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  • John Oscar avatar

    Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 29, 2022
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    This message is from the Sermon Central Series, "From the Ashes" and is heavily edited for use in our church.

    From the Ashes Week 5 - Sacrifice Scripture: Philippians 2:6-8, Luke 14:25-33, Galatians 2:20, Hebrews 4:15-16 Introduction Today, we’re going to be talking about the sacrifice of Jesus and the impact his humble actions have had on all humankind. To illustrate the idea of sacrifice I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Count The Cost

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 31, 2022
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    One that calls himself a follower of Jesus is not necessarily a follower of Jesus.

    Count the Cost Luke 14:25-33 Jesus never promised that following Him is easy. Again and again, he told all who would listen that discipleship might cost them everything, even their lives. This morning’s passage from Luke 14:25-33 is one of these passages. What does it really mean to be a follower ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Love Enough To Hate

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 31, 2022
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    Jesus calls us to hate those we are supposed to love. How? Why? Find out.

    9.4.22 Luke 14:25–35 25 Large crowds were traveling with Jesus. He turned and said to them, 26 “If anyone comes to me and does not hate his own father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, yes, even his own life, he cannot be my disciple. 27 Whoever does not carry his own ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    Jesus Wants All Of Me.

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 2, 2022
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    Jesus wants all of me if I am going to be a disciple.

    Jesus wants All of Me. Luke 14:25-33 1. Being Disciple means you love • You love God and the things of God like, prayer to God, Reading about God, attending The Church of God • 1 John 5: 3This is love for God: to obey his commands. And his commands are not burdensome, 4for everyone born of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Being A Disciple

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 3, 2022
     | 1,750 views

    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

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    The Wisdom Of God Vs The Wisdom Of This World

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 3, 2022
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    When Jesus is telling us that following Him means hating everything and everyone else, He uses strong language.

    Twenty-third Sunday in Course Today’s Gospel is so unnerving, even shocking, that we might in our meditation forget about the other readings. The lessons we can learn from the wisdom books of Scripture are good foundations for our appreciation of the teachings of Jesus. I like to think of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • The Rev deniray mueller avatar

    What The Cost?

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Sep 5, 2022
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    what is the cost of becoming a disciple and are we willing to make those

    Luke 14:25-33 Let us pray: O God of love and glory, on this day, we come to you asking that your Spirit might be with us as we consider the critical decisions in life that we all must make. Lord, in these moments, may we feel your presence among us. In Jesus' name, we pray, Amen. I have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Marvelous Cost Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 7, 2022
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    A sermon for the Sunday following Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 23

    September 4, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 14:25-33 The Marvelous Cost of Discipleship Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. This is Labor Day weekend. Typically, we think of Labor Day as the last big holiday of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Counting The Cost Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Sep 10, 2022
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    This first week of this “Having Words” series is a great time to remind ourselves of the commitment that we made to make and to be made into disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

    Counting the Cost Having Words with Jesus THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR C Luke 14:25-33 The Message Figure the Cost 25-27 One day, when large groups of people were walking along with him, Jesus turned and told them, “Anyone who comes to me but refuses to let go of father, mother, spouse, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    It’s Worth The Cost

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 27, 2022
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    If we are truly going to be Jesus’ disciple, there will be a cost involved. And for those willing to make that sacrifice, God will be able to pour out His power and glory through that person.

    Please turn with me to Luke 14. Sometimes when I say the word “Luke” I want to go all Star Wars! L-U-K-E. (Laughter) The more I spend time in the gospels, the more I see that what Jesus asks of us, He has already had to do Himself. When Jesus taught what He taught, He not only spoke from a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    "having What It Takes:" The Parable Of The Tower

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 30, 2023
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     | 2,001 views

    In today’s “Parables to Live By,” we will be looking at what Jesus said it takes to be His disciple in a message entitled, “Having What It Takes.” These are two parables Jesus uses in talking about real discipleship

    Parables to Live By “Having What It Takes:” The Parable of the Tower Luke 14:25-33 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQpPqJo3Lio  While Jesus was traveling in the area of the Jordan River, he was approached by a rich young ruler who asked, “Good Teacher, what good ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    For The Duration

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 4, 2023
     | 670 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

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    The Message Of The Gospel Of Christ And The Cost Of Preaching It

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 25, 2022
     | 1,080 views

    Where is the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ today? What is the cost of preaching that message?

    Where is that message today? This is a two-fold message. First, the call to preach the Gospel. Second, the cost of preaching the Gospel. Since Jesus started His earthly ministry, He has called various people to follow Him, and then told them to go out into all the world and preach the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    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

  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    How To Avoid Being A Disciple Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Oct 20, 2025
     | 157 views

    As Jesus continues his journey toward Jerusalem, he makes some statements that reveal just how costly discipleship is.

    The Internet is full of information on how people can do certain things: How to repair a specific broken belt on a lawn mower How to balance a budget How to cook a dish How to pay for college There is also a ton of information on how to avoid certain things: How to avoid debt How to avoid phishing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist