Sermons on Teaching Disciples:

Since You're Going Anyway, Teach

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 6, 2009

Jesus’ call to us is to use the natural intersections of life to share what we know, to learn together with others, and to claim the victory of the Lord who will always be with us.

My wife and I made the rounds of the carpet stores one evening last week. She is a member of the church’s Building and Grounds Committee and has been given the assignment of refurbishing my office. It was an educational experience, but not a particularly entertaining one. At one carpet store we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Making Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 21, 2008

If we ever hope to make disciples who love and obey Jesus, then we must become disciples who love and obey Jesus.

The Making of a Disciple Acts 14:19-28 Intro: One of the last things Jesus told His followers is found in Matthew 28:19-20: “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:19-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Call For Disciples

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

what does it mean to serve God

The Call for Disciples Matthew 9 7/27/97 Intro: We saw last week the costs we need to pay in order to be Christ’s disciples. this week, as we look at chapter 9, we will see the attitudes we need to have in serving Christ. We see several miracles of Christ mentioned in this chapter. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The 12 Disciples Series

Contributed by Michael Welsh on Jan 14, 2016

The apostles were the foundation of the Church. The apostles were sent out to establish churches. The apostles were called Disciples while they were working and being trained by God, but they became Apostles after they were sent to do the work that they were trained do. They were to start churches.

The 12 Disciples Part II Apostle Michael The 12 Disciples by name 1. Andrew 2. Bartholomew (Nathanael) 3. James (son of Zebedee) 4. James (the lesser or younger) 5. John (the son of Thunder, the Revelation) 6. Judas 7. Thaddeus (Jude) 8. Matthew 9. Peter (Cephas, Rock, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:18

Denomination: Apostolic

Disciplines Of Disciples

Contributed by Craig Smee on Aug 23, 2006

Running the race is a difficult thing, but through certain Christ oriented practices we can have the endurance to complete the race.

87% of Americans own running shoes but don’t run. One cannot be a disciple without learning discipline! ". . . discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness." ~ 1 Timothy 4:7b (NASB) If I am going to develop Christ-like character in my life, there are certain disciplines, or habits I need to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian Church

The First Disciples Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jun 19, 2023

As Jesus begins his ministry, he calls out several men to follow him. This sermon considers the first disciples that Jesus calls.

We all like to follow someone at various times in our lives. We may be motivated by curiosity, fear, ambition, knowledge, information. Sometimes our following is a simple and non-committed social media follow - we might just want to be in the know. Other times our following results in a certain ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing The Good News And Making Disciples Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

The Great Commission is the final command Jesus gave before ascending to heaven. He did not only command us to preach the gospel but also to make disciples of all nations.

SHARING THE GOOD NEWS AND MAKING DISCIPLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 28:19-20 Supporting Texts: Mark 16:15, Acts 1:8, 2 Timothy 2:2, John 15:16, Colossians 1:28 INTRODUCTION: The Great Commission is the final command Jesus gave before ascending to heaven. He did not only command ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Beloved Disciple

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

During the last month I have been watching the NBA playoffs on the TV.

During the last month I have been watching the NBA playoffs on the TV. The team that I have been cheering for has been the San Antonio Spurs. David Robinson is my favorite player because he’s good and because he’s a committed follower of Jesus Christ. One of the things that I have noticed about the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciples' Future

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 6, 2013

As a farmer separates the sheep from the goats, so on the day of Judgment God will separate the wicked from the righteous. On that day there will both the wicked and the righteous will be surprised at the revelation that what we have done on earth, and h

The Disciples’ Future Matt. 25:31-46 Dorn Ridge March 11, 2012 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Jesus commenced his final week of life and ministry with His triumphal entry into Jerusalem. 2.) This morning, and for the next number of weeks, I would like us to look not at His triumphal entry, but in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:41-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Disciples Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 15, 2008

Discipleship is not a one-time decision; it’s a lifelong journey.

In these verses, Jesus gains five of His original twelve disciples: (1) Andrew (2) An unnamed disciple (probably John) (3) Simon Peter (Andrew’s brother) (4) Philip (5) Nathanael (perhaps also known as Bartholomew; Bartholomew is linked with Philip in the other three Gospels – Matthew 10:3; Mark ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Disciple

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 8, 2020

Understanding baptism

Message/Devotion March 8, 2020 John 3:1-17 The Secret Disciple The Reading “There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. 2 This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Disciple's Cross

Contributed by Gary Birch on Feb 27, 2007

Following Jesus has become too easy for many people. We like to take the benefits without the discipline and responsibilities. What does it really mean to take up our cross and follow him?

The Italian freedom fighter Garibaldi offered his men only hunger and death to free Italy. Garibaldi had an incredibly committed volunteer army. He would appeal for recruits in these terms: “I offer neither pay, nor quarters, nor provisions; I offer hunger, thirst, forced marches, battles and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

The Original Disciples Series

Contributed by Dennis King on May 26, 2021

Jesus Christ picked a diverse group of original disciples to accomplish His divine purpose. Were they the crème de la crème of the Jewish religious leaders? Did they have special talents? Did they buy their way into the powerful, influential circle of this new Messiah?

Disciples of Jesus According to Matthew Chapter 4, Jesus after leaving Nazareth went to Capernaum, which was by the lake in the area of Zebulun and Naphtali to fulfill what was said through the prophet Isaiah about the land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-14, Galatians 1:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Appearance To The Disciples Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 4, 2009

Jesus has sent us out to be His witnesses. There is no Plan B.

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] PEACE BESTOWED While they were still talking about this, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you” (Luke 24:36; cf. John 20:19, 21). “Peace be with you” (Shalom) was the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-49

Denomination: Baptist

Disciples Do

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Oct 27, 2017

It is not enough to be saved. We are not to sit on the sidelines but instead to "Get in the Game." That is where we are needed and there is where we are to be according to our Lord Jesus Christ.

CALL to WORSHIP We are here in Your House once again to worship You and Your Name. We ask to be blessed and anointed this morning. Tell us O Lord, what we must do to complete Thy Work. Hear Us as we ask for Your consideration on matters of importance to You. Give us Peace and Joy as ONLY You can ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12, John 1:11-12, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: *other