Sermons on Following The Crowd:

1. Follow Me Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 11, 2024

Becoming a disciple of Jesus isn't just about learning new things. It's about doing .

Follow Me (Luke 5:1-10. 9:23-26) Good morning, and happy New Year! Please turn in your Bibles to Luke 5. We are beginning a new series this morning called “Discipled.” There’s a lot going on with Glynwood right now around the idea of being discipled. Man Church begins tonight, and dozens of men ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-10, Luke 9:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

Thomas: Fiducial Follower Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 28, 2025

The term “fiducial” comes from the Latin fiducia, meaning trust or confidence. It is all about faithful faith. Consistent faithfulness. A "fiducial follower" is someone, like Thomas, who trusts in God’s promises. They have faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

THOMAS: FIDUCIAL FOLLOWER JOHN 14:1-7 #ApostleThomas INTRODUCTION… Famous Thomas-es I don’t know if you realize it or not, but if you name your kid Thomas, there is a better than average chance he or she will become famous. There are lots of famous Thomas-es out there! Not only can you be ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

Jesus confronts three men with the high cost of following Him.

READ: Luke 9:57-62. Luke records for us in this passage an account of THREE (3) MEN whom Jesus met as He travelled along with His disciples. Two of these men declared that they wished to follow Jesus; to become His disciples. The other was one whom Jesus SUMMONED to follow Him. What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62, Luke 9:51-62, Psalm 16:1-11, 1 Chronicles 4:1-20, Psalm 16:1-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Follow All The Way

Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005

Resurrection sermon about Jesus’ call to follow: through His life, to His death, and in His resurrection.

John 21:15-19 – Follow All the Way Guiseppe Garibaldi was an Italian soldier who lived during the 1800’s. His father dreamed of his entering the priesthood, but Guiseppe had dreams of being a sailor, and the Navy was the way to do it. His leadership abilities caused him to rise quickly in the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Fan, A Follower, Or A Fraud

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 5, 2008

This was a Super Sunday message. Although at the last minute changed this quite a bit, I believe this will stir your thoughts. The audio will be available shortly. This also contains my LOVE presentation.

A Fan, A Follower, or A Fraud Matthew 4:18-22 * In 2007 over 100 million people watched the Super Bowl. This afternoon that number will, quite likely, eclipse every record that has been previously established. Why is that? Today the New England Patriots is putting their historic run on the line ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Is In It For Me?

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 3, 2002

Jesus wants the crowd to know what they will receive if they will follow and serve Him

INTRODUCTION • What is it going to cost? What will this do for me? Why do I need this? These are some questions most of us have whenever someone is trying to get us to buy into something. • We watch the television infomercials. I stayed up late when we were on our trip to Wyoming watching the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:52-58

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You've Gotta See This!!! Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2008

Crowds were not only coming to see Jesus, but following Him as well.

You’ve Gotta See This!!! Mark 3:7-12 Mark 3:7-8a (HCSB) Jesus departed with His disciples to the sea, and a great multitude followed from Galilee, Judea, Jerusalem, Idumea, beyond the Jordan, and around Tyre and Sidon. Gaining a Following * Coming and going * Crowds were coming to see Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fellowship Or Friendship (Or Where Three Is Not A Crowd)

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Aug 9, 2004

The basis of Christian fellowship and warnings about false attempts.

Fellowship or friendship? Or when three is not a crowd Introduction There was recently a debate on the name of the Salvation Army on the website armybarmy.com, one contributor, somewhat sarcastically, suggested that the name should be changed to the friendship club. In fact, corps and Churches ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

Compassion On A Crowd - Mark 6:30-34 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 19, 2023

Jesus needed a day off. But when he saw the spiritual needs of the people, his plans went out the window.

30 The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught. 1 Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, "Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest." 32 So they went away ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34, Matthew 14:12-14, Luke 9:10-11, John 6:1-2

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

Follow My Example Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 29, 2001

First in a series on shepherding/mentoring in the church.

Sermon for 1/14/2001 Mentors 1 Corinthians 11:1 Introduction: A. When the junior high school was having “Hero Day,” students were urged to dress up as their favorite hero. A preacher thought his son would want to put on some football pads, or a baseball uniform. But the boy surprised him by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:15-16, 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

278 – Follow The Leader

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Dec 27, 2003

Following the Leader for PURPOSE, PRACTICE, PERFECTION, PRIZE, PAIN.

Opening Humor: A little boy offered up a Thanksgiving Day prayer for the family and prayed: "Dear God, this is Jimmy. Thank you for Thanksgiving and Christmas and all of the holidays. Thank you for the turkey and dressing and Mom and Dad and even for my little sister, even though some times she can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19, Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Stuart Webb on Oct 23, 2007

’When the warm fuzzies end’. When we first meet Jesus we experience the warmth and unconditional Love of God.But as we grow in God we are confronted by the challenging call to discipleship. This requires laying down our selfish desires and doing Gods will

The Cost of following Jesus Luke 14:25-35 (New International Version - UK) Large crowds were travelling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters— yes, even his own life— he cannot be my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Follow-Whatever It Takes

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Mar 16, 2017

We receive courage to do whatever it takes when we follow Jesus.

Title: Follow-Whatever It Takes Date: 3/26/17 Place: BLCC Text: Matthew 10.16-31 CT: We receive courage when we follow Jesus. [Screen 1] FAS: Several years ago, an enormous financial crisis loomed in Europe. The very survival of the structure of the euro currency, if not the whole of Europe, was at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-31

Denomination: Christian Church

Jealousy Follows Favor Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Feb 26, 2019

No matter what God has called you to be you’ll notice that jealousy inevitably follows after favor. It doesn’t just follow but it hunts and runs after it because others see something in you they either want, need or used to have.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com No matter what God has called you to be it in ministry, business, government, education etc., you will notice that jealousy inevitably follows after favor. It doesn’t just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:6-7, 1 Samuel 15:26-28, 1 Samuel 18:8, Proverbs 28:16, Job 5:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare