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  • David Dykes avatar

    Five Marks Of A Real Disciple Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 9, 2003
    based on 634 ratings
     | 189,957 views

    Jesus gives us five vivid images teaching us lessons about discipleship and the total commitment it requires

    Five Marks of a Real Disciple Luke 14:25-35 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION The main job Jesus left us to do was to make disciples. There is a difference between a believer and a disciple. There is no such thing as an instant disciple; like the word, it takes discipline. A Russian comedian, Yakov ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moving On With God- The Next Step In: Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jul 3, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,622 views

    We are called to be ’disciples’ of Jesus Christ. Often that is the better term to use than ’Christians’, which lets us off the hook too easily, nowadays!). Disciples are disciplined by God and disciplined for God (practice ’the disciplines of the Christ

    Moving on with God- the next step in: discipleship WBC 6 July 2003 pm LK 9:23 Then he said to them all: "If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. 24 For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me will save it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Count The Cost Series

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 16, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,057 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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    Men Of Commitment (Father's Day)

    Contributed by Cedric Portis on Jun 22, 2003
    based on 99 ratings
     | 26,766 views

    On a day that should be marked with celebration and honor for the head of families, father’s day in our community has become one of the most confusing days of the year, questions of who is my father to where is my daddy, to step father vs. biological...

    Men of Commitment Father’s Day Minster Cedric A. Portis cedque8@cs.com 6/15/03 Luke 14:25 And there went great multitudes with him: and he turned, and said unto them, Luke 14:26 If any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Can You Afford?

    Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 18, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
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    When it comes to discipleship Jesus reminds us that it is very costly.

    Luke 14:25-33 25 Large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: 26 "If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters--yes, even his own life--he cannot be my disciple. 27 And anyone who does not carry his cross and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Thank God Jesus Didn't Take His Own Advice

    Contributed by Robert Eggers on Sep 18, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,448 views

    Luke 14:25-33 is usually seen as Jesus’ advice to his disciples to be committed to him above all. But Jesus didn’t follow that advice and we thank God he didn’t because he went way beyond human logic and calculation to become our Savior and Lord.

    Luke 14:25-33 Thank God Jesus Didn’t Follow His Own Advise Jesus said, “Anyone who does not carry his cross and follow me cannot be my disciple. "Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it? For if he ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Cost Of Discipleship Of Jesus (2 Of 3) Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 22 ratings
     | 7,604 views

    Discipleship was not simply a program through which Jesus ran the disciples. Discipleship was life.

    Jesus clearly sets the conditions of entrance into discipleship. In Luke 14:25-33 He emphasizes the cost that disciples must pay in following Him. Anyone who wishes to be Christ’s disciples must meet Christ’s demands involving one’s family, self and possessions. Family Jesus declares; “If anyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Look Before You Leap

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 31, 2004
    based on 105 ratings
     | 13,241 views

    A sermon for the 14th Sunday afer Pentecost Proper 18 Discipleship

    14th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 18 Luke 14:25-33 "Look before You Leap!" "Now great multitudes accompanied him; and he turned and said to them, "If any one comes to me and does not hate his own father and mother and wife and children and brothers and sisters, yes, and even his own life, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Secrets Of True Living

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 25, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 5,159 views

    We are called to live for Jesus with every fiber of our being and in every area of our lives.

    The Secrets of True Living Luke 14:25-35 October 5, 2003 Morning Service “If you’re not doing something with your life, it doesn’t matter how long it is.” Peace Corps Commercial Life without Christ is merely existing There is no possible way to truly express what belief in Christ does to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Great Banquet PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,122 views

    To encourage us to extend God's love to those in need, understanding the cost and joy of discipleship.

    Good morning, family. We're gonna be diving into Luke 14:13-26 today, where Jesus tells us about the Great Banquet, and the cost and compulsion of reaching out to the needy. This scripture is a call to action, a reminder that our faith should drive us to extend God's love to those who are hurting ...read more

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    Who Are You Inviting?

    Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025
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    Have you noticed how frequently Jesus is depicted eating? Luke mentions 19 meals, 13 unique to this gospel alone. This reveals something special about Jesus—He valued meals not just for food but as powerful opportunities for ministry, relationship-building, and extending God's kingdom.

    A Glutton If you've read the gospel of Luke - have you noticed just how often Jesus is depicted as eating? It's everywhere - there are 19 meals in Luke, 13 of which are unique to this gospel. In fact, Robert Karris, a Christian author and professor, puts it like this: “At just about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Count The Cost Of Discipleship Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,033 views

    The gift of salvation is free, but following Jesus will cost you everything. Discipleship requires total commitment and willingness to sacrifice everything, including our lives.

    Hey guys! So, I've got a question for you. How many of you have ever been students? I'm guessing all of you, right? We've all had to learn and study in school, and sometimes it's tough. But did you know that if you're a follower of Jesus, you're called to be a student again? Jesus calls His ...read more

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    Count The Cost Of Discipleship Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 940 views

    This sermon explores the concept of discipleship, emphasizing that while salvation is a free gift, it requires total commitment and surrender of one's life to Jesus.

    Welcome church! How many of you here today have ever been students before? Probably most, if not all of us have been students at some point in our lives and so we have some understanding of what it takes from our time in elementary, middle, and/or high school. Whatever type of student you were in ...read more

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    The Aggravation Factor Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 18, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,321 views

    What costs are we willing to pay for the church to be what Christ wants it to be?

    SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: LUKE 14:25-33 TITLE: “THE AGGRAVATION FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. When I was much younger, I played a board game called “Aggravation” 1. 2-6 people could play 2. Each person ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Being His Disciple

    Contributed by Chris Stevens on Dec 16, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,440 views

    As I worked on this lesson I thought about one thing. PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT. This lesson shares the D’s of Discipleship.

    Faithful, or a Fair weather Fan! Tim McGraw – Martina McBride concert – rain; it wasn’t that I was a huge fan of either, I wanted a good seat for the show. Being dedicated – no matter what’s going on – what’s being done – you’re there. Genuine interest. In Luke 14 Jesus finds himself again ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ