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  • Ray Ellis avatar

    Who Is A Disciple Of Jesus?

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 22, 2007
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    Jesus gave gives clear teaching on what the conditions are to become a disciple in Luke 9:23-24.

    “Who is a Disciple of Jesus?” Matthew 28:19-20/ Luke 9:23-24 Jesus gave the command to all His followers, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…”Matthew 28:19 Making disciples is a process, “Going” ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Making Sacrifices

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 27, 2007
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    Be willing to make sacrifices for God and be blessed. When we give of ourselves, God’s will can be fulfilled. Ask, what does God expects from us today?

    We tend to position ourselves on the receiving end, and ask God for His blessings. • Surely He loves us and we know He will bless us and help us through life. • We need also to see ourselves on the ‘giving’ end, and offer to God what He expects from us. It’s good to get the right perspective. • ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Christian Eula Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 15, 2006
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    Ever wonder what you are signing up for with Jesus Christ? Luke 9 gives us some practical examples of the principals in the Christian discipleship.

    Do you know what a "EULA" is? It’s not a form of Hawaiian dance. It’s not what you say about a person at a funeral. It stands for "End User License Agreement." If you have ever installed a piece of computer software, you have encountered a EULA. It’s that huge mass of legal garbly-gook full of ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    What It Means To Be A Fully Devoted Disciple

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 18, 2006
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    There is a difference in the life-style of a fully devoted disciple and one who is not fully devoted.

    What it Means to be a Fully Devoted Disciple Luke 9:23-26 Luke 9:57-62 There is a difference in the life-style of a fully devoted disciple and one who is not fully devoted. When I think of my life as a new Christian I was like a roller coaster. I was up and down in my spiritual life. I had ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Luskey Green avatar

    Part Three: Understand Your Struggle With Christ Series

    Contributed by Luskey Green on Sep 23, 2006
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    We all struggle to be better, to improve, etc. But struggling in becoming a disciple is a product of pride. The sooner we understand this, the sooner we can make struggle an asset rather than a liability.

    Introduction Where are we today? I mean by that, in our study about the Christ and His Church, are we making progress? Are we moving toward Christ or are we satisfied to stay back, keeping our distance? Are we unsure we are willing to make the kind of commitment Jesus Christ wants of us? It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Gilbert avatar

    3-D Christianity

    Contributed by Brian Gilbert on Oct 4, 2006
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    What does it take to be a True Disciple of Christ. How can we express our faith in ways that are real and relevant?

    3-D CHRISTIANITY Adding Depth To Your Wak of Faith INTRODUCTION: Have you ever looked at a paintin that was unrealistic and 2 dimensional? They fail to communicate depth and look fake and superficial. THis is especially the case when children draw pictures. Everything seems to bhe suspended on ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jason Cole avatar

    Know When To F.o.l.d. 'em Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Jun 19, 2007
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    The great theologian Kenny Rogers said, "you gotta know when to fold ’em and you gotta know when to fold ’em. We are called to fold ’em. We are called to deny ourselves and take up our cross. This process is called discipleship. In discipleship we see

    Know When to Fold ‘Em Introduction: A little boy constantly fell out of bed. No matter what his parents did, the boy couldn’t sleep without rolling out of bed. An uncle came to visit and in the middle of the night the usual thump and cry was heard. In the morning the uncle teased ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stover avatar

    Dare 2 B Different In Your Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 2, 2007
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    A disciple is an apprentice. How can we be REAL disciples of Jesus? follows the Dare 2 B Different outline: Embody His Name, Embrace His Mission, Emulate His Word.

    DARE 2 B DIFFERENT: In Your Discipleship Luke 9:23-24 Disciple – “apprentice” – learns by living and working with his teacher in a daily ‘hands-on’ experience. I. Embody His Name – Reflect His Character in Your Discipleship A. “Deny Himself” 1. God’s character is a selfless character as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    What Does It Mean To Be A Follower Of Christ?

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007
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    An examination of disciples and discipleship.

    WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST? - Read Luke 9:23-25 What does it mean to be a follower of Christ? What does it mean to be a disciple? Does it mean that you’re going to get everything you want? Does it mean God will make you prosperous? Does it mean that you have to fulfill ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "What Will Heaven Be Like?

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 1, 2007
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    Twelve points can be detected as to what Heaven be like by taking careful observations of this text. Good funeral message.

    "What we know about Heaven?" Introduction: I have often referred to this text when referring to Heaven, but here is a careful study on the text. It is a very revealing insight into what Heaven will be like. There are twelve points: 1. Heaven is a real place. Moses and Elias had come from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Following Christ

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,325 views

    Jesus gives the details for those who would follow after Him

    Intro: at the General Council, the Eurasia experience was sponsored by our missionaries serving in Iraq, Iran, Pakistan, Nepal, India, and many other countries. In that tent you actually felt what it must be like to serve in these nations. Hearing the testimonies from people who have literally ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Continuous Call Series

    Contributed by Alan Tison on Aug 18, 2007
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    This is the second in a three part series we used fro recruiting adults to serve in our children’s ministry

    Introduction: USA TODAY recently gave the cost for rearing a child from birth to 18 years of age. The cost is $234,000; the breakdown is quite amazing; $89,000 for food $55,000 for clothing add $15,000 if it is a girl $35,000 for medical cost including over the counter medicine $29,000 for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Deem avatar

    Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross

    Contributed by Richard Deem on Oct 9, 2006
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    It is important to understand that God has freely given us salvation. It was paid for by the cross of Christ. Along with this salvation comes discipleship. Jesus said if you are going to be His disciple, you have to bear your cross.

    Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross (Note: This message was preached at a special School of Ministry/Congress on Leadership convened in Panama City, Republic of Panama) I consider it a great privilege to be invited to be part of this School of Ministry and Congress on Leadership. I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    How To Get God Out Of The Trunk And Into The Driver's Seat

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 17, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,813 views

    Jesus saves people to change them, to make them different than they were before.

    How to Get God Out of the Trunk & Into the Driver’s Seat Luke 9:22-24 July 16, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A "The closest contemporary word to "discipleship" is probably "apprentice". A disciple is more than a student who learns ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Wright avatar

    Take Up Your Cross

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on Jul 22, 2006
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    Just what does the Lord expect of us?

    Take Up Your Cross Luke 9:23-26 Rev. Phillip A. Wright Introduction: This morning we are going to look at one of the better known verses in Scripture. “Take Up your Cross.” Today we will look at the entire passage and dig out just what Jesus is saying and not saying. Attention: Jesus used this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist