:19

Denomination: Baptist

What Does Jesus Expect From Us If We Claim To Truly Follow Him?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

God's offer to us is that we can experience a happy, meaningful life forever in His Kingdom! • And This is an experience you certainly don't want to miss!

We have talked a lot about how when we become Christians that we are called to do things • We talked last week about the church • Its importance (Unity, Meeting together, The Importance of coming each week, The importance of putting Church First) • But is this all that we as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Christian Church

He Was Led Like A Lamb To The Slaughter Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023

Jesus, the Lamb of God, willingly gave His life to pay for our sins. He fulfilled the prophecies and became the ultimate sacrifice, providing us with eternal redemption.

Hey guys, let's talk about something that might sound a bit weird at first - lambs. Yeah, you heard me right, lambs. But stick with me, okay? This is going to be good. You know how in the Bible, there's a lot of talk about lambs being used for sacrifices? Like, way back in the day, Adam and Eve ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7

Topics: Sacrificial Lamb, Biblical Symbolism, Jesus' Fulfillment, Old Testament Prophecies