Sermons about The Call To Follow

Who Do We Follow?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 30, 2014

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We may call ourselves Christians, but is Jesus our Shepherd? Are we really following him or merely using his name to excuse following a man, a tradition or our own stubbornness?

Intro: We often hear the 23rd Psalm read or recited at funerals, but did you know that it does not apply to everyone, only to the sheep of the Great Shepherd. Goal: To really understand the most popular of all the Psalms. Plan: We will go through Psalm 23 looking at some important details. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Roll Call Of The Saints

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 5, 2013

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| 9,500 views

Jesus, who has set the example for us, has finished the race and is at the right hand of the Father. We need to follow his example and that of the other heroes of the faith. These examples encourage us to finish the race.

Roll Call of the Saints Hebrews 12:1-4 Rev. Mark A. Barber Introduction Today, the first Sunday of November, is the Sunday on the church calendar which is set apart to remember the faithful service of Christians over twenty centuries who have gone on to their eternal reward. All Saints Day is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Life Of Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 10, 2024

based on 3 ratings

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This sermon explores the call to discipleship through self-denial, surrender for the gospel, and sustaining faith, emphasizing a Christ-centered life over self-centeredness.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity and love, bound by the common thread of faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. We gather not as strangers, but as a family, a community knit together by the grace of God, and the shared pursuit of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Topics: Following Jesus

The Transformed Life Of A Disciple

Contributed by Byron Maynard on Apr 22, 2005

based on 138 ratings

| 27,969 views

Jesus never hid from his disciples what it would cost to follow him. To follow Jesus we need a transformed mind, a transformed heart, and a transformed lifestyle.

Sermon preached 4/05 THE TRANSFORMED LIFE OF A DISCIPLE by Pastor Byron K. Maynard Jesus never hid from his disciples what it would cost to follow him. The Apostle Paul also testified of this when he said, What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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Making Disciples: Reproducing Followers Of Christ Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 5, 2023

based on 4 ratings

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We are all called to be disciples of Jesus and to make disciples, passing on our faith to others.

Hey guys, you know that game of tag we all used to play as kids? The one where you're "it" and you have to tag someone else to pass it on? Well, Jesus gave us a similar task, but this one is way more important. It's about passing on our faith. Jesus told His followers, "Go and make disciples of all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, 2 Timothy 2:2

Topics: Evangelism, Spiritual Growth, Biblical Teachings, Missionary Work

The Call Of Christ

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 10, 2013

| 5,727 views

The call of Jesus is a call to a relationship, a call to be His disciples and a call to be disciple-makers.

Matthew 4:18-20 THE FIRST WORDS TO PETER 18 As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. 19 "Come, FOLLOW ME," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." 20 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Some Reasons For Paul's Success

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

based on 25 ratings

| 6,838 views

True Success is Found in Following Paul as He Imitated Christ

Some Reasons For Paul’s Success (Acts 20:17-36) Illustration:Someone once asked Paul Harvey, the journalist and radio commentator, to reveal the secret of his success. "I get up when I fall down," said Harvey. Bits & Pieces, March 3, 1994, p. 16. Characteristics of Paul’s Successful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Count The Cost

Contributed by Edward Frey on Sep 22, 2001

based on 36 ratings

| 10,564 views

The cost of following Jesus is but a faithful recognition that he comes first.

Sermon Text: Luke 14:25-33 Count The Cost! Dog owners often post signs on their property saying, “Beware of dog.” A friend of mine had one of those signs on his fence. The only problem was that his dog didn’t fit the warning. His dog was a lazy, old hound that barely moved. If anything you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Ask You ? Wwjd

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Dec 2, 2003

based on 3 ratings

| 1,946 views

The following series of WWJD in France... several applications for the youth life !

DEMANDE-TOI ? Lecture : 1 Pierre 2/13-25 et part. v.21 AEt c’est  cela que vous avez été appelés, parce que Christ aussi a souffert pour vous, vous laissant un exemple, afin que vous suiviez ses traces.@ I Qu=est-ce que Jésus penserait ? A...Au reste, frres, que tout ce qui est ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Pisture Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Mark Neilly on Nov 22, 2002

based on 14 ratings

| 3,754 views

Christ shows compassion for His followers because they belonged to Him

John 17: 9 - 12 A Picture of Compassion There is a man in the Intensive Care Unit who was very badly crushed by a piece of farm machinery, and he is critically ill. This accident happened on Tuesday, and his wife and daughter have not left him in all that time. Their very presence reveals their ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"discipleship--Our Greatest Joy"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 22, 2020

based on 5 ratings

| 6,324 views

A sermon about calling, following, living and learning to love like Jesus.

“Discipleship—Our Greatest Joy” Matthew 4:12-22 Recently, I read something about the elephant seal of Argentina. Soon after giving birth to her seal pup, the mother seal will leave the pup on the shore in order to go feed in the waters off the coast. After feeding, the mother seal will often ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: United Methodist

From Follower To Disciple

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Aug 24, 2003

based on 18 ratings

| 6,915 views

The disciples became followers of Jesus when John the Baptist pointed Him out, however they only became true disciples when they were willing to leave everything.

From a Follower to a Disciple In the early years of the first century the people of Israel were waiting for the Messiah to come. They were waiting for the person who the prophets had spoken of, to come and set the people free. A man then appeared in the wilderness. He started baptising people ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51, Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Called To Be A Mom Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 9, 2022

| 1,638 views

Based on Luke 1:26-38 - Encourages mothers (& others) to consider the implications of Mary's call for our lives today.

“CALLED TO BE A MOM” Luke 1:26-38 FBCF – 5/8/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Moms have some funny & interesting interactions w/ their kids: A mom of 3 bad kids was asked whether or not she'd have children if she had it to do over again. "Yes, just not the same ones." Pastor Bill ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Call To Discipleship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 549 views

Explores Jesus' call to Peter and Andrew, their immediate response, and how we can similarly respond to God's call in our lives.

Good morning, my friends! It's a joy to see each and every one of you here today. We're gathered here not just as a congregation, but as a family, bound together by our shared faith and love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Let's start off by reading our Scripture passage for today, straight from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Topics: Open, Call

When Following Jesus Separates Friends Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Feb 12, 2008

based on 11 ratings

| 7,030 views

God calls us to decide for Jesus, even when doing so divides families and friends.

Scripture Introduction Two snowflakes drop softly from a dark cloud. The wind twists and twirls these “friends,” so that appear to play “Tag, you’re it!” One bumps the other, then jumps away; the second chases and almost reaches his “opponent.” They bounce up and down, giggling as they swing ...read more

Scripture: John 7:40-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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