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  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Self-Denial"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 9, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 17,507 views

    Self-Denial means freedom to follow Christ.

    Luke 9:23-25 “Self-Denial” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkvieew-umc.org Self-Denial is not something that we talk a whole lot about these days, but I am convinced that it is the key—not only to our eternal salvation—but also to our ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Wedding Crasher

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018
     | 9,023 views

    Friend you can wear no other garment to the wedding except the righteousness of Jesus. Confess your sins and be baptised then profess your faith and seek a closer walk with the Lord. Those not clothed in wedding garments are cast out into outer darkness.

    The Wedding Crasher Matthew 22:1-14 Summer is a time for weddings and often Jesus attendance at the wedding in Canaan gets mentioned. We see in John’s gospel that Jesus His mother Mary and the disciples were all invited guests. The guest list is one of the most difficult things for an ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus Prays For His Disciples

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 7, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,434 views

    How dedicated are we in following the example of Jesus Christ?

    John 17:6-19 Jesus Prays for His Disciples Verse 6 begins the second part of Jesus’ prayer after His final sermon to the 11. Jesus first prayed for Himself, that He would bear up under what was to come. But this is parayer meant to be heard by the disciples as well. The disciple when facing ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    To Count The Cost Series

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 16, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,353 views

    A look at the cost of following Jesus.

    Series: The Parables of Christ Topic: To Count The Cost February 17, 2002 Luke 14:25-35 Introduction: Ill-commercials for products -build up products -add bonus products/ features -then "How much would you expect to pay?" -finally "Just 3 easy payments of $$$" -car/truck ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Discipleship

    Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 23, 2002
    based on 77 ratings
     | 21,356 views

    What It Means To Follow Jesus.

    Discipleship HHM Pastor Jim Parisi June 2, 2002 What It Means To Follow Jesus: Luke 14:25-33 25 Now great multitudes went with Him. And He turned and said to them, 26 "If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his father and mother, wife and children, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael DePhillips avatar

    Too High A Price

    Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,413 views

    Consider the cost of following Jesus

    " TOO HIGH A PRICE!" MARK 5:2-20 FOCUS ON 14-17 I wonder if we ever really consider the cost of following Jesus? We may see numerous people come forward and kneel down and ask for salvation but do we really consider the cost of following JESUS? When I got saved the only thing that I knew was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Davis avatar

    What It Takes To Be Christ's Disciple

    Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,490 views

    Learning how to follow Jesus.

    What It Takes To Be Christ’s Disciples John 17:6-10 INTRO: Read Text ‒ What is a “disciple?” What is involved in being a disciple of Jesus? ‒ “Disciple” in N.T from the root word for “mathematics.” Means a learner, or a pupil. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking By Faith

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,006 views

    Abraham followed God in faith.

    Stand and greet others who are either (leave your comfort zone) three or more rows directly in front or behind them, or at the opposite side of the worship area. Have them form groups of between four and six within their immediate area and discuss these questions: What’s the wildest ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Passing On The Torch Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 13,115 views

    passig on the torch to the generation to follow

    HANDING ON THE TORCH – I CHRONICLES 28 Last words are often recorded for posterity. We sometimes lay great store by last words. Some are amusing and some are not. Apparently Oscar Wilde said ‘Either the wallpaper goes, or I do.’ Rudolph Valentino was supposed to have said ‘Don’t pull down the ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Carl Willis avatar

    The Cost Of Being A Disciple

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,968 views

    There is great expense in following Christ.

    Being a Disciple Luke 14:26-27 I. There is great expense to being a disciple A. You have to love Christ more than those around you. 1. Christ must be the first priority for you. 2. Do you express more love to your family than you do to God? 3. Would you lay down your life for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prayer- The Lord Jesus' Style

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 23, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 3,157 views

    To be inspired to follow Jesus in prayer.

    Prayer – the Lord Jesus’ style By Andrew Chan, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Vancouver, BC Intro: Ever wonder the way Jesus prayed? This outline of this sermon is inspired from reading a little book I got a long time ago in a second hand book store. It is called Sense and Nonsense about Prayer. I trust ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Wesley Bishop avatar

    Choose Your Side Series

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 22, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 8,527 views

    This is about choosing to follow God.

    We have so many CHOICES. Cereals, soaps, cars. The Model-T was offered only in black. Minor choices: socks, Coke or Pepsi, car color. Major choices: marriage, career, where to live. Give a brief history of exodus and conquest. Read Joshua 24:14-18. The people were faced with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Paul Decker avatar

    I Pledge Allegiance Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 13, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 23,114 views

    Be absolutely dedicated to following God.

    I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE I Kings 18.1-46 S: Change C: Commitment Th: Choose the Fire Pr: BE ABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO FOLLOWING GOD. Type: Inductive Challenge I. Trust God [showdown] II. Worship God alone [no syncretism] III. Sincerity is overrated [false prophets] IV. Acknowledge your high calling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Christian Baptism =christian Discipleship

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 7, 2008
     | 3,634 views

    To follow Chist is to get into the wheelbarrow!!

    Proverbs 3: 1-24 1 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, 2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity. 3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    A Person Of Vision Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jun 16, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 28,358 views

    following God’s vision

    Nehemiah had a Passion for the people of Israel Nehemiah Prayed He recognized God for who He is He repented of Sins He reminded God of His promises He requested specific help He did not let his Position hinder him Slide 1 We got back from our vacation earlier in the week. It was quite a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational