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  • Chuck Sligh avatar

    “disciple” (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 24, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,256 views

    Part 2 of a sermon on the name for the people of God, "Disciple." This study discusses three characteristics of true disciples.

    “Disciple” (Part 2) Series: Names for the People of GodA Chuck Sligh April 24, 2016 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request from me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Open Bibles to John 8 INTRODUCTION Illus. – Did you know that Walt Disney ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Prayed For Those He Loved Series

    Contributed by Robert Galasso on Mar 9, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,083 views

    As Jesus prayed with great passion in the garden for his disciples, that same prayer was for all of those who would follow him.

    Introduction: Our Lord was about to go through a great trial of horror on the cross and yet, he took the time in the middle of his own agony to lift up in earnest prayer to his Father the needs of his followers. Jesus prayed for his disciples, including those of us who follow him today. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Unusual Easter Text: The Ascended Jesus

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,410 views

    If we can get a glimpse of Who Jesus is in all His majesty, we would be more zealous to follow Him.

    An Unusual Easter Text: The Ascended Jesus (Revelation 1:12-18) 1. Some things are too good to be believable. 2. Here is an actual quotation from a supervisor at 3M who was speaking to an employee who had quickly solved a long-standing problem: "Doing it right is no excuse for not meeting the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Mission Minded Mercy Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014
     | 4,569 views

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Mission Minded Mercy

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Mission Minded Mercy Luke 19:41-44 May 30, 2010 Jesus’ weeping over Jerusalem is his response to his entry into Jerusalem. The crowd cheers because they think they have a military and political leader; Jesus sheds tears because they have and will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Assessing The Situation Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 6, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,955 views

    Building God's people requires both dependent praying and deliberate planning

    Our mission as a church is to develop mature disciples who follow, serve and proclaim Jesus as Messiah. And since that mission statement was developed based on a careful consideration of the Scriptures, it ought to be something that we all agree on. But when it comes to how to actually accomplish ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Jesus Came Into The World

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Apr 2, 2016
     | 5,283 views

    There certainly were vital reasons why Jesus left heaven -a beautiful place with no trials, troubles, sickness or cares and came into a world of woe. We suggest the following reasons -

    WHY JESUS CAME INTO THE WORLD II Corinthians 8:9 INTRODUCTION: There certainly were vital reasons why Jesus left heaven -a beautiful place with no trials, troubles, sickness or cares and came into a world of woe. We suggest the following reasons - I. TO FULFILL THE LAW Matthew 5: 17 Think not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Conditioning In Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016
     | 10,137 views

    Many believers suffer "burn-out" or from lack of preparation. Like any other pursuit, if we are to be effective in service, we must make the proper preparations and condition ourselves spiritually.

    The Conditioning in Discipleship 1 Corinthians 9: 24-27 Over the past several weeks we have been discussing discipleship and what the Scripture reveals about being a disciple of Christ. I am convinced the Lord desires every believer to be a disciple, but discipleship is not immediate following ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does It Mean To Follow In His Steps?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jul 21, 2024
     | 900 views

    What does it mean to follow, will we suffer, will we learn anything, and how do we follow?

    What Does It Mean to Follow in His Steps? 1 Peter 2:21-25 (21) Obeying Authority: In 1 Peter 2:11-25, Peter writes that Christians are to submit to those in power. He uncovers God's will for the individuals who are free in Christ: to enthusiastically submit to each human authoritative figure ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Mar 4, 2008
    based on 58 ratings
     | 72,896 views

    The disciple is to utterly disown himself, to refuse to acknowledge the self of the old man.

    Series: Demands of Christ TAKE UP YOUR CROSS AND FOLLOW ME Matthew 16:24-27 (John Hamby, Sermon: The Demands of Discipleship, Mt16:24-27,SermonCentral) We live in a day of "casual Christianity." I heard someone recently say that the average church could drop one fourth of its members from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Death & Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015
     | 6,055 views

    The call to be salty is a call for us to persevere as real disciples, who are inwardly pure. Who’ve held nothing back in following Jesus. It’s a call for us to be real disciples who welcome others and who glory in each other’s success.

    This morning we remember those who served, and who gave their lives, in not just the Great War, but in all wars. We remember and give thanks for their dedication and service, their bravery and commitment. I know there are some here who have lost friends or family to war, or who have experienced ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "becoming Who We Are"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 22, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,201 views

    A sermon for Epiphany.

    “Becoming Who We Are” Matthew 2:1-12 What a journey it must have been for those who first followed that star. For they had, no doubt, risked their fortunes and their reputations to travel so far --- only to have their purposes nearly foiled and their lives threatened by a paranoid ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Homelessness

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 23, 2025
     | 320 views

    Jesus chose to live a nomadic lifestyle to reach people.

    Luke 9:57-62 The cost of following Jesus Jesus homeless 1. Early on Jesus had a home • Jesus' Childhood Home: • Jesus grew up in Nazareth, with Joseph and Mary • This indicates he experienced a period of stability and security before his public life. 2. Homeless face struggles ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Listen 1: "the Call To Cast" Series

    Contributed by Lynn Sims on Apr 28, 2025
     | 454 views

    Jesus doesn’t wait for perfect people. He walks right into our daily lives, invites us into something greater, and says, “Follow Me.”

    Fishing for Men - Series Listen #1: The Call to Cast Matthew 4:18–20 (KJV) 18 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers. 19 And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Following God’s Mission For Kingdom Expansion Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 11, 2023
     | 3,290 views

    The persecution forced the church to decisions that would unlock the full potential of the Church in terms of scope, efficiency, and effectiveness. The Church at Jerusalem became the Church on the move. We are a part of that movement.

    Sermon: Following God’s Mission For Kingdom Expansion Scripture: Acts 8:1-8 “Saul was one of the witnesses, and he agreed completely with the killing of Stephen. A great wave of persecution began that day, sweeping over the church in Jerusalem; and all the believers except the apostles were ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Parables Of The Hidden Treasure And Pearl Of Great Price

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 20, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,789 views

    Christianity is not a religion but far more like a marraige. It demands you ALL

    Sermon Story: I remember hearing a discussion on Radio Humberside about 10 years ago about the Toronto blessing. The Toronto Blessing was a powerful move of God in a Vineyard Church at the end of the runway at Toronto International Airport. People were crying and laughing in the services as God ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican