Sermons on Jesus Followers:

Following Jesus: Following Joy Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 19, 2020

No matter what we are enduring at the moment, Jesus can bring a certain joy to our lives that circumstances cannot steal from us. Joy that comes from following Jesus is our constant companion, it is a gift from Him to our hearts.

Following Jesus: Following Joy John 15:9-14 Introduction Some people believe that Joy is in short supply in our world. That’s not hard to believe, given the events of the past few months and the pandemic we are enduring day by day. The anger and unrest that rumbles beneath the surface, and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Hearts Of Jesus Followers

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Jesus chose his followers through the QUALITY OF THEIR HEARTS

Jesus chose his followers through the QUALITY OF THEIR HEARTS [How did Jesus look for His followers?] I. Jesus looked for a person with an OPEN HEART(vs.1-4) A. A person who was around Him …people crowding around Him (v.1a) B. A person who listened to Him …listening to the word of God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Jesus Followers Guide

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Aug 28, 2010

An honest look at following Jesus

Good morning Calvary, are you ready for the word of God. We will be looking at Ephesians 3:1-13 today. As you find this passage in your Bibles I want to confess to you when I began my ministry over 28 years ago, I was clueless. I had no idea what ministry involved. I did not really know all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Following Jesus In Mission Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Following Jesus in Mission

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Following Jesus in Mission Luke 19:1-10 April 11, 2010 I have found that same principle in my own life. One of the biblical priorities as a pastor is making disciples - winning people and training them and then sending them out to do the same. Yet with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Mean To Be A Jesus Follower?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 27, 2008

The Fifth Sermon in the 2008 Summer Sermon Series God is.

(The sermon began with the Reader’s Theater piece ‘Who, Me?’ published by Carson-Dellosa Christian Publishing.) This morning I begin with a visual and active illustration of the challenge of following someone. I need two volunteers… thank you ____________ and ___________! Now, _______________, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Marriage And The Jesus Follower - Perfecting Intimacy Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 17, 2013

Desiring God leads to raised awareness of who He is and a raised awareness of who God is leads to reshaped priorities that fit His, and reshaped priorities that fit His condition us to recognize that God is enough and when we recognize God is enough we become completely dependent on Him.

Hebrews 13:4 "Give honor to marriage, and remain faithful to one another in marriage. God will surely judge people who are immoral and those who commit adultery." Our goal as followers including those of us who are married is to remain faithful. We started the series on Marriage and the Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Jesus

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Sep 1, 2006

The cost, the commitment, and the consequences of responding to the Lord’s call - Follow Me!

FOLLOWING JESUS Matthew 4:19 [AMP] He said to them, Come after Me [as disciples - letting Me be your Guide], follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men! Jesus said to them, "Follow Me, [JBP] I THE CROWDS THAT FOLLOWED JESUS Matthew 4:25 Large crowds followed him wherever he went. [NLT] Why did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following Jesus

Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Jun 8, 2002

What is your position before Jesus? Are you still saying "no" to Jesus? Or do you immediately follow Jesus like Andrew, Peter, James and John?

Outline A. Calling B. Challenge C. Command D. Caution E. Cost Scripture Matthew 4:19; Isaiah 6:8 Matthew 4:19 "Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8, Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

To Follow Jesus Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 7, 2001

The key to being a successful Christian is following Jesus

To Follow Jesus Selected Passages – Matthew 4:19a January 7, 2001 Introduction I. Follow the Leader Have you ever played the game “Follow the Leader?” The game consisted of one person who was the leader and the rest of the players were followers. The leader did something and the rest of the group ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Church Of God

Following Jesus

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 13, 2002

We have been called to be followers of Jesus

Following Jesus Luke 5:1-11 July 7, 2002 Introduction 1 One day as Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret, with the people crowding around him and listening to the word of God, 2 he saw at the water’s edge two boats, left there by the fishermen, who were washing their nets. 3 He got into one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Following Jesus

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003

We may have been saved from evil, but each of us must take care not to fall prey to foolishness.

FOLLOWING JESUS There have been times in my life that I have made the mistake of doing things my way. I have always known to “wait on the Lord”, but there are times when we all want to do things on our own. No doubt this is one of the biggest mistakes any one of us could ever make. What we ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:19-21, Luke 2:42-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Following Jesus

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Jun 28, 2003

Are you following Jesus? Do you know how? Would you follow Him if you could? You can! If you will follow as the Word of God teaches you to, and then you will be a true follower of Jesus Christ.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon Title "Following Jesus" By- Evangelist Gary Huckaby Read with me from the book of Mark 1:16-20, and you will see from where we get out title to this message today. "Now as he walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

They Followed Jesus Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 26, 2002

Exegetical; verse by verse exposition of John 1:35-51, The disciples decide to follow Jesus, with a challenge in the invitation for the audience to do so also.

INTRODUCTION: John 20:31 says “but these have been written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name.” 1) Day 3. “Again the next day,” ties these verses to the previous verses. John is still the focus, but not for long! · John ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51, John 20:31

Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To note that we’ve been called by Jesus and must leave every hindrance behind and follow Him.

The Gospel of Mark #3: Following Jesus Text: Mark 1:14-20 Thesis: To note that we’ve been called by Jesus and must leave every hindrance behind and follow Him. Introduction: (1) Now, Jesus is ready to start His earthly ministry. (a) He had recently been baptized and had overcome ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Jesus

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Dec 19, 2008

To follow Jesus means a lot more than reading about Him. It means living in the shadow of His teaching and becoming like Him through change.

Following Jesus Griffith Baptist Church – 12/28/08 A.M. Service Text: Mark 1:16-18 Key verse: Mark 1:18 - And straightway they forsook their nets, and followed him. Premise: To follow Jesus means a lot more than reading about Him. It means living in the shadow of His teaching and becoming like ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-18

Denomination: Baptist