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  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    The Supernatural Power Of The King, Part 1 (Matthew 8: 1-22)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 31, 2024
     | 335 views

    Matthew, Chapter 8 describes the power of the Lord Jesus to heal the sick, cast out demons, and to show that following Him involves a cost that few are willing to pay.

    Matthew 8: 1-4 - Jesus Cleanses a Leper Chapter 13 of the book of Leviticus gives the instructions on handling the disease of leprosy. Leprosy was a slow, lingering form of death on whoever caught it, with one of the consequences being permanently isolated from friends, family, and society. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    The Cost Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 12, 2020
     | 18,584 views

    Billy Graham used to say: "Salvation is free, but discipleship will cost you everything." That is an accurate expression of the teachings of Jesus on the cost of discipleship. In this sermon, we explore what it means to pay the cost of discipleship.

    A. I like the old classic joke about the chicken and the pig who were talking about going into business. 1. The chicken says: “Hey Pig, we should open a restaurant.” The pig replies: “I’m not sure, what would we call it?” 2. The chicken answers: “What if we called it ‘Ham and Eggs’?” The pig ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    The True Costs And Benefits Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 5, 2006
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     | 4,407 views

    What does it take to be a disciple of Jesus Christ? What does it mean to take up your cross and follow Him. It may be different than you think.

    Two of the major reasons marriages fail are 1) a failure to leave or 2) a failure to cleave. If a husband or wife is so burdened by their family of origin, or are literally shackled by their parents and unable to form a new life with their husband, the marriage is in jeopardy. Or if they leave ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Tim Diack avatar

    The Cost Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011
     | 4,676 views

    Scripture tells us that "everyone who wants to live a godly life will be persecuted." Jesus tells us that there is a blessing in the persecution. How can that possibly be? Includes a Communion Service.

    The Cost of the Cross - Matthew 5:10-12 - September 21, 2011 Series: Kingdom Life - A World Turned Upside Down #8 300,000. Folks, right now that’s nothing but a number to you. And as a number it does not convey any particular significance whatsoever. For that number to have any ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Not A Fan, But A Follower

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 24, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 21,340 views

    An exploration of Jesus’ call to discipleship.

    “If anyone would come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake and the gospel’s will save it. For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul? For what can a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    It’s Worth The Cost

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 27, 2022
     | 3,548 views

    If we are truly going to be Jesus’ disciple, there will be a cost involved. And for those willing to make that sacrifice, God will be able to pour out His power and glory through that person.

    Please turn with me to Luke 14. Sometimes when I say the word “Luke” I want to go all Star Wars! L-U-K-E. (Laughter) The more I spend time in the gospels, the more I see that what Jesus asks of us, He has already had to do Himself. When Jesus taught what He taught, He not only spoke from a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Carl Willis avatar

    You've Gotta See This!!! Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2008
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     | 5,244 views

    Crowds were not only coming to see Jesus, but following Him as well.

    You’ve Gotta See This!!! Mark 3:7-12 Mark 3:7-8a (HCSB) Jesus departed with His disciples to the sea, and a great multitude followed from Galilee, Judea, Jerusalem, Idumea, beyond the Jordan, and around Tyre and Sidon. Gaining a Following * Coming and going * Crowds were coming to see Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Following Christ

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 22, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,992 views

    When we consider what Christ desires from us we feel uneasy. Our relationship with Him affects all our other relationships ... For some of us these demands may seem too hard to achieve. We are afraid of whole-hearted obedience to Christ will cost us.

    Opening illustration: S. I. McMillen, in his book None of These Diseases, tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the question on the application blank that asked, "Are you a leader?" Being both honest and conscientious, she wrote, "No," and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Following At A Distance

    Contributed by Maria Saunders on Aug 29, 2013
     | 10,542 views

    Too many believers are solely a follower and not a disciple of Christ, they do not build and strengthen the church. Oh yes, they come to church but there participation in the works of the church is at a distance.

    Last week we learned that all believers of Jesus Christ are joined as one Body in Christ through the Spirit of God. We learned that each member is vital to the church and thus every member has a responsibility to the church in carrying out Jesus continuous work of redemption. As I read ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Follow Jesus: Sacrificial Servanthood Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 28, 2025
     | 127 views

    What comes to your mind when you hear the word “sacrificial”? Do you serve God faithfully while maintaining a healthy lifestyle and healthy relationship with Him? Get ready to learn how to fulfill our call to serve sacrificially without sacrificing what God never intended us to sacrifice!

    Follow JESUS: Sacrificial Servanthood Mark 10:32-45 We continue our mini-series on servanthood. This is really a sequel, since there are only two messages. Last week, sustainable servanthood, and today, sacrificial servanthood. Both messages are a part of the bigger church annual theme: ...read more

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    Riches In Heaven PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,011 views

    Challenge believers to prioritize eternal riches over worldly possessions and to understand the cost of truly following Jesus.

    Good morning, Church! I hope you all are filled with the Spirit today. We will be delving into a powerful passage from the book of Matthew today, a passage that challenges us to reflect on our lives and the choices we make in our pursuit of God's Kingdom. It's about recognizing the cost of ...read more

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  • Brian Bill avatar

    Follow Jesus By Obeying Him Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 15, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,143 views

    A disciple is one who follows Jesus no matter what.

    Video: That’s My King I’ve watched this video many times over the years, and we’ve played it a couple times in services as well. It’s from a sermon by Shadrach Meshach Lockridge (isn’t that the best biblical name ever?). Different sections jump out at me each time… I wish I could describe Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Fan Follower Or Disciple?

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024
     | 851 views

    The cost of being a disciple is very high so are the stakes. If you are so, then for starters are you being Christ’s hands, feet, ears and hands? Are you …?

    Opening illustration: Watch a video clip on Follower or Disciple. Introduction: In Luke 9: 23 it says, “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow me.” I think many of you will usher this word, because you are ready to move to a different level of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith To Follow

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 30, 2008
     | 2,646 views

    Wearing a cross should symbolize the fact that we are wrong, that Christ Jesus is right and we are in submission to Him.

    Matthew 16: 21-28 / Faith To Follow Intro: A physician told this about her 4-year-old daughter. One day on the way to preschool, the doctor left her stethoscope on the car seat. He little girl picket is up and began playing with it. The mom tried to remain calm although she was extremely ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    An Example To Follow Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 2, 2012
     | 7,050 views

    Following Jesus, sacrifice, example

    AN EXAMPLE TO FOLLOW 1 Peter 2:21-25 (p858) Dec. 12, 2010 INTRODUCTION: I walked into my bedroom the other day to find Xzavier my three year old grandson putting on my shoes. I said, "Little Toot" …what are you doing? And he said, I'm gonna wear Papaw's shoes…I said, "go for it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ