Sermons on True Disciples:

Worship The Lord Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Dec 4, 2022

Many of the Psalms are psalms of worship. Worship is something that has little appeal to the overly practical man. God only accepts worship in spirit & in truth. Therefore we must be instructed on how to worship in a way that pleases God.

Part of this Psalm was written in response to the bringing home of the ark after it had been captured by the Philistines. David was so pleased and this is how he responded. • Worship to God is not merely what you do in church but how you respond to the circumstances that take place in your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Jeus Gives His Disciples Further Instructions Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

The promises Jesus made to His disciples and us before the cross.

Jesus gives His disciples further instructions John 14: 7-14 It was Friday in the grade one class and the teacher said, “I want you all to think of something that happens this week-end and be prepared to share it with the class on Monday.” All the kids were thinking about what they could ...read more

Scripture: John 14:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

For The Believers

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 31, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you content just to be a believer? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to work hard to become a disciple. IV. TEXT: John 8:31-32 (Amplified Bible) So Jesus said to those Jews who h

I. EXORDIUM: Are you content just to be a believer? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to work hard to become a disciple. IV. TEXT: John 8:31-32 (Amplified Bible) So Jesus said to those Jews who had believed in Him, If you abide in My word [hold fast to ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

When You Fast Do Not Advertise

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Mar 17, 2019

Generally speaking, Fasting is about going without food in order to spend time in prayer with God and meditate on God’s Word – this is noble but difficult.

When you Fast – Do not Advertise Introduction: Generally speaking, Fasting is about going without food in order to spend time in prayer with God and meditate on God’s Word – this is noble but difficult. (But Fasting is not hunger strike). In the passage that was read to us… we find that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1, Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus - "I Offer True Joy" Series

Contributed by David Haun on Dec 27, 2003

We tend to look for happiness and joy in the wrong places. This sermon considers some of the hopeless ways we seek joy, comparing them to the true joy offered by Christ.

2003 Christmas Series JESUS "I OFFER TRUE JOY" Hope Christian Church December 28, 2993 Dr. David L. Haun CHRISTMAS - GOOD FOR HEALTH. According to Dr. Harry Sands, director of the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health in New York, the Christmas season can be an emotional pressure valve for us. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-11, John 15:22-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Vine Series

Contributed by Mike Parry on Oct 3, 2007

This message is taken from John 15:5 and blended with Old Testament references to Israel being the Vine...

"The Vine" Introduction: Well this morning, we are going to look at the last of the 7 I AM statements of Jesus found in John. So far we have looked at these I AM statements from Jesus: • I am the Bread of life • I am the Light of the World • I am the Door • I am the Good Shepherd • I am the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men Still Seek Him

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 26, 2016

A message to encourage seekers to continue their pursuit of God.

"Wise Men Still Seek Him" Matthew 2:1-12 Matthew 2:1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

John Chapter 15 Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 20, 2001

Somewhere along the way to the Garden of Gethsemane Jesus stopped at a vineyard and compared His relationship to His followers to that of a vine and its branches to assure His followers of a productive and gratifying life.

John Chapter 15 The setting for this chapter is somewhere along the way to the Garden of Gethsemane. Perhaps Jesus stopped at a vineyard terraced along the hillside at one of the wealthy homes along the way, and compared His relationship to His followers to that of a vine and its branches, to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-27, John 15:3

Denomination: Baptist

True Love Flows Both Ways

Contributed by James Snyder on Jun 13, 2016

The love you show is the love you have received. You can’t give what you don’t have.

Introduction… F. W. Boreham in his book, “Mountains in the Mist” writes, “Ian Maclaren has a lovely story of John Carmichael that I somehow think would have been very much to Paul’s taste as he thought of Timothy and his peril at Corinth. Now, ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Inside The Ministry Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 26, 2003

A closer look at the relationship between Paul and the Corinthian church is revealing. Motives of ministry that come from God are powerful and effective for the cause of Christ.

True Christian Ministry on the Inside Verses one and two of chapter 6 are a continuation of verses 20-21 of chapter 5. Also at the end of this chapter, verse one of chapter 7 is part of what’s being said at the end of chapter 6. The truth is, the chapters and verses have butchered this letter! ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith/Belief That Works Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 21, 2018

Message 16 in our exposition of James continuing the discussion of the nature of true faith.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Faith that Works” Pt 2 Today we continue our discussion of the nature of true or genuine faith or belief. The whole book of James paints a portrait of genuine faith. I. Faith’s response to trials 1:2-27 II. Faith’s response to partiality and prejudice ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jeremiah: My Righteousness Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004

Jeremiah - reveals that Jesus is my righteousness

JEREMIAH 231-8: MY RIGHTEOUSNESS Have you ever come across someone who is a real prophet of doom? The sort of person who looks at a glass and sees it as half empty and not half full. I am sure we have all come across such people. In the Bible Jeremiah is the prophet of doom in many ways. He ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:1-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Well Meaning But Wrong

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 27, 2007

In our text, we see some well meaning people who made some mistakes and how Jesus responded. 1- The mother’s request 2- The Savior’s comeback 3- The disciples’ reaction 4- The Savior’s example

INTRO.- Well meaning but wrong. Ever happen to you? ILL.- A young preacher said, “I was completing my first funeral service in my first congregation on the plains of Kansas. The words of committal for a dear, aged mother had been spoken and a prayer following concluded the graveside ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ox Carts, Hemorrhoids And True Worship

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 30, 2020

This sermon is dedicated to understanding True Worship by looking at a couple of stories surrounding the Ark of the Covenant

Scripture: Romans 15:4; 1 Chronicles 15:25-16:4 ( 2 Samuel 6:1-15) Theme: God’s Presence Title: Ox Carts, Hemorrhoids and True Worship INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. In Romans 15:4 the Apostle Paul shares with us an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4, 2 Samuel 6:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Who Will Follow Jesus?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 19, 2002

Jesus is the life changer of all times. He’s the theme of the entire Bible and he came here to change you and me forever.

Who Will Follow Jesus? When we read the gospels, it’s obvious that Matthew, Mark, Luke and John each have a unique perspective on Jesus’ life. All four of these men were followers of Jesus; Matthew and John were apostles who actually lived with and walked with Jesus. They were there from his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ