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  • Finding Lost Preachers Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 13, 2015
     | 5,145 views

    Onesiphorus, a bold Christian who is otherwise unknown to us today, serves as a model of courage when he seeks out the imprisoned Apostle, Paul.

    “May the Lord grant mercy to the household of Onesiphorus, for he often refreshed me and was not ashamed of my chains, but when he arrived in Rome he searched for me earnestly and found me—may the Lord grant him to find mercy from the Lord on that Day!—and you well know all the ...read more

  • For The Duration

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 4, 2023
     | 678 views

    The cost of discipleship is high because nothing good comes cheap.

    Anybody planning on moving to Florida soon? Just when you thought California was going to be the new hurricane central, Idalia came back and reinstated Florida as number one. It wasn’t as bad as Hurricane Ian, but it was bad enough. And yet a lot of people still dream of retiring to Florida. I’ll ...read more

  • Buy The Truth (Proverbs 23:23)

    Contributed by Don Campbell on May 30, 2024
     | 1,042 views

    The text will be explored in two sermons: One, Buying Truth; Two, Not Selling Truth

    BUY THE TRUTH AND SELL IT NOT Proverbs 23:23 INTRODUCTION A. All truth is God’s truth, whether scientific, philosophical, historical, political, or theological. 1. Some truths are self-evident. 2. Some truths are elusive. 2. Some “truths” are falsified—alternate facts. 3. Some “truths” ...read more

  • Your God Will Be My God Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 1, 2025
     | 324 views

    The story of Ruth shows us the blessings of devotion. Ruth’s devotion to Naomi, and as a result, her devotion to Naomi’s God.

    Your God Will Be My God Text: Ruth 1:6-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: “Always remember the essence of Christian holiness is simplicity and purity: One design, one desire: entire devotion to God” (John Wesley). 2. The story of Ruth shows us the blessings of devotion. Ruth’s devotion to Naomi, and ...read more

  • Putting Christ Last

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 19, 2022
     | 1,396 views

    Why is it that too often people have put, or they are putting Christ last? Here the questions are asked about the requirements for following Jesus, not the way to salvation. The cost of discipleship is brought out in this passage of scripture.

    Why is it that too often people have put, or they are putting Christ last? Here the questions are asked about the requirements for following Jesus, not the way to salvation. The cost of discipleship is brought out in this passage of scripture. In verses 57-58: The first man is impulsive. He ...read more

  • Desiring A True Move Of God

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Apr 8, 2001
    based on 156 ratings
     | 16,139 views

    If we want to see a move of God, then there is a cost. Many cry out for a move but will not pay the price. God is waiting on us.

    04/08/2001 Desiring A True Move of God 2 Chr 7:14 “if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.  A direct word for the church in these ...read more

  • The Proof Is In The "Putting" Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 11, 2016
     | 5,225 views

    Jesus offers us a costly freedom from our enslavement to sin. It cost his life and ours. When we live obedient lives, we learn the truth of God and enjoy his freedom. The proof of our discipleship is seen by what we "put off" and "put on" in our lives.

    1. Braveheart In the movie Braveheart Mel Gibson plays the role of a man from Scotland whose name was William Wallace. Wallace was trying to win Scotland's freedom from the cruel rule of the King of England, Longshank. His hatred for both Scotland and Wallace grew as Wallace won many victories ...read more

  • Why Should I Live Like A Christian?

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,123 views

    Living the real christian life is tough and thus requires the proper motivation to stay true: the cost, consequences, and character of salvation.

    WHY I SHOULD LIVE AS A CHRISTIAN Introduction: Tonight I want to focus on one question. I used to think it was simple, until could never find an answer. I eventually decided that when I became a wise and all knowing senior pastor, I would discover the answer. Now that I’m a senior ...read more

  • The High Cost Of Being Too Busy

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 28, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 13,703 views

    This message urges each one of us to take a look at our priorities. Are we at peace with God and our self?

    Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35 – 43 Title: “The High Cost of Being Too Busy” Introduction: Ahab inherited the kingship over Israel when his father died. Ahab’s name is associated with evil royalty because of the way he lived. Ahab married Jezebel who was even more wicked than him. Ahab set up altars for ...read more

  • Hell: The Place To Avoid At All Costs Series

    Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 3, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,052 views

    The second in a series on gaining an eternal perspective on life.

    Introduction: 1. The famous preacher John Killinger & his wife attended a small country funeral where the pastor got up & for most of the 15 minute sermon talked about the horrors of hell & how tragic it was that the deceased was probably there at that very moment. When they left John complained ...read more

  • How Much Does The Gift Cost?

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Dec 22, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,001 views

    This sermon looks at the cost of the real gift of Christmas.

    How Much Does The Gift Cost? Matthew 1:18 - 20 Luke 4:16-29, Mark 3:21, Matthew 1:24 - 25, Matthew 2:13-15, Luke 2:43-46, Luke 22:44, Matthew 28:19, Mark 16:15, Luke, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:32, December 15, 2003 I. A lot of the time when we think about Christmas we think about the benefits, but ...read more

  • The Real Cost Of Discipleship – Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Warren Lamb on Oct 29, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,252 views

    Being in contact with the cleansing fire from Jesus Christ is supposed to set us ablaze with love for Him, for the things of heaven, and for the salvation that He has bought for us. It is supposed to consume our thoughts and our emotions. It is supposed t

    I want to start today with a little object lesson if I may. In this dish I have a crumpled piece of newspaper. I am going to set fire to it. See how quickly the flame consumes the paper? I have to drop it back into the dish if I’m going to keep from getting burned, don’t I? Okay, now what has ...read more

  • What Cost You To Be Christ's Disciple? Series

    Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Sep 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,105 views

    Jesus Christ makes some radical demands on His followers. He put some tough standard to be one of His disciples. Jesus Christ doesn’t want to lower His standard.

    What Cost you to be Christ’s Disciple? Luke 9:57-62 August 26, 2007 Sermon series: Following Christ Introduction In our first sermon in our series, Following Christ, we have learned of what does it means to live for Christ. We have been told that to live for Christ is to Place Christ above all ...read more

  • Life Assurance: The High Cost/ The Premium Series

    Contributed by Nathan Hyde on Aug 10, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,923 views

    Salvation is a need we all have, and Jesus guarantees it--forever--if we trust in His payment for our sin.

    Life Assurance The High Cost—the Premium You never know what will happen next. Since our lives are full of the unexpected, one of the keys to a successful and fulfilling life is being as prepared as possible. Most of our vehicles come with a spare tire—just in case. We try to sock away money ...read more

  • How Much Does Worship Cost? Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Jan 16, 2006
    based on 51 ratings
     | 12,721 views

    This describes Jesus’ cleansing of the Temple, and why He did it: because the leaders were making worship too hard, and too easy.

    John 2:13-25 – How Much Does Worship Cost? We started this passage this morning, but I felt as though I needed another message to give you a better idea of what was happening. This morning dealt with Jesus’ personality and response to injustice. This morning we saw that Jesus was a social ...read more