Jesus Calls Me, I Must Follow is a compact gospel song about Christian discipleship: Christ calls, and the believer answers with obedience, trust, and perseverance.
Hymns Based on Matthew 4:18
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Matthew 4:18
"Walking by the sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers: Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew, his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. He said to them, “Come after me, and I will make you fishers for men.” They immediately left their nets and followed him."
— Matthew 4:18
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Consecration, Discipleship, Obedience, Service, Call of Christ. Many worship songs connected to Matthew 4:18 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Consecration
- Discipleship
- Obedience
- Service
- Call of Christ
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Closing Hymn
Jesus Calls Me, I Must Follow
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Scripture Reading Matthew 4:18
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Sermon Consecration
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Closing Hymn Jesus Calls Me, I Must Follow
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
Jesus Calls Us O'er the Tumult is a hymn of Christian discipleship centered on the continuing summons of Christ.