Sermons on Following The Crowd:

Five Who Followed In Faith

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 9, 2015

Five Men Who Followed Jesus – John chapter 1 verses 35-51 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

Ill: • The body of missionary and explorer David Livingstone; • Was buried in Westminster Abbey England in 1874. • But one part of him was missing! • His heart was buried in the Africa he loved. • It was buried at the foot of a tall mpundu tree in a small African ...read more

Scripture: John 1:25-51

Denomination: Brethren

Who Do We Follow?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 30, 2014

We may call ourselves Christians, but is Jesus our Shepherd? Are we really following him or merely using his name to excuse following a man, a tradition or our own stubbornness?

Intro: We often hear the 23rd Psalm read or recited at funerals, but did you know that it does not apply to everyone, only to the sheep of the Great Shepherd. Goal: To really understand the most popular of all the Psalms. Plan: We will go through Psalm 23 looking at some important details. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

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

Will You Come And Follow Me?

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Jan 8, 2021

As we think about the calling of Nathaniel, we reflect on some of the symbology of the scripture, and think about how we are called to discipleship ourselves.

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Hymns can be subjective, depending on who is listening to them, someone may think that a particular hymn is beautifully written, and someone else may feel that its dreadful. Choosing Hymns for worship is a minefield, will the congregation know ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Anglican

Following Jesus To The Jordan River Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jan 14, 2021

Did you ever play "follow the leader" as a kid? Sure. It's a lot of fun until the leader makes you do weird things or some action you're uncomfortable with. How about following a leader you can always trust? This series is on following the only leader you can truly trust.

You can hear the audio of the sermon on my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/7293241 Jesus' Baptism - Follow the Leader Intro: • Young couple goes to visit her family for Christmas in New England. • Whole family went for a walk in the wintery wonderland. Hoping to connect with his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 9:35, 2 Corinthians 6:16, 1 Peter 1:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pastor Just Follow The Instructions

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 8, 2020

A study in the book of Romans 15: 1 – 33

Romans 15: 1 – 33 Pastor just follow the instructions 1 We then who are strong ought to bear with the scruples of the weak, and not to please ourselves. 2 Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, leading to edification. 3 For even Christ did not please Himself; but as it is written, “The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

#4 Following Jesus In Baptism Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 12, 2020

John’s baptism of Jesus teaches us many truths about Christian baptism. This sermon explains the biblical nature, purpose and mode of baptism.

#4 Following Jesus in Baptism Series: Mark Chuck Sligh January 12, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Mark 1:4-10 – “John ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Ethics For The Followers Of Christ!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 29, 2016

2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV) Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. In this outline we point out a few needed ethics for both believer and minister.

Personal Ethics for the Followers of Christ! In this age of cutting corners, 'cheating' in schools, and work, it becomes more important then ever that we as followers of the Lord be examples of both believer and sinner. Jesus said in Matthew 7:20 (KJV) Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-20

Foolishness Follows Your Family

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

David's poor example as a father

"Foolishness Follows Your Family" 1 Kings 1 Father's Day - 6/19/2005 Intro: This morning we want to talk about one of the greatest investments you can make. More important than investing in stocks and bonds, or a good mutual fund, is investing in the lives of your children. Dr. Tony Evans once ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow Jesus By Obeying Him Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 15, 2021

A disciple is one who follows Jesus no matter what.

Video: That’s My King I’ve watched this video many times over the years, and we’ve played it a couple times in services as well. It’s from a sermon by Shadrach Meshach Lockridge (isn’t that the best biblical name ever?). Different sections jump out at me each time… I wish I could describe Him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26, Matthew 4:19-22, Matthew 9:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Black And White Of Following Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 10, 2022

Christ is he who will satisfy the deepest desires of our empty souls, and who promises us eternal life and resurrection if we dedicate ourselves to obedience in faith.

One could get into quite a discussion with biblical scholars and teachers over who was the greatest prophet in Israel. The greatest of the writing prophets, of course, was Isaiah, but he lived long after the period written about in the first reading today. Elijah pops into one’s head at first, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21, Psalm 16:1-10, Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Catholic

Following Jesus: Mark 6 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 6 of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 6.

Following Jesus (6) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Mark 6:1-6 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/5/2017 If you were with us the last few weeks, you know we are on a sixteen-week journey that will take us through the deserts of Palestine, along the shores of Lake Galilee and the Jordan River, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

Following Jesus: Mark 10 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 11of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 10.

Following Jesus (11) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Mark 10:17-27 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/12/2017 As many of you already know, we’ve spent the last several weeks mapping the footprints of Jesus all the way through the Gospel of Mark in an attempt to magnify Jesus in our minds and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Following Jesus: Mark 11 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 12 of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 11.

Following Jesus (12) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Mark 11:1-21 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/19/2017 If you’ve been with us since January, you know we began a sixteen-week journey that has led us through the deserts of Palestine, along the shores of Lake Galilee and the Jordan River, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Following Jesus: Mark 12 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 13 of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 12.

Following Jesus (13) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Mark 12:28-34 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/26/2017 Jim Dunn was serving as the pastor of the First Baptist Church, and his wife, Gladys, was very friendly and welcoming to people. One particular Sunday when the sermon seemed to go on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Christian Church