January 11 — The Call of Salvation (“Come”)

Text: Matthew 4:18–22; John 1:35–39; Matthew 11:28–30

Big Idea:
Salvation begins with Jesus’ invitation to relationship — “Come to Me.”

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Sermon Outline:
1. The Gospel Begins With an Invitation — “Come and see.”
2. Salvation Is Received, Not Earned — grace meets us where we are.
3. Jesus Calls the Weary, Broken, and Searching — rest is found in Him.
4. Responding to the Call — trust the One who invites us.

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Response Question:
What step of coming to Jesus is He inviting me to take today?

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January 18 — The Call to Lordship (“Follow Me”)

Text: Matthew 4:18–22; Luke 9:23–24; Colossians 2:6

Big Idea:  Jesus does not call admirers — He calls followers who surrender to His authority.

 

Sermon Outline:
1. From Belief to Surrender — “Follow Me.”
2. Lordship Reorders Our Priorities — we release control.
3. Following Is Costly — and Worth It — we gain true life.
4. Daily Obedience — walking with Christ wherever He leads.

Response Question:
Is Jesus simply part of my life — or is He Lord of my life?

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January 25 — The Call to Be a Disciple (“I Will Make You”)

Text: Matthew 4:18–22; Mark 3:13–15; John 15:4–5

Big Idea:  Discipleship is Jesus shaping our character through an ongoing relationship with Him.

 

Sermon Outline:
1. Formation Begins With Being With Jesus — “that they might be with Him.”
2. Transformation Comes Through Abiding — apart from Him we can do nothing.
3. God Shapes the Heart Before the Hands — character before activity.
4. Surrendered Availability — we allow Christ to make us new.

Response Question:
Am I letting Jesus shape who I am becoming?

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February 1 — The Call to Purpose (“Fishers of People”)

Text: Matthew 4:18–22; Matthew 28:18–20; 2 Corinthians 5:18–20

Big Idea:
We are formed by Christ so that we may join Him in His mission to reach others.

 

Sermon Outline:
1. From Formation to Mission — “I will make you… fishers of people.”
2. Every Disciple Is Sent — mission is not optional.
3. We Witness Through Love and Presence — ambassadors of Christ.
4. Living as a Kingdom Influence — sharing hope where we are.

Response Question:
Where is Jesus sending me to reflect His love this week?

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February 8 — The Call to Perseverance (“They Left Everything and Followed”)

Text: Matthew 4:18–22; Luke 5:1–11; Hebrews 12:1–3

Big Idea:
Discipleship is not a moment — it is a lifelong commitment to keep saying “yes” to Jesus.

 

Sermon Outline:
1. Leaving Nets, Boats, and Old Securities — trusting Christ fully.
2. Faithfulness Through Highs and Lows — pressing on in Christ.
3. Perseverance Strengthens Witness — endurance shapes the soul.
4. Renewing Our Yes to Jesus — choosing to follow again and again.

Response Question:
What might Jesus be inviting me to leave behind so I can follow Him more fully?