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  • David DeWitt avatar

    The Foundation Of Following

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 31, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,746 views

    This Bible study from Luke examines the basic requirements for discipleship

    The Foundation for Following Luke 14.25-35 Midweek Bible Study November 5, 1997 Large crowds were traveling with Jesus and he turned and said to them, “If anyone comes to me but loves his father, mother, wife, children, brothers or sisters - or even life - more than me, he cannot be my ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    When God's Son Became Like Us

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 4, 2004
    based on 23 ratings
     | 2,878 views

    How God sent His Son to be like us so we might be like Him

    "A prison cell, in which one waits, hopes...and is completely dependent on the fact that the door of freedom has to be opened from the outside, is not a bad picture of Advent." Frederick Buechner’s little book of character sketches of people from the Bible has this to say about the angel ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    True Prayer Series

    Contributed by Manuel Amparo on May 5, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,416 views

    But dying daily is one of the greatest victories that we as human can obtain from sins.

    TRUE PRAYER PSALM 51:10 A. "CREATE IN ME A CLEAN HEART, O GOD; AND RENEW A RIGHT SPIRIT WITHIN ME" PSALM 51:10 1. The prayer of David: a. This prayer should be the ideal for every living Christian. b. The desires for holiness should be the longing of every ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The King Who Is Our Bread

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,765 views

    Jesus makes the claim that his body and blood are our food and drink if we would live. A look at John 6 helps us see deeply into the meaning of life and suffering and joy.

    (The audio of this sermon includes reading John 6 as well as other important content not in the notes) In Greek mythology, King Tantalus was punished in the underworld by being chained in a lake. Its waters reached to his chin but receded whenever he bent down to satisfy his burning thirst. Over ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Do You Know When To Quit?

    Contributed by Jay Winters on Dec 30, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,458 views

    This was the second to last Sunday in the church year. It has been an interesting journey through Luke. Next week we’ll finish up with Luke with his amazing account of the crucifixion. This week though, I kind of looked back on all of the sermons I’ve pre

    In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three In One who gained our souls for us. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, When do you know that it is time to quit? In my youth, I was a swimmer. I was a sprinter. I detested the long races and loved the quick ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    God Is In The Midst Of Our Troubles

    Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Aug 21, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,599 views

    Perhaps you have had more than your fair share of grief and trouble and my heart goes out to you. I wish I could share some of your load. But keep the faith and keep pressing on and be comforted because through Christ’s resurrection and triumph over evi

    When I looked at the readings for this Sunday, especially Psalm 46, I said to myself, it ties in so well with what is happening to us today. As a Country, we are in two wars with prospects of one or two more; we’ve had the worst natural disasters – Katrina, mudslides, flooding in Tennessee, Oil ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Shake The Dust Off Your Feet

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 3, 2010
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     | 15,051 views

    We look at the DUST that leads us to be complacent. Dust stands for DISOBEDIENCE, UNBELIEF, SOMEONE ELSE'S PROBEM and TIMIDITY Let's replace those with DISCIPLEMAKING URGE to share our faith SURETY of our Calling TRUST in God

    Sermon If we want to be successful in God’s service we need to wipe the DUST off our feet and move forward Let me say that DUST is a mneumonic for D- Disobedience U- Unbelief S- Someone else’s problem T- Timidity Introduction A country preacher in Canada decided to skip services ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Short Personal Example Of The True Gospel Message

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Oct 20, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,304 views

    The true Gospel message is everywhere in the bible, yet most church goes cannot see it. They cannot see the wood for the trees. This short sermon hopefully summarises this message in a way that relates to people.

    This sermon was delivered to the congregation in Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 4th September 2016. (A Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow & Dumfries) Jeremiah 18:1-11 Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17 Philemon 1-21 Luke 14:25-33 Prayer: Loving God, Father Son and Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Key To Happiness And Eternal Life

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 12, 2015
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    Our attitude as children of God must centre on a life that is lived in him. In return for his sacrifice we need to make good use of the opportunities Christ sends our way.

    The scene in Mark 8:27-38 is the climax of the first half of Mark’s Gospel. This first half focuses on miracles and gradually reveals Jesus as the Messiah. The second half explains the nature of that Messiahship and has far more teaching and far fewer miracles. Caesarea Philippi was located ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    An Outline Of Acts 13:1-12

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 26, 2022
     | 2,801 views

    Acts 13 is a turning point in the history of the Church. Barnabas and Saul were personally selected by the Holy Spirit for a special mission. They left Antioch, preached through Cyprus, and experienced several things.

    Introduction: Acts 13 could serve as a turning point in the Church’s story. The first 12 chapters are primarily concerned with the beginning of the Church and the issues facing the Church near Jerusalem. Now Luke is relating how the Church was going “to the uttermost part of the earth.” 1 Antioch: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Count The Costs Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 14, 2026
    based on 2 ratings
     | 597 views

    This is the 55th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#55] COUNT THE COSTS Luke 14:25-35 Introduction: In our text, Jesus speaks about the importance of counting the cost before committing to discipleship. He calls us to understand that following Him is not a light decision; it requires total dedication, sacrifice, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    It Takes Both Sunshine And Rain To Make A Rainbow

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 8, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,001 views

    Do you know how to break or make a Christian? Let him / her go through the process of suffering.

    Exegetical Idea: Subject: How should believers respond to suffering? Complement: Unsurprised, rejoicing, knowing that they are blessed. Homiletical Idea: Persecution can break or make a Christian. Purpose: As a result of this sermon, my listeners (believers) would be made aware and encouraged ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Blessed Are Those Who Mourn Series

    Contributed by Art Campbell on Jun 22, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,936 views

    Those who mourn and grieve over the spiritual state of a people will receive the blessing of God’s comfort.

    BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO MOURN "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." ILL: mourning when my father died (loss, shock, tears, funeral, regret, healing) What was Jesus thinking? No fun in mourning! Promise of comfort for the bereaved - resurrection for all who are in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Have Overcome The World Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 18, 2014
     | 5,854 views

    Jesus prays for his believers

    Show video of John 17 John 17 After Jesus said this, he looked toward heaven and prayed: "Father, the time has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you. 2 For you granted him authority over all people that he might give eternal life to all those you have given him. 3 Now this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Where Does Your Trust Lie?

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 3, 2025
     | 158 views

    A sermon for the season after Pentecost, Lectionary 26, Year C

    September 28, 2025 Rev. Mary Erickson University Lutheran Church Amos 6:1a, 4-7; 1 Tim. 6:6-19; Luke 16:19-31 Where Does Your Trust Lie? Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. All of our scriptural passages today have to do with our ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran