Sermons on Discipleship (Page 2)
Philip: Moved by the Holy Spirit
This message looks at Philip as an example of someone who is given unique spiritual gifts and abilities/skills that are used by God. His work in Samaria, his work with the Ethiopian eunuch, his ministry in Gaza, and the movement of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 8:1-40) Sermon Outline “Then Philip began with that very passage of Scripture and told him the good news about Jesus.” (Acts 8:35) Philip Proclaimed the Messiah (Acts 8:5) People were set free from the bondage…
Stephen: A Heart for God
This message looks at Stephen as an example of someone who has a unique heart or passion for God. His witness, his persecution and martyrdom, his vision of Jesus. (Acts 6:8-7:60; Psalm 139:13-14; Various) Sermon Outline “Now Stephen, a man full of God’s grace and power, performed great wonders and signs among the people.” (Acts 6:8) What’s Worth Dying For? The background of persecution for the early church (Acts 4:1-31) The situation confronting Stephen (Acts 6:8-15) The events that follow…
The Great Commission Prelude
Guest preacher Pastor Dave Choi brings a standalone message on the great commission out of Matthew 28. (Matthew 28:16-17) Sermon Outline “Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted.” (Matthew 28:16-17) The faithful disciple is one who regularly hears and trusts the word of God (Matthew 28:16) One cannot be a true disciple without regularly hearing from God’s word. Consequently, faith…
The Good and Faithful Servant
Dr. Sujith concludes our 2025 MissionsFest with a message from Luke 18. (Luke 18:18-23) Sermon Outline Question 1: What do you have? Luke 18:23-24: “’Sell all that you have and distribute to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me.’ But when he heard this, he became very sorrowful, for he was very rich.” 3 perspectives for mission on the basis of “what you have” A faithful servant is one who seeks and discerns as…
What Are You Doing Here?
Rev. Dr. Francis Omondi kicks off MissionsFest 2025 with a message out of 1 Kings 19. (1 Kings 19:9-13) Sermon Outline 1 Kings 19: God Meets Elijah Elijah is exhausted and discouraged after a season of intense ministry Elijah opens his heart to God, and is honest with where he is at God meets Elijah where he is at, and ministers to him 1 Kings 17: Elijah’s Start in Ministry Elijah steps out into what God calls Him to God…
Raised and Released
This message will explore the selection of the deacons in response to the needs of the church in Jerusalem, enabling the apostles to stay focused on their ministry but also releasing others into ministry. (Acts 6:1-8) Sermon Outline “In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Hellenistic Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food.” (Acts 6:1) Family Tensions (Acts 6:1) With all the good…
Making the Most of the Time
How we live each day reflects our sense of what matters most and how much time we have. In the churches that James is writing to, people’s lives were reflecting misplaced priorities and a false sense of security in the future. But James steps forward to correct them with hard truths and pointing them toward life. (James 4:13-5:6) Sermon Outline James 4:13-17 13 Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend…
Following Jesus Means Taking Up Our Cross
Choosing to follow Jesus means we are often saying no to many things: no to the what the world calls success, no to what the world call pleasure, no to what the world calls popular. Are we consistently willing to pay the cost of standing apart of Jesus, no matter the cost? (Matthew 16:24-27) Sermon OutlinE The Definition: A disciple is someone who is following Jesus, is being transformed by the Holy Spirit and is committed to the Mission of God.…
Following Jesus Means Serving Others
Jesus says the truest sign others will have that we love Him is when we show love towards each other. One of the clearest ways to demonstrate this love is by serving each other! (John 13:12-17; 34-35) Sermon OutlinE “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” (John 13:12-17, 34-35) The definition of a disciple of Jesus: A disciple is following Jesus, being changed by the Holy Spirit,…
Following Jesus Means We Have a Mission
Every disciple is called to make disciples. When we become followers of Jesus we are instantly tasked with helping others become fully devoted followers of Jesus. (Matthew 28:16-20) Sermon OutlinE “Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. Then Jesus came to them and said, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make…
Following Jesus Means We Will Be Transformed
Jesus takes ordinary fishermen and tells them they will become something more. Being a follower of Jesus is different than following someone on X (twitter) it leads to a transformation of our heart, mind and character. (Matthew 4:19) Sermon OutlinE “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.” (Matthew 4:19) The definition of a disciple of Jesus: A disciple is following Jesus, being changed by the Holy Spirit, and committed to the mission…
Run Like You Want to Win
Paul explores the way that discipline factors into life with God. A great chance to focus on spiritual formation and discipleship. (1 Corinthians 11:1-34) Sermon Outline Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. (Matthew 16:24) I. The Race to Run (v. 24) One Race One Winner One Way II. The Way to Run (v. 26 – 27) Don’t Run Aimless Don’t Fight the Air…