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  • The Cost Of Following Jesus

    Contributed by Stuart Webb on Oct 23, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,182 views

    ’When the warm fuzzies end’. When we first meet Jesus we experience the warmth and unconditional Love of God.But as we grow in God we are confronted by the challenging call to discipleship. This requires laying down our selfish desires and doing Gods will

    The Cost of following Jesus Luke 14:25-35 (New International Version - UK) Large crowds were travelling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: 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 ...read more

  • Paying The Cost To Not Be The Boss

    Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,232 views

    Jesus demonstrates for us that there is a difference between salvation and discipleship.

    Other Scripture used: Deuteronomy 30:15-20 Philemon 1-20 Psalm 1 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) I. Intro God’s definitely got ...read more

  • The High Cost Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,364 views

    In this message we look at 5 snapshots/pictures of the church. These snapshots help the listener see the NT church as it is intended to be.

    “The High Cost of Discipleship” Luke 14:25-35 I think that one of the most deceptive things we see in our world today are ads that tell us one thing but when we look closer there is a lot they are not telling us. Ads for cars are notorious for this. You’ve seen them. They advertise a car at one ...read more

  • Counting The Cost Of Worship

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,399 views

    Worship should be the most natural aspect of a Christian’s life.

    Title: Counting The Cost Of Worship Text: John 12:1-8 Introduction James Michener, writing in his book, The Source, tells the story of a man named Urbaal, who was a farmer living about 2200 B.C. He worshiped two gods, one a god of death, the other a goddess of fertility. One day, the temple ...read more

  • Count Up The Cost

    Contributed by Timothy Brewington Ii on Sep 1, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 12,012 views

    This sermon is to encourage those that will follow Christ, to understand there is a cost for discipleship.

    In Matthew 11: 28, Jesus said, “Come unto me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. This is a general invitation to all of humanity to come to Christ so that we may be relieved from our burdened. Christ is willing to carry our burdens if we come to Him. If we follow ...read more

  • Giving Till It Costs Series

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on May 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,133 views

    Our giving should not be cheap or second hand. David exemplifies the principle of giving of our selves as a part of the gift.

    Giving till it costs 2 Samuel 24:18-25 David’s personal sacrifice strongly underscored his humility. It was David’s humility as well as his actions that brought about the restoration he sought. The situation was grim. But it is hard for us to imagine why it was grim. David had counted the ...read more

  • The Cost Of Being Chosen Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 14, 2008
     | 10,441 views

    Peter encourages Christians by reminding them that regardless of what the world would throw they, having tasted the sweetness of God, are to be a different people.

    ILLUSTRATION: What Influence Do You Have on Others? A man in a hot air balloon realized he was lost. He reduced altitude and spotted a woman below. He descended a bit more and shouted, "Excuse me, can you help me? I promised a friend I would meet him an hour ago, but I don’t know where I am." The ...read more

  • What Is The Cost Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Nov 3, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,700 views

    While all believers are called to discipleship, Jesus shows that many are not willing to pay the price.

    ILLUSTRATION: Discipleship Two longstanding church members were in a boat fishing with a new Christian. Passing the time, each was talking about his fervent faith and devotion to God. As they were discussing their faith, one’s hat blew into the water. So he stood up, calmly stepped onto the ...read more

  • Cost Of Church Growth

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 27, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 29,745 views

    We all want our churches to grow but have we actually considered the cost?

    Well it’s been a year. Hardly seems possible in some ways and yet on the other hand it seems like we’ve been here forever. Now understand that while we have only been here for a year in this church building this church body has been in existence since six of us started meeting in our living room ...read more

  • The Cost Of Following Jesus

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 9, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,185 views

    There is a cost to be paid for everything we do in life, even in our spiritual lives. We explore this concept using King Jehoshaphat and his decision to turn the battle over to God and let God fight it for him.

    Last week, we spoke about our having problems and how those problems will undermine our walk with Christ if we let them. I reminded you of just how important it is to stay on top of the storms in your life, and that you can only do that by fully relying, not on yourself, but on Jesus Christ to ...read more

  • The High Cost Of Sinning

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,984 views

    Sin cost more than we want to pay.

    THE HIGH COST OF SINNING Romans 6 :23For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. 1. Hope is given in exchange for sin. There is no second name found in the bible where men can be saved Paul says there is no ...read more

  • The Cost Of Church Growth

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 9, 2012
     | 5,405 views

    We all want our churches to grow but are we aware of what that will cost and are we willing to pay the price

    It’s funny but in church life we often have a few different “Brand New Years”. The first Sunday in January we celebrate the “New Year” with the rest of Canada often with a sermon on forgetting the past and looking ahead to what God has in store for us. At Cornerstone ...read more

  • The High Cost Of Disobedience

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 3, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,792 views

    How to loose all we have from the Lord.

    THE HIGH COST OF DISOBEDIENCE 1Samuel 15;1-35 Obedience brings Gods blessing, while disobedience leads to defeat and destruction. Salvation provides the dynamic for obedience to the will of God. 1. Anointed to ...read more

  • The High Cost Of Freedom

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on May 25, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,073 views

    Not one of us..has ever done anything to deserve Gods Extravagant Love towards us! But thank The Lord He Lavishly Pours It Out On Us!

    The High Cost Of Freedom Tomorrow is “Memorial Day”. For most people it is just some much needed time off from the busy work schedule, It is a day, that the true meaning of, is mostly overlooked and sometimes forgotten. It’s the day once a year we set aside, to remember those ...read more

  • The Cost Of Freedom Is Blood

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 3, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,271 views

    Our nation was saved by the shedding of blood, our soul's are saved by the shedding of Jesus' blood.

    John 8:36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. What do you think of when you think of Memorial Day - the beginning of summer vacation, barbecues in the back yard, family get-togethers? While remembering certain things can be traumatic. The ability to remember is a ...read more

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