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  • Steven Chapman avatar

    It's Not Always Easy!

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Nov 6, 2000
    based on 194 ratings
     | 9,287 views

    A sermon that looks at the hard side of discipleship by focusing on four character traits that a real disciple develops.

    It's Not Always Easy! The Tough Side of Discipleship Luke 14:25-35 We all know about how messed up things are in our world. But do we know that they aren’t much better in the church. In the article "The American Witness" in the Nov/Dec 1997 issue of The Barna Report, George Barna examined 131 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Developing A Great And Intimate Relationship With God, The Father - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 14, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,165 views

    Understanding the character and nature of God, the Father and His plans for you.

    A. Questions to Ponder 1. Do you see God as a tyrant? If so, why? 2. Do you feel you cannot come to Him for everything? If so, why? 3. Are you fearing Him to the point of not talking to Him? If so, why? 4. Are you mad at God for your life or current situation? If so, name the situation 5. Are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I'm Heading In The Right Direction Series

    Contributed by Bob Lentz on Sep 5, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,141 views

    For a believer the final destination of heaven is settled, but there’s still the matter of living for today and developing Christlikeness.

    I’m Heading In The Right Direction 7-29-07 New Series: The New Me – Pt. 4 Phil. 3:12-14 Intro. There’s a certain sense of excitement that wells up when you’re ready to set out on a trip to a place where you’ve never been before. Maybe it’s a vacation to an exotic location or a mission trip ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing A Financial Plan Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016
     | 8,502 views

    This message is about financial freedom and how you can achieve it no matter how you’ve handled your money in the past. God wants all of us to experience financial freedom from debt, where you are liberated from anxiety

    Developing a Financial Plan Luke 16:1-13 A pastor shared a letter from one that one of his parishioners sent him concerning his personal money management issues: “Of all the experiences in my life, I have yet to find one to compare to the sheer devastation of financial indebtedness. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    Developing The Mind Of Christ

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Apr 20, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,930 views

    What resources has God given believers to develop holy thinking?

    WWJD • A number of years ago an enterprising Christian businessman came up with the idea to sell a wristband to Christian young people with the letters WWJD on it. (What would Jesus do). • It was supposed to be constant reminder to the wearer to think about now Jesus would act in any given ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Developing A Lifestyle Of Gratitude PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,216 views

    Encourage us to live a life of gratitude, constantly praising God, proclaiming His deeds, and seeking His strength.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into Psalm 105:1-5 and explore the beauty of giving thanks to God for His character, expressing gratitude for His unwavering faithfulness, and living a life of gratitude. As Rick Warren once said, "In happy moments, PRAISE GOD. In ...read more

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    The Nature Of Character Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,545 views

    A look at what Character is how it is formed and how it is lost.

    Having Mother’s Day fall during Discover the Word can be a challenge because it is really expected that on Mother’s Day you will speak to Mothers. But when you are focusing on a specific book it can sometimes be hard to find the hook to work with a specific topic. If you were here a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Develop A Respect For Authority Series

    Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016
     | 4,410 views

    Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock

    When youth move into adulthood with high Christian values, they get a head start in life and will thankfully escape many pitfalls! Parents can’t make children have character. They can, however, provide the framework for positive growth by taking advantage of an infallible textbook – the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Character And Commitment Series

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Jun 6, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 11,979 views

    This is an adaptation of a book by John Maxwell on Leadership.

    I. Two weeks ago I talked about the need for leaders, and the need for us all to get involved doing what it is that God has gifted us to do, to see that this church becomes what God wants it to be, and has the impact on this community that God intends it to have. A. It would be unfair to ask you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing Intimacy With God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 4, 2025
     | 378 views

    Developing intimacy with God is the highest pursuit of the Christian life. It requires intentionality, consistency, and a deep hunger for His presence.

    DEVELOPING INTIMACY WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:8 “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 63:1 Jeremiah 29:13 Psalm 27:4 John 15:4-5 Philippians 3:10 Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Developing A Disciple's Attitude Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 23, 2004
    based on 69 ratings
     | 23,230 views

    In the most famous sermon ever preached, Jesus sets forth eight statements that provide the best definition of a disciple ever delineated

    Developing a Disciple’s Attitude In a classic comic, Calvin and Hobbes are talking about the New Year when Calvin says, “I’m getting disillusioned with these new years. They don’t seem very new at all. Each New Year is just like the old year. Here another year has gone by and everything’s still ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Are You Becoming

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,675 views

    A new years sermon encouraging reflection and intentionality in our development. not really one passage of Scripture, but many examples.

    Who are you becoming? Amidst the roar of preparations to celebrate the new year, century, and millennium, have you had the chance to stop and reflect on who you are becoming? The celebrations are finished. The last of the crowds at Time Square have gone home and now the street cleaners are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Manny Salva Cruz avatar

    Developing The Attitude Of Steadfastness Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jan 17, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 18,406 views

    Faithfulness is finishing the race under normal circumstance while steadfastness is finishing the race even under very difficult circumstances. In this message we will learn some great advice from Joshua on how to develop the attitude of steadfastness.

    SCRIPTURE READING: Joshua 23: 6 “Be very strong; be careful to obey all that is written in the Book of the Law of Moses, without turning aside to the right or to the left. 7 Do not associate with these nations that remain among you; do not invoke the names of their gods or swear by them. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Developing A Servants Heart

    Contributed by Chris Beam on Feb 4, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,078 views

    As Christians, we have a responsibility to serve (physically and spiritually) - both at home and abroad. If we want for our world to know Jesus like we do, then we need to serve and sacrifice like he did.

    Developing a SERVANTS Heart Mark 10:43-45 INTRO. This morning, I want to share a message with you in acrostic form about what the are youth are doing today…which is being a SERVANT. As Christians, we have a responsibility to serve (physically and spiritually) - both at home and abroad. If we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing True Love Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 9, 2018
     | 4,063 views

    This is message 33 in our journey through John's gospel. This is the last in an expanded exploration of true love. This message explores Paul's prayer for God's fullness in Ephesians 3:14-19. I call it the "Staircase to Fullness".

    Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Walking in God’s Fullness” "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.By this(mutual love) all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another." John ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance