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    True Disciples Of Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023
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     | 1,038 views

    This sermon explores the radical call to discipleship, emphasizing self-denial, cross-bearing, and following Jesus, regardless of the cost, for the glory of God.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. I am so grateful to be here with you today, sharing the warmth of fellowship and the light of God's Word. Isn't it wonderful to gather together, to lift our voices in praise, to bow our hearts in prayer, and to open our minds to the wisdom of the Holy ...read more

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    Counting The Cost (Part 1)

    Contributed by David Derry on Jan 20, 2003
    based on 278 ratings
     | 23,676 views

    Have we really counted the cost of following Christ? He requires us to surrender everything to be His follower.

    Counting the Cost – Part 1 January 12, 2003 Today we will be talking about being a disciple or follower of Christ. Do we fully understand what that means? The following are actual responses from comment cards given to staff members of a wilderness recreation area… 1. trails need to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cost Of Being A Disciple

    Contributed by Mark Engler on Sep 28, 2017
     | 11,259 views

    What I see from reading the Bible of those who were serving the Lord they had difficulty because they were Christians doing the will of God. Being a disciple does and will cost you something.

    Cost of Being a Disciple Luke 14:25-35 ME Last week Maria and I went back to Parkview Christian Church in Sedalia, MO. It is always good to go back there because we have so many friends there. Parkview is the church were we were before I went into the ministry. I served in many different areas ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Title: Follow Me And Take Your Cross: The Cost And Blessings Of Following Christ Series

    Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jun 23, 2023
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     | 2,200 views

    Let us reflect on the choice between the world and the Word, find solace in the peace found in God's embrace, and examine the sacrifice required of us as followers of Christ.

    Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, today we gather to explore the profound call of Jesus to follow Him and take up our cross. As we delve into the Word of God, we will discover both the blessings and the challenges that come with following Christ. Let us reflect on the choice between the ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Follow Me Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 7, 2022
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     | 3,482 views

    In this message we will talk about the 'ME' we are called to follow, and what it means to actually follow after Him.

    “Follow ME” Matthew 4:12-25 DISMISS GROVE KIDZ MGCC – welcome to, The Gospel of Matthew, ‘The King and His Kingdom,’ week #7. NOW – this morning we are going to unpack, chapter 4 verses 12-25, in a conversation that I am calling, “Follow ME” Show Video “Follow” OKAY – let’s do this, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Follow On

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 1, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,487 views

    Luke 9:57-62 contains three brief snapshots taken as Jesus walked along the road. A few verses earlier we learn that Jesus “STEADFASTLY” set out for Jerusalem (Luke 9:51). He was determined to go there even though He knew what awaited Him. Since He was

    FOLLOW OR NOT Luke 9:57-62 Luke 9:57-62 contains three brief snapshots taken as Jesus walked along the road. A few verses earlier we learn that Jesus “STEADFASTLY” set out for Jerusalem (Luke 9:51). He was determined to go there even though He knew what awaited Him. Since He was the Son of God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cost Of A Shipwreck

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
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    You know you have to pity the lost person friends. They reject Jesus for the world and then lose the world.

    THE COST OF A SHIPWRECK Acts 27: 14 Last week we looked around the subject of how to survive a shipwreck. We covered some things that will cause your ship to sink. This morning I want to talk about the cost of a shipwreck. Remember now Paul was a prisoner and they put him on a ship to go to Rome. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cost Of Compassion

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 2, 2025
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    In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus uses the Parable of the Good Samaritan to illustrate the boundless, all encompassing love and compassion required to inherit eternal life.

    Introduction and Context: • The Exchange Between Jesus and the Lawyer (Luke 10:25-29): o A lawyer tests Jesus, asking, “What shall I do to inherit eternal life?” (v. 25). o Jesus responds with a question, appealing to the Law. The lawyer recites the two great commandments (v. 27). o Seeking to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Jesus Is Number One

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 16, 2015
     | 5,150 views

    Jesus does not promise us material wealth if we follow him, but he promises us a wealth beyond anything we can dream of in terms of material goods. His wealth is the wealth of the Holy Spirit and the wealth of heaven. God and Christ are willing to share.

    You might be familiar with the term day-trader. A day-trader is a high-risk investor who jumps in and out of the stock marker often many times a day to take advantage of small price changes. Day traders usually do not have any interest in the companies whose stock they are buying. These people are ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Counting The Cost (Part 2)

    Contributed by David Derry on Jan 20, 2003
    based on 99 ratings
     | 10,293 views

    God does not expect His followers to be perfect. Otherwise He would not have chosen the 12 disciples that He did. They were not perfect, but they were willing to follow, and learn. Are we willing to follow Christ completely?

    Counting the Cost – Part 2 January 19, 2003 Here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by US Air Force pilots and the replies from the maintenance crews: Problem: Left inside main tire almost needs replaced. Solution: Almost replaced left inside main tire. Problem: Something loose in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You A Follower Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 1, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,738 views

    Pray this, take this class, give this much money. Christianity has been minimized to a one time prayer, an occasional Bible study, and a regular monetary donation. What did Jesus really invite us to? Radical discipleship. Radical commitment. He dindn

    Intro: With Rob Bell, pastor of Mars Hill Church in Michigan and his seemingly Universalist claims that everyone will be saved. It seems more and more the Gospel message is being muddled and what it really means to be a believer is misunderstood. From the time I was young I remember hearing just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Crucified Followers Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 23, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,151 views

    In this message we will see that the church Jesus intended is made not of fans, but crucified followers.

    Crucified Followers #BecomingTheChurchHeIntended Francis Chan opens up the 7th chapter of his book letters to the church with this Scripture I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Losing To Live: The Paradox At The Heart Of Following Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 12, 2026
    based on 2 ratings
     | 239 views

    In a culture that prizes comfort, Jesus calls us to the cross. In a society addicted to convenience, Jesus calls us to costly obedience. In an age of self-expression, Jesus calls us to self-denial.

    Losing to Live: The Paradox at the Heart of Following Jesus – Mark 8:35 (NLT) Introduction: The Great Reversal We live in a world obsessed with self-preservation. Protect your brand. Build your platform. Secure your future. Save your life at all costs. From social media profiles to pension ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Follow: Encountering Jesus In The Gospel Of Luke Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 16, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 225 views

    Luke writes with precision, compassion, and detail. Luke wants us to be certain. Certain about Jesus. Certain about salvation. Certain about the Gospel.

    Go! And Follow: Encountering Jesus in the Gospel of Luke Introduction Church, let me begin with a picture. Imagine you’re walking through a gallery filled with portraits of Jesus. Each portrait is beautiful, each shows Him in a slightly different light. Matthew paints Jesus as the promised King. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Follow Me Series

    Contributed by Joel Preston on Jul 24, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,348 views

    Jesus had been teaching his disciples for about 2 years. He had been preparing his disciples for this private meeting at which he intended to reveal to them what would happen to him at Jerusalem. He had given hints along the way, but now he would explain

    The Gospel of Mark #21 – “Follow Me” Mark 8:27-38 Intro – 1. Have you ever been asked a tough question? I mean the type of question that has intense ramifications on your immediate future. The type of questions where you know the wrong answer could have severe ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free