Sermons on Imitating Disciples:

"Fruitful Branches”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 23, 2024

Opening story: 230 old vine at Hampton Court. And an illustration of running on empty when we are not connected to the vine of Jesus. How to imitate Jesus and let Him produce fruit on our branch. Illustration from Dallas Willard

In Jesus Holy Name April 2, 2024 Text: John 15:1-8 Easter V “Fruitful Branches” In Hampton Court, near London, there is a grapevine that is reported to be the oldest living vine in the world. It is over 230 years old. It was planted in 1768. This grapevine has one root which is 12 feet ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, Ephesians 5:1, Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Biblical Truths From The Football Career

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 13, 2015

There are men of the Lord who serve in the game of football, men who grasp truths we can learn from as we endeavor to reach the lost for Christ and encourage the Body of Christ.

Biblical Truths from the Football Career Introduction: We are in the midst's of football season. Much of the world is captivated by the game, they long for game after game until we finally reach the Super Bowl. Proposition: I would propose to you that there are men of the Lord who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can I Give Them Your Name?

Contributed by Stephen Woody on Jun 10, 2005

Jesus tells us that the Harvest is Plentiful and the workers few. He then names the disciples who are workers. We have too many un-named followers in the church and not enough named disciples.

"CAN I GIVE THEM YOUR NAME?" INTRODUCTION: PETER, ANDREW, JAMES, JOHN, PHILIP, BARTHOLOMEW, THOMAS, MATTHEW, JAMES, THADDEAUS, SIMON, AND JUDAS These Are The Twelve Disciples. They are listed here, in this text, by name. These are the faithful, core members ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Abrogation Of Self

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 6, 2010

There is a marked difference between a believer and a disciple, between being a Spirit-sealed Christian and a Spirit-filled Christian. The distinguishing mark of the disciple, the Spirit-filled Christian, and the soldier of the Kingdom is the abrogation o

The Abrogation of Self 2 Timothy 2:1-5 Luke 14:26 Introduction: There is a marked difference between a believer and a disciple, between being a Spirit-sealed Christian and a Spirit-filled Christian. There is likewise considerable difference between being a citizen of Heaven and being a soldier of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Dare 2 B Different In Your Discipleship Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 2, 2007

A disciple is an apprentice. How can we be REAL disciples of Jesus? follows the Dare 2 B Different outline: Embody His Name, Embrace His Mission, Emulate His Word.

DARE 2 B DIFFERENT: In Your Discipleship Luke 9:23-24 Disciple – “apprentice” – learns by living and working with his teacher in a daily ‘hands-on’ experience. I. Embody His Name – Reflect His Character in Your Discipleship A. “Deny Himself” 1. God’s character is a selfless character as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Ye Shall Be Witness Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 25, 2007

"Witnesses" — it is that word which defines for Christ’s disciples their role and responsibility. We must not lose sight of the fact that the Holy Spirit came to equip the disciples to carry out their work of witness.

ACTS 1:8 “Ye shall be witnesses” The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, DC, has a guard 24 hours a day. Every hour on the hour, 365 days a year, a new soldier reports for duty. When the new guard arrives, he receives his orders from the one who is leaving. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Apr 15, 2021

A look at how the disciples encountered Christ post resurrection, and how this speaks into the present day filled with hopelessness and apathy, and how as modern disciples the torch has passed to us to continue the work

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. As we continue to journey through our Easter Season, the Gospel continues to speak to us about the impact that the Resurrection had upon the disciples. Last week, the Gospel focussed on Thomas and his disbelief, and this week, we continue by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: Anglican

Counting The Cost

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 23, 2022

Jesus did not sugarcoat it when He was pointing out that following Him would not be a bed of roses! Being a disciple could not be and cannot be taken lightly because being a disciple is to be totally committed!

COUNTING THE COST Text: Luke 9:57 -62 Luke 9:57  As they were going along the road, someone said to him, "I will follow you wherever you go." 58  And Jesus said to him, "Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: United Methodist

Matters Of The Heart. Matthew 5:17-48 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 18, 2025

It’s a Heart Matter. JESUS is teaching what it means to be a disciple in GOD’s Kingdom in understanding and applying the law and true Righteousness, by dealing with our sin nature through the matters of the heart.

2025.02.16. Sermon Notes. MATTERS OF THE HEART. Matthew 5:17-48 THE Law and True Righteousness. William Akehurst HSWC BIG IDEA: It’s a Heart Matter. JESUS is teaching what it means to be a disciple in GOD’s Kingdom in understanding and applying the law and true Righteousness, by dealing with our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-48, Romans 10:4, Matthew 24:35, Romans 8:4, Galatians 2:21, Romans 3:23, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Psalm 14:1, Romans 12:18, Ephesians 4:26-27, James 1:14-15, 2 Samuel 11:2-4, Matthew 6:33, Deuteronomy 24:1, Exodus 20:7, Romans 12:21, Deuteronomy 32:35, Romans 3:21-22, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Leviticus 11:45, Philippians 3:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is The Beast? Series

Contributed by Larry Hinkle on Oct 22, 2019

In Revelation 13 we hear the strategy of the antichrist, he is a deceiver, John describes how Satan will be a master at counterfeits and make it difficult to discern between what is of God and what is not. Here are 4 keys, to discern the real from the imitation, that we might live uncompromised.

in the N.T. there are over 300 references to the Lord’s return, The most common promise in the bible spoken by Jesus, I will return, this promise inspired a great hope, kingdom of God est. no more evil, no more persecution, no more hate, no more, crime, no more disease disaster, decay or death. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Methodist

New Things In The New Year

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Jan 21, 2010

Let us strive to live this New Year a NEW LIFE, renewed in MIND, HEART and SPIRIT, enjoying the benefit of the NEW COVENANT with God the Father. Happy New Year!

New Things In The New Year 01/14/07 AM Reading: Revelation 21:1-7 Introduction Revelation 21:1-7- Jesus said in verse 5 "Behold, I make all things new". As we enter the New Year many folks will make plans to make a new start. They will make new resolutions for the New Year. Resolutions to lose ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Continuing The Ministry Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Aug 27, 2001

This sermon calls us, as disciples of Christ, to bear His message and continue His ministry throughout the world today.

Continuing The Ministry of Jesus: Kingdom Ministry August 19, 2001 Dilovar goes back to his village to proclaim the gospel. He knew the risks… but he was willing to go thru whatever was necessary. - this was an old village… hundreds of years old. The leaders were typically older men, so for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23-24, Luke 4:18-19

Guess Who Walked With Me!

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Luke 24:13-35 tells of Jesus meeting with the Emmaus disciples.

Luke 24:13-35 tells of Jesus meeting with the Emmaus disciples. It is a blessing to know that the risen, resurrected Christ shows up in some of the most unexpected times in our lives. Those disciples needed this appearance of Jesus after He arose, because their hopes were dashed. Due to what verse ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

A Mother's Request Series

Contributed by James Hayford Sr. on Nov 15, 2000

Jesus talks with the mother of two of His disciples about being a servant.

A MOTHER’S REQUEST” Fourth In The Series: “Conversations With Christ” Matthew 20:20-28 LET’S LOOK AT OUR TEXT: 20 Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and, kneeling down, asked a favor of him. 21 "What is it you want?" he asked. She said, "Grant that one of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: *other

The Humility Of The Incarnation Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 30, 2001

Christ’s humility, displayed in the incarnation, is an example for us as his disciples.

Well, after thirty-five days, we finally have a President-elect. How many watched the speeches on Wednesday night? How many can’t remember who won? How many don’t care who won? It’s definitely one for the history books. All during the last five weeks, we’ve been hearing that this is a great lesson ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9, Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist