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  • Excuses Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 2, 2010
     | 5,374 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

  • No Strings Attached

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Oct 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,496 views

    What is our relationship with Jesus Christ? Are we committed followers or simply those who admire who He is. Jesus is looking for all or nothing. (adapted from a sermon by Kyle Idleman, Not a Fan of Jesus)

    No strings attached Introduction (adapted from sermon by Kyle Idleman, Not a Fan of Jesus) How many are familiar with the acronym DTR? For- young man- in relationship- letters can be scary. They want to postpone- DTR talk as long as possible. DTR- Define the relationship It is the talk where you ...read more

  • Cost Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,344 views

    Following Jesus is not easy

    18. Who is Jesus? December 19th, 2010 The Cost of Discipleship Jesus has been traveling around Galilee preaching, healing, casting out demons, and performing many miracles. He has dedicated Himself to doing the work of God and He has often done so without sleep or a proper meal. For three years ...read more

  • Requirements For True Disciples

    Contributed by Dr. Nicholas M. Muteti on Jun 15, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,081 views

    We don't like discipline, we want to be free, to do whatever we want, to live our lives just as we want. But Christian discipleship requires discipline. I know you are disciples of the lord, but let me challenge you today to check out your discipleship, b

    REQUIREMENTS FOR TRUE DISCIPLES Luke 9:57-61 Introduction, attention, Interest, Personal- Nearly thirty years ago, I was a middle school teacher in Kenya .One day I took 20 students, and I told them: “I will do my best to teach you and train you. If you obey me, you will be the best students ...read more

  • .......but

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 25, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,981 views

    A sermon for the 5th Sunay after Pentecost Committment

    5th Sunday after Pentecost For July 1 Proper 8C Lectionary 13 Luke 9:51-62 " but......" "When the days drew near for him to be received up, he set his face to go to Jerusalem. And he sent messengers ahead of him, who went and entered a village of the Samaritans, to make ready for him; but ...read more

  • Jesus Said: Follow Me

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 30, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,944 views

    If we are truly Christians and not simply churchgoers - this has real implications in our lives

    NR/IC 01-07-07 This morning, I would like to look at one verse from our Gospel reading – verse 59 where Jesus said: "Follow me." In Mt 16, Jesus elaborates on what he means by following him when he said: If any one would come after me,he must deny himself and ...read more

  • The Call To Discipleship Is Not Easy

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jun 30, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,992 views

    As sermon for the 5th Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 8, Series C

    5th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 8] July 1,2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we confess that we often try to adjust Jesus’ teachings and call to follow him to our life and expectations, when ...read more

  • Wanna Be Christians

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,019 views

    Three people think they wanna be a follower of Jesus; but, only when it is convenient for them to do so.

    Luke 9: 51 – 62 Wanna Be Followers Intro: Sinclair Lewis, the great 20th century writer was once scheduled to a give an hour-long speech about writing to a group of college students who planned to be writers. Lewis stepped to the podium and asked a question: “How many of you want to be ...read more

  • What On Earth Am I Here For? Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Aug 26, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,062 views

    If you ask, “Is there a purpose for me?” then I might ask you, “Is your heart beating?” See, if your heart is still beating, then God has a purpose for you.

    To live the American Dream? To be happy? To be successful? To rock and roll? To express yourself? A Yale philosophy student who didn’t even want to take a stab at answering the question? We have some work to do here in NE Ohio! Want to find out how to find our purpose? I did a search in ...read more

  • Backsliding

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 1, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,496 views

    Gradually backsliding is gradually dying,which can be avoided.

    BACKSLIDING Luke 9:62 62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. 2 Peter 2:20-22 20 For if after they have escaped the pollutions of the ...read more

  • Finding The Living Among The Dead.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Sep 13, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,642 views

    God is the God of the Living and not the God of the Dead. Speaking of Christ return and reign on this earth is sometimes difficult to get thru to people.

    Finding The Living Among The Dead. God is the God of the Living and not the God of the Dead. Speaking of Christ return and reign on this earth is sometimes difficult to get thru to people. Many want to ...read more

  • The Power Of Commitment

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 15, 2005
    based on 477 ratings
     | 97,307 views

    Commitment is the key to discovering the blessings of God

    The Power of Commitment Luke 9:57-62 July 9, 2005 Introduction A certain man wanted to sell his house in Haiti for two thousand dollars and another man wanted badly to purchase the house. The problem was that the man who wanted to purchase the house could not come up with enough money to buy the ...read more

  • Jesus Invites Us To Follow Him

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 22, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 14,791 views

    PENTECOST 6(C) - Jesus invites us to follow Him without hestitation and with steadfast mercy.

    JESUS INVITES US TO FOLLOW HIM LUKE 9:51—62 JULY 20, 2003 LUKE 9:51-62 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 ...read more

  • Plow Your Field

    Contributed by James May on Aug 14, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 13,013 views

    Keep your hands on the plow lest you become a traitor to the Lord. Plow a straight row and reap the harvest.

    PLOW YOUR FIELD Luke 9:57-62, "And it came to pass, that, as they went in the way, a certain man said unto him, Lord, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head. And he ...read more

  • Are We Following Jesus Or Not?

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,584 views

    Jesus was on the road to the cross with all that came with it - rejection and suffering. His call to follow him is absolute and he calls us to 100% commitment. This short sermon challenges us to follow him in everything we do, all of the time.

    Luke 9: 57-62 Have you ever been quoted out of context? Have you ever been misunderstood? Jesus was often misunderstood, and when we hear these shocking words from the life of Jesus we are reminded that following him requires us to always follow, and not to dip in and out of following him. If I ...read more