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  • Fr. Rian Adams avatar

    Is Jesus Grumpy?

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 3, 2019
     | 3,052 views

    Those who wanted to follow Christ were told to follow him and not even burry their dead. This sermon explores how Jesus called to deeper discipleship.

    Grumpy Jesus: Feelings and Focus Have you ever been grumpy? I don't mean mere frustration; I mean, have you ever been in a place where no one could do anything right? Maybe you haven’t, but I bet you can notice it in other people. That sounds a lot like Jesus in Today's Gospel reading. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

  • Charles Mallory avatar

    What Is Your Excuse?

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 9, 2019
     | 10,577 views

    Three men and three different excuses as to why they couldn't follow Jesus. We can learn from their mistakes to live out our calling with passion and to keep from letting the world distract us from this important mission.

    MANY OF YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH “ALICE IN WONDERLAND.” IN THE MOVIE, ALICE FINDS HERSELF AT A FORK IN THE ROAD. AS SHE CONTEMPLATED HER DECISION, SHE NOTICES THAT THE CHESHIRE CAT IS UP IN THE TREE. UNDECIDED ON WHICH ROAD TO TAKE, ALICE LOOKS AT CHESHIRE THE CAT AND ASKED HIM, “WHICH ROAD DO I ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    A New Way Of Life

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 13, 2022
     | 1,022 views

    Jesus shares what it is to become a disciple.

    Luke 9:51-62 A New Way Of Life 1. Nathaniel says, "Can any good thing come out of Nazareth?” according to Nathaniel nothing good comes from Nazareth. • Jesus had moved from Insignificance to Celebrity status in a matter of months • News of miraculous healings, had spread throughout ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Simon Bartlett avatar

    The Journey Of The Christian Life

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jan 2, 2021
     | 10,851 views

    The Christian life is much more than a single decision to follow Jesus. It's a lifelong journey with Jesus. Jesus is with us on this journey. The journey is his classroom; it provides the context in which we learn to be like him.

    Today we’re just about at the end of the Christmas season and we’re going to move on from our Christmas themes. We’re starting a new series in the gospel of Luke and we’ll mostly continue in Luke until Easter. But before we start to look at our passage I want to explain why it’s so important that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    The Rejection Tour

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 30, 2022
     | 1,741 views

    The Christian has to face rejection if he is serious about following Jesus. Oftentime, this rejection comes from family and friends.

    The Rejection Tour Luke 9:51-62 No one likes rejection. This is especially true when your purpose is to be helpful. Rejection from your enemies is bad enough. at least you can rationalize that this is your enemy; therefore, it is a badge of honor rather than shame. Rejection can come in many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jody VanSickle avatar

    The Importance Of Home

    Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Jul 2, 2022
     | 2,965 views

    Where is our true home?

    The Importance of Home: Luke 9:51-62 51 As the time drew near for him to ascend to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem. 52 He sent messengers ahead to a Samaritan village to prepare for his arrival. 53 But the people of the village did not welcome Jesus because he was on his way to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jeff Simms avatar

    James: Calling Fire Down From Heaven Series

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Aug 17, 2003
    based on 58 ratings
     | 10,174 views

    A look at James and John and how they desire to judge the Samaritans and how God treats us with grace and mercy

    James: Calling Fire Down from Heaven Luke 9:51-56 Primary Purpose: Jesus purpose was not to condemn, but to save. On a recent Sunday morning, members of a church in Oklahoma noticed a shabbily-dressed man wandering near the church, poking into garbage cans. The man finally came to rest on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    The Call To Follow

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 251 ratings
     | 22,713 views

    The need to be clear n our commitment to Jesus

    What does the call to follow Jesus mean to you? Is it something you heard a long time ago and that’s now faded away as the years have gone by, or is it something that you hear afresh every day? Well, today we’re going to look at this passage from Luke’s gospel where the call to follow Jesus rings ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Beyond Comfort And Convenience Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 10, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,950 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    What The Kingdom Is Not Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 12, 2025
     | 343 views

    Three stories show us ways that the disciples misunderstood the nature of the Kingdom and how Jesus pointed them in the right direction.

    “THEY DIDN'T UNDERSTAD”: The disciples still had some questionable ideas about what the Kingdom of God was like. - Luke 9:45. - Luke 9:46-56. - This is an eventful chapter. We have the Transfiguration - an amazing event. We have an exorcism so difficult that the disciples couldn’t do it - an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sons Of Thunder

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 6, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,315 views

    Jesus nicknamed James and John the "Sons of Thunder," because of their swift, brash and judgmental temperaments. They were ready to call down fire on people. But we see how the Spirit transformed John into the Apostle of Love. Has God changed you?

    THE SONS OF THUNDER Mk. 3:17; Lk. 9:51-56; 1 Jn. 4 INTRODUCTION A. HELL’S ANGELS 1. I was running a gas station outside of Springfield Missouri one time. I had 16 pumps. It was a large station and along a major highway. 2. There were two men on the pay phones. I was outside taking money from ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Responding To Rejection

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024
     | 978 views

    When we are ignored or face rejection, how must we respond? Most of us may show our frustrations and react in an un-Christ-like manner.

    Opening illustration: The anti-God bumper stickers covering the car seized the attention of a university professor. As a former atheist, himself, the professor thought perhaps the owner wanted to make believers angry. “The anger helps the atheist to justify his atheism,” he explained. Then he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Character Study Of John - The Beloved Disciple Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025
     | 659 views

    John, the beloved disciple, started as a zealous and ambitious follower of Christ but matured into an apostle of love and deep revelation.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF JOHN (SON OF ZEBEDEE) – THE BELOVED DISCIPLE, WRITER OF JOHN, 1-3 JOHN, AND REVELATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 13:23 "Now there was leaning on Jesus’ bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved." Supporting Texts: Matthew 4:21, Mark 3:17, Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Sons Of Thunder Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 26, 2025
     | 450 views

    The Sons of Thunder teach us the importance following Jesus. They demonstrate what it means to be a bold witness for Jesus and go all in for the Kingdom of God.

    Sermon: Sons of Thunder Thesis: The Sons of Thunder teach us the importance following Jesus. They demonstrate what it means to be a bold witness for Jesus and go all in for the Kingdom of God. Their lives show us how God can will transform us into what he wants us to be. Like when John became both ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Dobbs avatar

    Determined And Devoted Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 21, 2025
     | 992 views

    In our text we come to a major turning point in Luke’s Gospel. Beginning here and continuing for ten lengthy chapters - right up to the Triumphal Entry, Jesus is on the road. This section is called the “Travel Narrative” and it contains much material not found in the other gospels. 

    DETERMINED AND DEVOTED  Luke 9:51-62 Introduction In our text we come to a major turning point in Luke’s Gospel. Beginning here and continuing for ten lengthy chapters - right up to the Triumphal Entry, Jesus is on the road. This section is called the “Travel Narrative” and it contains ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ