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  • Michael Koplitz avatar

    Hierarchy And Discipleship

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 5, 2021
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    Jesus did not want heirarchy. He was quite clear about this. Yet the church has a huge hierarchy. Why?

    Hierarchy and Discipleship Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 10:35-45 35 James and John, the two sons of Zebedee, came up to Jesus, saying, “Teacher, we want You to do for us whatever we ask of You.” 36 And He said to them, “What do you want Me to do for you?” 37 They said to Him, “Grant that we ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Doxology Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 28, 2024
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    How to practice praise in your life and in the church.

    “The Doxology of Discipleship” Psalm 150:1-6 1Praise ye the Lord. Praise God in his sanctuary: praise him in the firmament of his power. 2 Praise him for his mighty acts: praise him according to his excellent greatness. 3 Praise him with the sound of the trumpet: praise him with the psaltery and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Call To Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024
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    This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

    GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION THE CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP A. Mark 1:14-20 (READ) 1. How many of you like to FISH. (I know we have some avid fishermen in this church.) ILLUSTRATION: I used to FISH quite a bit when I was younger, but hardly ever anymore (last time was with Don ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Struggles Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 15, 2024
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    We have been studying aspects of daily discipleship. By now we know that discipleship is not simply church attendance. It involves a life that has been changed by following our Master, Jesus.

    THE STRUGGLES OF DISCIPLESHIP Introduction We have been studying aspects of daily discipleship. By now we know that discipleship is not simply church attendance. It involves a life that has been changed by following our Master, Jesus. He taught us the foundational principles in the Beatitudes. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Cost Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 7, 2025
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    Discipleship is not just about following Christ; it comes with a cost. Jesus made it clear that those who follow Him must be ready to deny themselves, take up their cross, and prioritise His kingdom above all else.

    THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 14:25-33 Supporting Texts: Matthew 16:24-26, Philippians 3:7-8, Mark 10:28-30, 2 Timothy 3:12 INTRODUCTION: Discipleship is not just about following Christ; it comes with a cost. Jesus made it clear that those who follow Him must ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Discipleship Is A Process Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 1, 2021
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    God providentially works through people in process to accomplish His purposes.

    Caleb Greggsen pastors an English-speaking church in Central Asia. Recently, he wrote an intriguing article called Friendship: The Foundation of Paul’s Global Ministry in which he wrote: “One of Paul’s most consistent values may surprise us: friendship…consider how in nearly every letter, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discipleship Defined Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 3, 2021
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    A disciple is a believer who lovingly follows Jesus and intentionally helps others follow Him.

    Discipleship Defined Matthew 28:16-20 Rev. Brian Bill January 2-3, 2021 Recently Beth and I spent time going through some boxes in our basement. I came across a number of prayer journals I’ve recorded over the years. As I was flipping through one from 2004, I found something I wrote on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cost Of Discipleship.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 1, 2022
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     | 1,631 views

    Let us not be of those who draw back.

    THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP. John 6:60-71. JOHN 6:60. “Many therefore of His disciples, when they had heard this, said, This is an hard saying; who can hear it?” Many “disciples,” who had been following Jesus for a season, were now beginning to turn back. All this talk about eating His flesh – ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Generational Discipleship

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 8, 2022
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    Building a legacy though discipling our childr.

    “Generational Discipleship” 2 Tim 1:1-7, 3:10-17 1 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the promise of life which is in Christ Jesus, 2 To Timothy, my dearly beloved son: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. 3 I thank God, whom I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Necessity Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 22, 2024
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    Based on Colossian 1:28-29 - Helps hearers understand the components of personal discipleship.

    “THE NECESSITY OF DISCIPLESHIP” Col. 1:28-29 FBCF – 1/21/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – 1996 – Fulfilled childhood dream of becoming a firefighter. I joined a fire dept. First 90 days – probationary firefighter – Wore an orange vest which identified me as someone who didn’t know anything about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cost Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Wala-Neh Labala on Aug 14, 2022
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    What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus Christ and what will it cost you? In this sermon we learned that denying our selves, taking up our cross, and following Jesus, means letting go of self-preservation, self-determination, and self-identity.

    ********************************************************* THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP Scripture Reading: “From that time on Jesus began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and that He must be killed and on ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Call To Discipleship PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023
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    Explores Jesus' call to Peter and Andrew, their immediate response, and how we can similarly respond to God's call in our lives.

    Good morning, my friends! It's a joy to see each and every one of you here today. We're gathered here not just as a congregation, but as a family, bound together by our shared faith and love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Let's start off by reading our Scripture passage for today, straight from the ...read more

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    Are You Gaining Or Losing? Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 10, 2003
    based on 129 ratings
     | 22,389 views

    In losing life for the sake of Christ and the gospel we gain life. Do you live by cheap grace or costly grace? Have you counted the cost of true discipleship?

    Sermon for 2 Lent Yr B, 16/03/2003 Based on Mk. 8: 31-38 "Are you losing or gaining?" Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Someone (I’ve unfortunately lost the source) tells the following humorous story: When Ole quit farming, he discovered that he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross

    Contributed by Richard Deem on Oct 9, 2006
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    It is important to understand that God has freely given us salvation. It was paid for by the cross of Christ. Along with this salvation comes discipleship. Jesus said if you are going to be His disciple, you have to bear your cross.

    Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross (Note: This message was preached at a special School of Ministry/Congress on Leadership convened in Panama City, Republic of Panama) I consider it a great privilege to be invited to be part of this School of Ministry and Congress on Leadership. I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Faithful Servants (A Sermon On Luke 12:35-40)

    Contributed by David Smith on Feb 26, 2008
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     | 4,234 views

    Following Jesus: It’s long hours, hard work, costly, and a little bit crazy, but would we ever consider changing positions and serving someone else? Not a chance! ...

    I thought that I finally had a totally positive sermon for you today! I’ve been under rather trenchant criticism of late for repeatedly giving sermons focused on the theme of judgement and on the hard path of discipleship, and I admit that I have been looking for that text, "Come to me, all ye who ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican