Sermons on Not Following Christ:

Follow The King Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Oct 25, 2022

Jesus is calling true worshipers from every nation and every tribe and every people to follow the only true God, the only King of kings.

Today we are continuing our study in the Gospel of John. Through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, John wrote: “...these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name” (John 20:31). Everything Jesus did was ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Decision To Follow Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Sep 24, 2015

The choice is ours. Are we going to follow Jesus, or not.

September 13, 2015 6 Decisions The Decision to Follow John 1:35-42 Opening words: Blogger John Reitmer attended a seminar nearly ten years ago in St. Paul, Minnesota. The topic was the human brain and how we make decisions. According to the speakers, the average person makes more the 35,000 ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42, John 11:30-50

Denomination: Methodist

Follow Jesus Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 23, 2025

Following Jesus means trusting His leadership, surrendering self-rule, embracing transformation, and walking daily with the Shepherd whose presence shapes every step.

There is a tenderness in the way Jesus calls people. He never shouts to impress the crowd. He never manipulates the moment. He never forces Himself upon anyone. Instead, He speaks in a way that reaches the deepest places of the heart and invites a response that is both personal and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19, John 10:4, Luke 9:23, Hebrews 12:2, Psalm 23:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Complete Surrender

Contributed by William Jones on Jun 25, 2008

A story of surrender in the life of Peter. Peter had to choose to surrender of his time, his property, his pride, and his career in order to follow Christ. We will look at several steps that we need to take in order to completely surrender to Christ and

Complete Surrender Peter Luke 5:1-11 Illustration: Don’t Argue With A Lighthouse There was an officer in the navy who had always dreamed of commanding a battleship. He finally achieved that dream and was given commission of the newest and proudest ship in the fleet. One stormy night, as the ship ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Leader

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

The consequences of complaining

“Follow the Leader” Numbers 11 - 16 Intro: Everyone lift you feet up in the air off of the floor. Okay, I may step on some toes this morning, so if you keep you feet up in the air, I won’t step o your toes! #Illust: Man went to monastery - only 2 words a year - 1st yr “Beds Hard,” 2nd yr - Food ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happens When We Try To Follow Jesus Christ? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 16, 2021

Jesus will... 1. Help us count the cost of following Him (vs. 18-20). 2. Remind us of His sacrifice (vs. 19-20). 3. Stress the urgency of our service (vs. 21-22). 4. Reveal His greatness to us (vs. 23-27).

What Happens When We Try to Follow Jesus Christ? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 8:18-27 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared August 16, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Here in Matthew 8, Jesus has finished His Sermon on the Mount, and great multitudes followed Him down the mountain, on the way to Capernaum. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

At Once - They Followed

Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001

We all are called to follow Jesus, will you?

"At Once - They Followed" Mark 1:14-20 "And Jesus said to them, "Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.’ And at once they left their nets and followed him." This is the sort of text that preachers love, this piece of a story about the calling of Simon, Andrew. James and John. from the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Methodist

Follow The Leader

Contributed by Don Hutto on Dec 6, 2000

Characteristics of a Godly leader.

Follow The Leader II Kings 18:1-7 Intro: As children we played follow the leader. But today do we have leaders that we can follow? From this passage we can draw four conclusions about Godly leaders. I. Conclusion #1: They do what is right. (v. 3) II. Conclusion #2: They trust God. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful Followers

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Big Idea: FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS HELP THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD H.

Big Idea: FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS HELP THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD H. Gordon Selfridge built up one of the world's larges department stores in London. He achieved success by being a leader, not a boss. Here is his own comparison of the two types of executives: The boss drives ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Follow The Leader

Contributed by Tamiko Stewart-Carter on Apr 5, 2006

Follow the Leader to the Promised Land.

Follow the Leader, the Walls Are Coming Down! Prophetess Tamiko Stewart Sunday, February 26, 2006 – Living Word Full Gospel, Rockford, Illinois Key Verses: Joshua 1:11 – Go through the camp and tell the people, ‘Get your supplies ready. Three Days from now you will cross the Jordan here to go in ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Willing To Follow

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 27, 2004

They left everything and followed him; a challenge for following Jesus.

Knute Rockne served as head coach of Notre Dame University’s football team from 1918-1931. During those 13 seasons, he scored a winning percentage of just over 88%, the best ever for a college (or pro) football coach. Rockne knew how to play football. More precisely, he knew how to coach; to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Other

A Heart To Follow

Contributed by Jason Evans on Jun 10, 2006

A message about how we need a clean heart.

Open with me to acts chapter 11 verse 23. It reads “Who, when he came and had the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all that with purpose of heart they would cling unto the Lord.” There are so many scriptures that talk about the heart of man. As early as Genesis 6:5 God tells us that the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:23

Denomination: *other

The God Followers

Contributed by Joe Harding on Oct 4, 2002

God’s Holiness will demand our purification and service!

THE GOD FOLLOWERS MALACHI 2:17-3:18 SUNDAY PM SERVICE SEPTEMBER 29, 2002 INTRODUCTION: A small-town prosecuting attorney called his first witness to the stand in a trial -- a grand-motherly, elderly woman. He approached her and asked, "Mrs. Jones, do you know me?" She responded, "Why, yes, I do ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Instructions

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 13, 2013

Follow the instructions of Jesus by praying "The Lord's Prayer" with shameless audacity!

Instructions. We have all, at some point in time, wrestled with following the instructions. It may be for a home improvement project, piecing together a pressboard bookshelf, or reading down the side of a box learning how to prepare that particular side-dish for supper. Instructions are an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

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