Sermons on Rich Young Ruler:

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

What It Takes To Follow Jesus

Contributed by Steve Johnson on Nov 19, 2001

To follow Jesus, we must realize, prioritize, and exercize....

"What it takes to follow Jesus" Luke 9:57-62 Introduction: If I were to ask you "what does it take to follow Jesus", or "what does it mean to be a disciple" What kind of answers do you think I’d get? Pray, read the bible, go to church, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

He Makes Me Glad

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005

He makes me glad when I am sad. He’s the dearest friend I ever had!

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA He Makes Me Glad Psalms 4:7-8 Intro: There is much sought after in life; however, the pursuit of happiness is the most elusive goal man has. He attempts to make his heart glad with everything of this world. These external ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Try It You'll Like It

Contributed by Paul Hammons on Mar 8, 2007

In Psalm 34:8 it says “O taste and see that the LORD is good.” Try it you’ll like it. Ever since Thomas was invited to examine the hands and side of Jesus, Christianity has invited others to “Taste and see that the LORD is good.”

Try It You’ll Like It; Psalm 34:1-8 Commercials: Dr. Pepper – Be a Pepper – Be you, do what you do. Mt. Dew – Do the dew. I like some older ones: Life – Hey Mikey he likes it. Alka Seltzer – Plop, fizz, fizz, o what a relief it is. It may bring relief, but it tasted terrible, so they added flavor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8

A Face In The Crowd

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 24, 2004

Shows the different types of people who surrounded Jesus. Exhorts us to be disciples, not merely members of the crowd.

“A Face in the Crowd” (Matt. 21:8,9) Introduction: The Power of Numbers. Example: Rock Concert Types of People who followed Jesus: A. Crowd B. Enemies C. Disciples I. The Reaction of the Crowd at the Triumphal Entry. Matthew 21:8, 9, “8 A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Utilize The Spirit's Power To Overcome Hidden Faults

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 11, 2005

"The mind set on the flesh is death but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace." Without the leading, help and encouragement from the Holy Spirit no one can overcome their hidden faults.

Utilize the Spirit’s Power to Overcome Hidden Faults Romans 8:6-31 "The mind set on the flesh is death but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace." 1. Without the leading, help and encouragement from the Holy Spirit no one can overcome their hidden faults. David prayed, " Who can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Failures

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

Talks about the good that God can bring out of our failures. How to overcome failures in our lives

Overcoming Failures Num 14:44-45 Purpose Statement: To see God’s purposes even in the midst of their failures. One character that I really identify with is Charlie Brown. One of the things I remember about him most is his relationship with Lucy. She offers to hold the ball for him every ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:44-45

Denomination: Baptist

Extravagant Generosity Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009

Based on the book by Robert Schnase, this is chapter 5 - Extravagant Generosity.

John 3:16-17 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, "Rabbi, we know you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the miraculous signs you are doing if God were not with him." 3 In ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, 1 John 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Is Still On His Throne: Isaiah 6

Contributed by Kevin Walker on Jan 23, 2009

No matter what situation we face in this life, we always have the assurance that God is still on His throne - He is still in control of things.

Read Isaiah 6:1-5. “God is Still on His Throne” 1. I’ve been taken by the picture that this text paints as I’ve been reading it the past few weeks. 2. Read through, describe the picture. 3. It shows the power and majesty of the Almighty God. 4. In the times in which we are living, it’s easy to be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Said I Am

Contributed by Andrew Heath on Aug 7, 2017

An uncompromising gospel .

Longton Elim 12/02/17 Pm Meeting Introduction. Good evening to you all, it is a privilege to have this opportunity to share the word of God with you. Title: By The Way This evening I would like to bring John 14 1-6 as our text As it has been said before we are living in very interesting ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

"More Than Meets The Eyes"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 17, 2015

Jesus is more than meets the eyes as he is transformed before the disciples eyes. Is he more than what we think or see?

"More than meets the eye." Mark 9:2-9 1. Jesus is more than meet the eyes • The disciples saw Jesus as more than a man, He changed before their very eyes, He changed from a Rabbi to a God man • He is holier than we imagined, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Methodist

Not Far From The Kingdom Of God?

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 29, 2018

The greatest commandment.

NOT FAR FROM THE KINGDOM OF GOD? Mark 12:28-34. Long before the invention of the printing press, men called Scribes would work together to copy out the Scriptures for future generations. By doing this, we might suggest, they became well-versed in the Law of Moses (cf. Ezra 7:6). They were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dying To Self Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025

Dying to self is not a suggestion but a spiritual requirement for those who wish to walk in the fullness of Christ.

DYING TO SELF By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 2:20 Supporting Texts: Luke 9:23-24, Romans 6:6-11, Philippians 3:7-10, Colossians 3:3-5, John 12:24-26 INTRODUCTION: One of the most challenging yet crucial aspects of the Christian life is learning to die to self. In a world that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Well-Rounded Church At Antioch Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023

Ingredients of Well-Rounded Antioch Church

A. INTRODUCTION: 1. The church in Jerusalem was mostly Jewish (Acts 2:5-11). 2. Jesus commanded they preach to all people in every nation (culture) and make disciples (Mark 16:15; Matt. 28:18-19). 3. Persecution forced them to carry out the Great Commission. “At that time a great persecution ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1, Mark 16:15, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Modern Day Micah's

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Mar 24, 2024

The foolishness of idolatry.

For those of you who know the Bible, the first person that would come to mind is Micah the prophet, a prophet who prophesized judgement to the southern and northern kingdoms: Israel and Judea. He also prophesized judgement to specific groups of people: evil-doers, rulers, and false prophets. Well, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:1-13, Isaiah 44:9-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ