Sermons about The Beloved Disciple

Judas Thaddaeus: The Misunderstood Disciple Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2023

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You never get a second opportunity to make a first good impression. Jude changed his name to be a good testimony.

A. WHY MISUNDERSTOOD 1. The early church father Jerome, called him Trionius, i.e., the man with three names. a. Judas, Lebbaeus, Thaddaeus. b. Judah, Judas, Jude. 2. Name meaning Judas in Hebrew is Judah, i.e., praise. One of twelve sons (tribes) of Jacob. Jesus was from the tribe of Judah ...read more

Scripture: John 14:22

Denomination: Baptist

James The Less: The Unknown Disciple Lesson 10 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023

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A disciple ministers in the place of Jesus Christ. Where He cannot go, we go in His place.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. James the Less one of those persons who seems to fall between the cracks of history. a. His father is named Alphaeus (Matthew 10:3; Mark 3:19; Luke 6:15). b. His mother was also a follower of Jesus and was one of the women at the cross (Matthew 27:55-56, 61; Mark 15:40). ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:14, John 8:31, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

Andrew: First Called Disciple Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023

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If you find Jesus as your Savior, first find someone close to you and tell them about Jesus, and bring them to Jesus.

“John the Baptist stood with two of his disciple looking at Jesus. The Baptist said, ‘Behold the Lamb of God,’ and Andrew and John began following Jesus. The Master… asked, ‘What are you looking for?’ They said, ‘Master-Teacher, what are You staying?’ Jesus said, ‘come follow Me.’ It was 4 p.m. so ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Then Were The Disciples Glad When They Saw The Lord Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 6, 2025

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True Christian joy is not rooted in self, others, favorable circumstances, or abstract doctrine—it is rooted in a personal, present encounter with the risen Christ. Joy begins then—when we see Him.

“Then Were the Disciples Glad When They Saw the Lord” (John 20:20; Based on Chapter 2 of Vance Havner’s The Secret of Christian Joy) Key Text: John 20:20 – “Then were the disciples glad, when they saw the Lord.” Thesis: True Christian joy is not rooted in self, others, favorable circumstances, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And… Walk Worthy: The Character Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 17, 2025

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Discipleship is not merely a class we attend, a course we complete, or a label we wear. It is a way of life.

Go! And… Walk Worthy: The Character of a Disciple - Ephesians 4:2 (NLT) Ephesians 4:2 (NLT): “Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other's faults because of your love.” INTRODUCTION – THE MARKS OF A TRUE FOLLOWER OF JESUS Church—discipleship is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2, Ephesians 4:1, Philippians 2:5-11, Matthew 11:28-29, 1 Corinthians 13:4, Psalm 103:8, Romans 5:8, 1 Peter 1:2 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Disciples' Best Attitude Toward Wealth

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 20, 2025

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An early reminder of the Jewish understanding of the dangers of wealth that has been hoarded for personal power.

Friday of the 29th Week Integral 2025 I’ve run into a lot of people who think they know Scripture and will quote St. Paul by saying “money is the root of all evil.” If you paid attention to the first reading, you know that he, acting as Timothy’s mentor and supervisor, wrote “the love of money is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:6-20, Luke 8:1-3, 1 Timothy 6:2-12, John 12:4-6, Matthew 6:19-21 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Different Men Who Made A Difference Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 21, 2006

based on 48 ratings

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"Meet the Apostles"--unique message presented in first person. Each one was different, but each was used to make a difference! Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template.

Different Men Who Made a Difference Matthew 10:1-4 [To be delivered in 1st person, direct address] Hey you twelve. What a motley crew you were. Not the “Dirty Dozen” necessarily. Just ordinary people. Nothing special. Twelve different men you were…but Jesus chose you to make all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On The Sure Word: Living As Disciples On The Promises Of God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 17, 2026

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In a world of broken promises even friends and family, with the best of intentions, sometimes promise—and fail. But when God speaks, heaven and earth stand to attention. A promise from God is not a wish. It is not optimism. It is not sentiment. It is covenant.

Standing on the Sure Word: Living as Disciples on the Promises of God Introduction: The Difference Between Human Words and God’s Word We live in a world of broken promises. Politicians promise. Corporations promise. Even friends and family, with the best of intentions, sometimes promise—and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Joshua 1:9, Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:7, John 15:7, Mark 13:11, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 7:6, Psalm 116:5-6, James 1:2-3, Deuteronomy 33:27, Genesis 15:1, James 4:8, Hebrews 13:5 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Five Who Followed In Faith

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 9, 2015

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Five Men Who Followed Jesus – John chapter 1 verses 35-51 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

Ill: • The body of missionary and explorer David Livingstone; • Was buried in Westminster Abbey England in 1874. • But one part of him was missing! • His heart was buried in the Africa he loved. • It was buried at the foot of a tall mpundu tree in a small African ...read more

Scripture: John 1:25-51

Denomination: Brethren

Mary And The Unusual Biblical Picture Of Motherhood

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Apr 7, 2015

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Not roses, Not Teddy Bears but this ...I will buy you a round of beers if anyone can find me a Mother’s Day card with this particular image on it ....

Mothering Sunday According to Clinton Cards 27th July is Auntie’s day; 3rd October is Grandparents day, 21st June is Father’s day; 20th February is Pet’s day and today is Mother’s Day. In fact find a relative and the card manufacturers will invent a day for it. I am sure that very soon there ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27, John 7:3-5

Denomination: Anglican

The Perfect Lamb Of God Begins Discipling His Followers

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jan 11, 2020

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John the Baptist introduces The Lamb of God!

Message/Devotion January 12, 2020 John 1:29-42 The Perfect Lamb of God Begins Discipling His Followers The Reading The Lamb of God The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, “Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! This is He of whom I said, ‘After me comes ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42, Genesis 22:7, Matthew 3:16-17, Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Have You Been With

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 16, 2002

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How do people know who you have been spending time with.

WHO HAVE YOU BEEN WITH. Place Allendale Baptist Date September 2001 Acts 4: 5-13 INTRODUCTION Mom always asked two questions when I went out. Where you going? & Who are you going with? When I come home, she would ask who’ve you been with? She would always check my story to make sure it was the same ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Remember Who You Are

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 24, 2002

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A sermon for the third sunday after Easter A sermon about Jesus’ encounter on the Road to Emmaus

Third Sunday of Easter Luke 24:13- 35 "Remember who you are" Many years ago my family and I attended an Institute for Renewal at Luther College, one of the morning speakers was Dr. William Willimon who is a pastor and a professor at a southern seminary. During his talks, which were always good, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Free From Choler

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Aug 28, 2002

based on 7 ratings

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Titus 1:7

FREE FROM CHOLER TITUS 1:7 I have a confession to make to you this mourning. It may come as a surprise to some. But I have admitted it before. It is something that I have to go ask God for forgiveness over and over again. You see I have a problem with "choler" (cô-ler). No that is not ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:7

Denomination: Bible Church

I'm Putting My Heart Upon The Alter.

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Sep 1, 2002

based on 64 ratings

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I’m Putting My Heart Upon the Alter. Give Him your best.

I’m Putting My Heart Upon the Alter. HHM Pastor Jim Parisi Sept 1, 2001 Sometimes you can love or desire something so much that it could cloud your vision and focus for God You start to focus on an object or a person, your eye becomes fixed on it, and we lose sight of the Lord You can ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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