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  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Face Of Jesus

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 12, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
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    Until that day when we shall see Him "face to face", we can marvel at the scriptural picture of the face of our Lord Jesus recorded in the Word of God.

    THE FACE OF JESUS “Now it came to pass, when the time had come for Him to be received up, that He steadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem, and sent messengers before His face. And as they went, they entered a village of the Samaritans, to prepare for Him. But they did not receive Him, because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Hamby avatar

    The Life Of A Disciple Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 25, 2002
    based on 121 ratings
     | 36,959 views

    As Jesus challenges Peter and the rest of the twelve here in this passage, He unfolds the principles of being a disciple - a real follower of His.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 23 “The Life of a Disciple” Luke 9:1-6,10, 18-20, 23-26, 57-62 This morning I want to look Luke chapter nine in the light of what it reveals to us about what it takes to be a true follower of Jesus Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Hamby avatar

    Classic Problems That The Disciples Faced Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 1, 2002
    based on 123 ratings
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    The text reveals several problems that the disciples had to deal with, they are not only problems they had to face, but are problems that have plagued the church all down through the centuries.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 24 “Classic Problems That The Disciples Faced” Luke 9:11-17, 28-32, 37-42, 46-52 Jesus had revealed that the following him will involve a radical change of perspective. The life of a disciple is different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    Emotions And The Bible

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 24, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
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    The scripture is full of verses, where Jesus rebuked His Deciples for using their emotions.

    Emotions and The Bible. Luke 9:54-55 I am no stranger to pain and suffering. In 1999 I was pronounced dead of a massive heart attack. According to the hospital records I had no, pulse,no lung function, no brain activity for the period of 8 minutes. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Richard Pfeil avatar

    James Series

    Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,514 views

    a biographical sketch of James

    “JAMES” TEXT: LUKE 9:51-56 Sunday, March 21, 2004 That [choir anthem] is hard to follow. That is a great song. If you have seen The Passion of the Christ, it deepens that song and every song about the Crucifixion all the more, doesn’t it? It’s incredible what God did. It does leave you in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Fit For The Kingdom

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
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    Learning to fold a piece of paper into a square blindfolded requires the same three things as Jesus requires of us to be fit for the kingdom of God: Self-denying devotion to the task, making it an absolute priority and giving it your undivided attention.

    Fit For The Kingdom / Luke 9: 51-62 Intro: Challenge – What if God said, “You must be able to fold a piece of paper into a perfect square while blindfolded to be fit for the kingdom of God?” IMPOSSIBLE? – what would I have to do to learn how to do that? I. Verse 57 “I will follow you wherever ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    John Son Of Zebedee:- Thundering Character Gives Way To Loving Disciple. Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 16, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 16,297 views

    When John begins his journey as a disciple he has a thunderous character which is very intolerant. Yet, because Jesus sees all disciples as “a work in progress” we can have the hope and assurance that we also can be disciples for Jesus.

    Message Luke 9:51-56 John son of Zebedee:- thundering character gives way to loving disciple. I don’t want to sound disrespectful to Jesus but, as we have systematically considered the disciples, we have found ourselves in a position where we have to wonder about the choice of disciples which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Want The Church To Grow-But Do I Want Any More People? , #5 Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,331 views

    I want the church to grow because Jesus Does but do I want people who are not immedieatly receptive to the Gospel?

    I recieved this idea from my mentor Jerrie Barber. I Want the Church to Grow-But Do I Want Any More People? , #5 Luke 9:51-56 Introduction: Review I want the church to grow because it was in God’s plan, Jesus taught that it would, Jesus commanded sowing which produces growth, and growth is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    I Am Determined

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 16, 2004
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     | 14,171 views

    Jesus Christ set his face like a flint as He went toward Jerusalem for the final hours.

    Luke 9:51 – “And it came to pass, when the time was come that he should be received up, he stedfastly set his face to go to Jerusalem,” l. INTRODUCTION – WILLIAM WILBERFORCE Before the slavery battle was fought in America, it was fought in England, where it was bloodless but it was also long ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Where Are You Heading?

    Contributed by Dennis Nolan on Apr 26, 2006
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    The challenge and cost of following Jesus

    Where are you heading? 2/4/06 Luke 9: 51As the time approached for him to be taken up to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem. 52And he sent messengers on ahead, who went into a Samaritan village to get things ready for him; 53but the people there did not welcome him, because he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    The Problem With Power Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 21, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,294 views

    When we draw close to Jesus sometimes the aura of His power makes us feel powerful on our own. Luke 9 teaches us lessons on the real source of power and the real cost of discipleship.

    What’s the famous line from American Express? Not Karl Malden saying "Don’t leave home without it" but this: "membership has its privileges." It was supposed to suggest that special things await you and only you if you get this card. The slogan is successful because it appeals to something in us ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Excuses Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 2, 2010
     | 5,229 views

    We all have excuses for not responding to Jesus' call to follow him. Life is hectic, complicated and filled with items that claim our attention. We have one reason, though, to respond to Jesus' challenge--his love and grace.

    Luke 9:51-62 “Excuses” INTRODUCTION One of the most memorable illustrations that I’ve ever seen involved a glass container similar to what I have here and rocks of various sizes. Using the rocks the demonstrator underscored and important lesson in life. Just when we thought ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Let's Give It Up For Jesus Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,123 views

    Are you really ready to say, "Everything the Lord says I will do?"

    “The Charge of the Light Brigade: Let’s Give It Up for Jesus!” Ex. 24:1-8; Lk. 9:57-62 & 14:25-33 Life is filled with contracts. There are contracts between management and employees, between nations, between provider and buyer, and even between husband and wife. All of these ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Excuses

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 24, 2010
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    Sermon dealing with the "yes, but" response to following Christ.

    Luke 9: 51 – 62 / Excuses Intro: A farmer came to his animals one morning and said he wanted to make a breakfast for all his neighbors. From the hen he took the eggs and from the cow he took the milk. When the farmer headed for the pig, the pig started running, burst through the fence ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    Casual Discipleship.... Not An Option

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 24, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,291 views

    We are called to be students, apprentices, disciples....it involves worship, obedience, faith, sharing and imitating Jesus. The sermon includes quotes from Rick Warren The Purpose Driven Life, Dallas Willard, Divine Conspiracy & Rev. John Stott The Conte

    In Jesus Holy Name June 27, 2010 Text: Luke 9:57-58 Redeemer “Casual Discipleship…. Not an Option” Today’s message is not about “the way to heaven”. The text before is about our “walk with Jesus”. Christian discipleship. What is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran