Sermons on High Cost Of Idolatry:

Being A Disciple

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 3, 2022

There is a distinct difference between being a member of a church and being a disciple.

Being A Disciple – Luke 14: 25 - 33 Intro: I am going to propose to the Session to initiate three new provisions for continued membership in First Presbyterian Church. Those wishing to be members must: 1) submit to the Administration Committee a copy of your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beyond Comfort And Convenience Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 10, 2025

This is the 35th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#35] BEYOND COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE Luke 9:51-62 Introduction: Jesus was on His way to Jerusalem, and He was showing us what it really means to be His follower. Following Jesus is not always easy or comfortable. It may mean giving up things that feel safe or easy in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62, Matthew 8:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

Lord’s Prayer 12: As We Forgive Those Who Trespass Against Us Series

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Nov 3, 2024

How often do we say this phrase everyday when we say the Lord's Prayer - AS WE FORGIVE THOSE WHO TRESPASS AGAINST US? Do we stop and think what we are saying and really mean it? Should we expect God our Father to forgive us if we can't forgive those who wrong us?

Lord’s Prayer 12: AS WE FORGIVE THOSE WHO TRESPASS AGAINST US As a young priest, John Wesley spent a short time in Georgia, USA serving as a missionary in Savannah whilst his brother Charles served as chaplain to the governor. On hearing the general say, 'Sir, I never forgive', John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-45, Matthew 18:21-22, 1 Corinthians 13:5

Love Becomes Real When It Costs Us Something Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 29, 2025

The Kingdom of Christ is not distant or abstract; it is discovered among the hungry, the sick, the imprisoned, and the forgotten.

Title: Love Becomes Real When It Costs Us Something Intro: The Kingdom of Christ is not distant or abstract; it is discovered among the hungry, the sick, the imprisoned, and the forgotten. Scripture: Luke 23:35-43 Reflection Dear Friends, The Church’s teachings can feel abstract until they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Other

El Amor Se Vuelve Real Cuando Nos Cuesta Algo Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 29, 2025

El Reino de Cristo no es distante ni abstracto; se descubre entre los hambrientos, los enfermos, los encarcelados y los olvidados.

Título: El amor se vuelve real cuando nos cuesta algo Introducción: El Reino de Cristo no es distante ni abstracto; se descubre entre los hambrientos, los enfermos, los encarcelados y los olvidados. Escritura: Lucas 23:35-43 Reflexión Queridos amigos, de la Iglesia pueden ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Other

Ang Pag-Ibig Ay Nagiging Totoo Kapag Ito Ay Nagkakahalaga Sa Atin Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 29, 2025

Ang Kaharian ni Kristo ay hindi malayo o abstract; ito ay natuklasan sa mga nagugutom, maysakit, nakakulong, at nakalimutan.

Pamagat: Ang Pag-ibig ay Nagiging Totoo Kapag Ito ay Nagkakahalaga sa Atin Intro: Ang Kaharian ni Kristo ay hindi malayo o abstract; ito ay natuklasan sa mga nagugutom, maysakit, nakakulong, at nakalimutan. Banal na Kasulatan: Lucas 23:35-43 Pagninilay Mahal na mga kaibigan, ng Simbahan ay ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Other

He Calls Us To Die To Ourselves

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 30, 2025

The fable of the wolf and the lamb that we heard is not just an ancient story.

Title: He calls us to die to ourselves Intro: The fable of the wolf and the lamb that we heard is not just an ancient story. Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-9 Reflection My dear friends, let me tell you about something I witnessed last week that broke my heart. A young mother came to see me, tears ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-9

Denomination: Other

Nos Llama A Morir A Nosotros Mismos

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 30, 2025

La fábula del lobo y el cordero que hemos escuchado no es sólo una historia antigua.

Título: Nos llama a morir a nosotros mismos Introducción: La fábula del lobo y el cordero que hemos escuchado no es sólo una historia antigua. Escritura: Isaías 11:6-9 Reflexión Queridos amigos, permítanme contarles algo que presencié la semana pasada y ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-9

Denomination: Other

Tinatawag Niya Tayong Mamatay Sa Ating Sarili

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 30, 2025

Ang pabula ng lobo at tupa na ating narinig ay hindi lamang isang sinaunang kuwento.

Pamagat: Tinatawag niya tayong mamatay sa ating sarili Intro: Ang pabula ng lobo at tupa na ating narinig ay hindi lamang isang sinaunang kuwento. Banal na Kasulatan: Isaias 11:6-9 Pagninilay Mga mahal kong kaibigan, hayaan mong ikuwento ko sa inyo ang isang bagay na nasaksihan ko noong ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-9

Denomination: Other

How Much Did Your Salvation Cost?

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 5, 2025

God’s grace is freely given but it certainly is not cheap! I really don’t think that it is possible for human beings to fully understand what it cost God the Father and Jesus Christ His son to offer forgiveness for our sins.

“How Much Did Your Salvation Cost?” John 12:27-36 God’s grace is freely given but it certainly is not cheap! I really don’t think that it is possible for human beings to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

In The Potter's Hands

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Jul 27, 2013

Being in God's hands is, or course, a place of comfort and safety, but it's also a place in which we find ourselves to be acountable for our faithfulness. Also, since God's Hands are the Potter's Hands, being in His hands is a place of utter surrender.

Precious Lord, take my hand, Lead me on, help me stand... He's got little bitty baby in his hands; he's got you and me, brother, in his hands; He's got the whole world in His hands... Why should I feel discouraged; why should the shadows come; His eye is on the sparrow and I know He cares for ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Call To Discipleship Part 3: Count The Cost Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 23, 2021

Have we considered what it might cost us to follow Jesus? All Scripture references are from the NASB.

We have been looking at what it means to be a follower of Jesus. What does it mean to be a disciple? For last few week we looked at Jesus’ call to follow Him. The call to be a disciple of Jesus, to follow Him is not for the faint hearted. Mark 8:34 And He summoned the crowd with His disciples, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

Avoiding Costly Mistakes At All Costs - Tolerance Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Sep 24, 2006

The fourth message in the series deals with tolerance. It focuses on inconsistent behaviors that tell others we are "not of God"

Avoiding Costly Mistakes At All Costs - Tolerance Acts 15:1-29; Galatians 2:11-14 Pastor Don Jones West Glendale Baptist Church We live in a world today that expects tolerance; tolerance of alternate life-styles, tolerance of other religions, and tolerance of others habits and sexual preferences. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Give God What Is His (November 14, 2021)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 11, 2021

Since we are made in God’s image (Genesis 1:26,27) all of who we are belong to God! How well and how often do we take that timeless advice---giving to God what belongs to Him?

Matthew 22:15-21  Then the Pharisees went and plotted to entrap him in what he said.  (16)  So they sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians, saying, "Teacher, we know that you are sincere, and teach the way of God in accordance with truth, and show deference to no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Offerings That Cost Me Nothing – Give Sacrificially Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008

Giving sacrificially, in light of God’s grace, is a great reflection of Who God is and accomplishes more than we can realize at the time

It’d been a hard winter in the Appalachian Mountains. Snow had piled up deeper and deeper, it turned bitter cold, rivers froze, people were suffering. The Red Cross used helicopters to fly in supplies. One crew had been working day after day--long hours. They were on their way home late in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:12-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ