Sermons on True And False Disciples:

How Jesus Helped His Disciples Overcome The Problem Of Procrastination

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew that peoples' fear often leads them to procrastinate.

1. Jesus knew that peoples' fear often leads them to procrastinate. The Lord Jesus said, "Do you not say, 'Four months more and then the harvest?' I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest." (John 4:35) Ask the Lord to help you surrender your fears to the Lord and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Instructed His Disciples Through The Empowering Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2001

How Jesus taught the disciples through the Spirit’s power

How Jesus Instructed The Apostles Through the Empowering Spirit Acts 1:1-5 Illustration:William A. Ward has said, "The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. Progress Magazine, December 23, 1992. 1. Jesus instructed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved: The Character & Personality Of John

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

He was the sage who wrote the most beautiful, eloquent, and theologically deep description of the life of Jesus. He followed Jesus all the way to the cross when the rest of the disciples fled.

He was the sage who wrote the most beautiful, eloquent, and theologically deep description of the life of Jesus. He followed Jesus all the way to the cross when the rest of the disciples fled. He was so humble and self-effacing that he only mentioned himself in his gospel account as ‘the disciple ...read more

Scripture: John 13:23, Mark 10:37

Denomination: Salvation Army

M3 – Mobilizing Disciples 3 Acts 1:8 Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Apr 11, 2019

The call of every Christian is to become broken bread and poured out wine to others until they are able to feed on God for themselves. O. Chambers

M3 – MOBILIZING Disciples 1/24/16 Acts 1:8 Sunday AM A beggar boy had staked himself on a bridge in Rome w/ an old violin on which he played pitifully. The only people who gave money were those who felt sorry for him. One day a man came by who after listening asked the boy if he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Luke 14:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christians Don't Experience True Revival

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 31, 2007

Also titled "The 7 ’uns’ of Revival"

Introduction 1. A Montana cowboy was overseeing his herd in a remote mountainous pasture. Suddenly a brand-new BMW advanced out of a dust cloud towards him. The driver, a young man in a designer suit, Gucci shoes, Ray Ban sunglasses and fancy tie, leans out the window and asks the cowboy, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:23

Denomination: Nazarene

True Love - A Valentine’s Day Sermon

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Feb 19, 2012

The Bible tells us what true love is all about. But God doesn’t just talk about love. God gives us an example of what true love is like.

True love - A Valentine’s Day Sermon John 21:1-21:19 It had been a big wedding, and the reception was well attended. Then came the honeymoon, the couple went to their hotel room After they unpacked their bags the groom took his bride by the hand sat her on the bed and said, "Honey, I hope ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Drawn To Jesus-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 7, 2014

4 of 5. John recalled the manner by which Jesus’ disciples first became convinced that He was Messiah. Some will become Jesus' disciples. But What draws/attracts those disciples? Disciples are drawn to Jesus thru their…

DRAWN TO JESUS—IV—John 1:35-51 Attention: My being drawn to the field of biological oceanography.—always fascinated with the ocean & with animals. I had no desire to be a tax consultant or an accountant—I can’t even imagine how tediously miserable I would be as either ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ Is The Source Of Everything In Life Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 11, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on Jesus Christ as the source of everything in life, examining the various ways in which He meets our needs and provides for us.

As believers, we often acknowledge that Jesus Christ is our Lord and Savior, but do we truly understand the depth of His role in our lives? The Bible teaches us that Jesus Christ is the source of everything in life, providing us with spiritual, emotional, and physical sustenance. In this sermon, we ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4, Matthew 6:25-34

The Sunset Of Evil

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Feb 7, 2003

If the source of our sicknesses is located in the false gods we worship, we need the help of the true God to replace them with the beliefs, ideas, values and goals that offer us healing and new life.

Mk 1.29-39 presents a scene of healing. He heals Simon’s mother-in-law and she begins to serve them. Good health is a necessary condition to be at the service of God and neighbour. God grants it to those who are eager to enter into this service. At sunset, he heals all the sick and the possessed, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Catholic

Tearing Down Strongholds

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Feb 3, 2014

Strongholds are built when we accept and receive error and begin to meditate on them. It forms in our minds what is known as an imagination, that is, a false concept that we believe to be true, but in reality is not.

What exactly is a stronghold? A stronghold is an incorrect thinking pattern that has molded itself into our way of thinking. These strongholds have the capability to affect our feelings, how we respond to various situations in life, and they play a large role in our spiritual freedom. Where do ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Phonies In The Church

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 17, 2001

How to deal with false prophets.

Phonies In The Church People get too excited about nut cases, which claim to be prophets of God and various other lads/lassies that get into all sorts of scams and jams. Many people lose faith because their hero or favorite alma mater takes a nosedive. First, none of us are exempt from ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciple Peter - The Centre Of Devotion – In The Fish Or In The Lord? Part 1 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 14, 2022

Part 1 of a study of Peter’s life in the series THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL, deals with his call, his name, his confession and his ultimate decision - the fish or the Lord.

THE DISCIPLE PETER - THE CENTRE OF DEVOTION – IN THE FISH OR IN THE LORD? PART 1 OF 4 SERIES - THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN'S GOSPEL We enter a 4 message study on the Apostle Peter. There is so much rich teaching in all of this. This is the first message. John 1 v 40 One of the two who heard ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42, Matthew 16:13-20, Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Peter 2:4-8, Matthew 18:18, Mark 1:14-20, John 6:66-69, John 6:51-65  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The End Of The Age Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 30, 2021

As we approach the chaos of the end of the age, stay true to the Lord, stay calm in the crisis, and stay strong in the faith.

To start a discussion on core values, a youth pastor in Saskatchewan, Canada, asked his youth group: “What would you do if your doctor told you that you had only 24 hours to live?” The students talked about being with friends and family, and the discussion seemed headed in the right direction. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14, Revelation 6:1-8, Revelation 6:12, 1 John 2:18, Daniel 9:27, Revelation 12:6, Revelation 13:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:3-5, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 1:11, Daniel 11:32-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"Claudius And Herod And Elymas; Oh, My!"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 20, 2005

(or, Bad politicians, terrorists and false prophets)

(or, “Bad Politicians, Terrorists and False Prophets”) I’ve chosen a rather long portion of scripture to preach from, but I do not intend to do an expository study of these 41 verses today, so you can rest assured that this will, eventually, come to a close. What I want to do is take these ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

"Our Mandate" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 8, 2015

Christ's call to be a disciple who makes disciples is a mandate given by our Lord.

We have looked to Matthew 28:18-20 to learn how being a disciple who makes disciples is our mission as the people of God. Today, I want us to consider how being a disciple who makes disciples is a mandate given to each of us by our Savior. The dictionary defines “mandate” as: “an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Baptist