Sermons on Series The Next Step Following Jesus Into The Unknown:

Recognising Jesus

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 31, 2007

An Easter sermon that helps us see how to recognise Jesus, and what to do next

In the Gospel reading read this morning from Luke 24, verses 13 to 35 we hear about two people on a journey with Jesus. On this journey some significant things happen. The mood of the journey, changes. It begins with two of Jesus followers, going back to something they knew. Being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

The Bible Series: The Binding Of Isaac Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 28, 2013

Based on History Channel's epic mini-series, The Bible, this five-part expository sermon series highlights five key events in the story of Scripture from Abraham to Jesus, using video clips from the show.

The Bible: The Binding of Isaac Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/3/2013 Nearly a hundred years ago, a little boy in England received a stuffed bear as a gift on his first birthday. Soon after, his father, a playwright and novelist, began writing stories that featured the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Gideon - Small Steps To A Big Impact

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 19, 2003

Gideon’s example shows us what God can do with people who will follow him even in the small things.

Introduction play Nothing Ever Happens by Del Amitri Describes a world that is not liked. The situation is no good. It refers to injustice, American business snap up Van Goghs for the price of a hospital wing. The Second World War, burning down the synagogues. And says it never changes, no matter ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-40

Denomination: Holiness

Each Following The Lord Ourselves.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 27, 2024

There are areas in each of our lives which remain private, between us and God.

EACH FOLLOWING THE LORD OURSELVES. John 21:19-25. Peter had once boasted that even if all men were to forsake Jesus, yet he would not be amongst them (cf. Matthew 26:33). However, of those disciples still living after the betrayal of Jesus (when most of His disciples fled at the first sign of ...read more

Scripture: John 21:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Are Not Useless, You Are Next

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 14, 2022

God has selected you to be the next good news bearer.

I begin with the story of the four lepers as recorded in 2 Kings 7, to inform you that you are not useless, God has selected you to be the next good news bearer. As written the 2 Kings 6:24 to 7:1-end, the four lepers did not see themselves as useless or insignificant. They did not only take the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Romans 10:14, Luke 15:10, 2 Kings 6:24-33, 2 Kings 7:1-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Steps To Divine Fulness Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011

18th in the series continuing with the divine fulness theme of 17.

Ephesians Series #18 “Stairway to God’s Fullness” Pt 2 Ephesians 3:17-21 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-4 A. Paul blessed God for blessing us with every spiritual blessing 1:3-14 B. Paul prayed for their enlightenment 1:15-23 C. Paul detailed our resurrected life in Christ 2:1-10 D. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:11-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Eternity What Happens Next? Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 15, 2016

What happens after death? Where will you end up? Can we choose our eternal destination?

Eternity; what happens next? John 14:1-2 King James Version (KJV) Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. Luke 23:33-43 New International Version ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43, 2 Corinthians 5:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Serving Like Jesus Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 28, 2024

One of God's major objectives for us is to be conformed into the image of His Son and one of the primary ways God wants us to conform to the likeness of Jesus is in our service. Jesus came to serve and to give and so we must also serve and give.

A. One day a weathy woman was interviewing a prospective butler and asked him, “Are you trained to serve guests?” 1. The prospective butler replied “Yes, ma’am, I have been trained to serve guests both ways.” 2. The woman looked puzzled and asked, “What do you mean both ways?” 3. The prospective ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, John 13:1-17, Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unavoidable Consequences When Following Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 10, 2014

AS WE CONTINUE OUR SERIES IN THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS, WE APPROACH THE END OF CHAPTER 1, AND IT IS HERE, THAT PAUL REVEALS TO US THAT THERE IS AN INEVITABLE PROCESS FOR FOLLOWING CHRIST. THOSE WHO SEEK TO SERVE THE LORD WITH THEIR WHOLE HEART CANNOT AVOID IT, AND ARE EXPECTED TO THRIVE THROUGH IT.

THE UNAVOIDABLE CONSEQUENCES WHEN FOLLOWING CHRIST PHILIPPIANS 1:28-30 IN NO WAY ALARMED BY YOUR OPPONENTS—WHICH IS A SIGN OF DESTRUCTION FOR THEM, BUT OF SALVATION FOR YOU, AND THAT TOO, FROM GOD. 29 FOR TO YOU IT HAS BEEN GRANTED FOR CHRIST'S SAKE, NOT ONLY TO BELIEVE IN HIM, BUT ALSO TO ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Started

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 25, 2020

Getting started begins with following Jesus.

Title: Getting Started Text: Matthew 4:12-25 Thesis: Getting started begins with following Jesus. Introduction These days I am a vicarious adventurer… I will never toss a sleeping bag and a camping stove and a copy of Whitman’s Leaves of Grass in the back of a pickup truck and chronical my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holding Onto The Next Generation

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Aug 2, 2009

A sermon about the trend away from church by 20 somethings and 30 somethings and what the church can do about it.

The Ninth Sunday of Pentecost August 2, 2009 Psalm 78:1-8 In the great words of Colonel Hannibal Smith, “I love it when a plan comes together.” Note: Smith, played by George Peppard, was the leader of the A-Team for five seasons on television. Item #1: During his visit in June, our parish ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Word Of God Speak! - Gospel Of John Series 1 Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Dec 23, 2024

Jesus Christ, the Word, is the Son of the Living God, and He is God. Jesus is God’s revelation of Himself to mankind.

John 1:1-3 1 In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He existed in the beginning with God. 3 God created everything through Him, and nothing was created except through Him. John is the inspired writer of this book, this Gospel. God is the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3, John 20:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following God's Lead Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 18, 2014

In this second sermon in this series, we explore how Israel follows God's lead after King Cyrus gives them permission to return and rebuild the Temple of God.

Introduction: A. Many of us have our favorite songs. Maybe it’s a song that describes the theme of our lives or of our relationships. 1. Major league baseball now uses what are called a player’s walk-up song – It is used as a player heads to the mound or walks to the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming The Tither You Secretly Desire

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

Encouraging people to take the next step to tithing.

Theme: Tithing Task: To help God’s people make this the year of their tithe. Title: Help for Becoming the Tither You Secretly Desire Time: November 12, 2006 I am so very excited to be able to preach today. I get to proclaim one of the most exciting activities in the Christian life. I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:20-22

Denomination: Methodist

Christian 12 Steps

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 8, 2014

Recently I had a witnessing opportunity with an alcoholic who wanted nothing to do with Jesus but was devoted to the "god as we understand him" promoted in the 12 step program. This is a closer look at those steps and how they compare to Scripture.

Recount the interaction between the alcoholic and me at the dinner we were catering with Barb in Collins Center. He was drunk He did not want to hear about Jesus He kept referring to "god as I understand him" 12 Steps of AA (written in the past tense for some reason) 1) "We admitted we were ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-10

Denomination: Nazarene