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  • Herbert Armstrong Bosantog avatar

    The "Rapid Growth" Towards Christ-Likeness!

    Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 5, 2012
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    I learned that DISCIPLESHIP is not MANDATORY! DISCIPLESHIP should not be MOTIVATED by FEAR. Let me ILLUSTRATE my LIFE, when I was in the ENGINEERING, I was DOMINATED by FEAR! I wasn’t STUDYING to LEARN, rather I was STUDYING because of FEAR of FAILING,

    INTRODUCTION: It’s about 2 yrs. have passed when I DENIED myself, CARRIED my OWN CROSS and FOLLOWED Jesus CHRIST! I encountered a lot of TRIALS that TESTED my FAITH, endurance, patience, self-control, humility & forgiveness. I learned to FOCUS in PURSUING my CALLING and not to ENTERTAIN ...read more

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  • Brian Keith avatar

    The Unfinished Tower & A King's Rash War Series

    Contributed by Brian Keith on Feb 28, 2012
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    Part of a series on Core Issues, this message talks about counting the cost of discipleship.

    The Unfinished Tower and a King's Rash War – Counting the Cost of Discipleship Text - Luke 14:25-35 Introduction Did you hear about the accidental burning of the Quran in Afghanistan? Quote - "They should leave Afghanistan rather than disrespecting our religion, our faith. If next time ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Henderson avatar

    "The High Cost Of Discipleship"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 22, 2013
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    In this message we look at the real cost of discipleship. We have watered it down for today's culture. Jesus never did that.

    “The High Cost of Discipleship” Luke 14:25-35 Last week we left the disciples standing on the shore. They had just brought in such a large catch of fish that the nets were nearly breaking and when they placed all the fish in the boats they began to sink. Jesus said to them, come and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Putting Jesus First

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 16, 2013
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    Prioritising commitments, bearing the Cross, and counting the cost of discipleship.

    PUTTING JESUS FIRST. Luke 14:25-33. I. Prioritising commitments. Jesus, it has to be admitted, is a great orator. Seeing the crowds following Him, He turned (Luke 14:25), and spoke words that were designed to shock, and even offend His hearers. In a masterstroke of hyperbole, He took their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Shouldn’t We Put Family First?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 20, 2013
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    A look at the difficult passages where Jesus calls us to "hate" our families. Why would He ask something like that?

    IT SOUNDS GOOD AND RIGHT: “Family first.” - “Family first” comes naturally for us because it’s so easy to love your family more than anything. - Sure, they aggravate us sometimes, but they are our deepest earthly relationships. When a family is as it should be, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Luke avatar

    The Aggravation Factor Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 2, 2011
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    What does it cost to be healthy?

    SERIES: HEALTHY CHURCH! “THE AGGRAVATION FACTOR” LUKE 14:25-35 OPEN Some time ago, I heard an interesting adaptation of the biblical account of Adam and Eve. God was talking with Adam. He said, “You really need a helper, don’t you?” And Adam answered, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    No Turning Back

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 7, 2012
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    There are times in our spiritual lives when we want all the blessings of heaven, but with the least amount of sacrifice possible. There are times when we live our Christian lives in such a way that we seem to be saying, “What is the least amount that I ha

    Opening illustration: Surprised to see an empty seat at the Super Bowl stadium, a diehard fan remarked about it to a woman sitting nearby. “It was my husband’s,” the woman explained, “But he died.” “I’m very sorry,” said the man. “You know, I’m really surprised that a relative or friend didn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Price Of A Powerful Life

    Contributed by W F on Feb 18, 2006
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    If I want to lead a life of influence then I must pay the price of a powerful life.

    “The Price of a Powerful Life” Luke 14:25-27. There is a price to be paid if you want to lead a powerful life. Jesus put it like this ... ... any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be my disciple (Luke 14:33) Friends, if you want to lead other people to greatness you must pay ...read more

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    The Cost Of Commitment

    Contributed by Jeff Davenport on Mar 5, 2006
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    What is the true cost of commitment? Are you willing to pay it?

    The Cost of Your Commitment Luke14:25-35 Commitment is not found in the location of your body, but instead the location of your heart. (ie. Athlete, student) Illus: In 1947, a professor at the University of Chicago was scheduled to teach an advanced seminar in astrophysics. At the time he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving And Taking Honor Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 3, 2006
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    Honor: comprises the reputation, self-perception or moral identity of an individual or of a group. Webster’s says it has three parts: reputation, recognition, and privilege. Reputation is the opinion of other people have of you. Recognition is what they s

    Honor: comprises the reputation, self-perception or moral identity of an individual or of a group. Webster’s says it has three parts: reputation, recognition, and privilege. Reputation is the opinion of other people have of you. Recognition is what they say about you because of that opinion, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    The True Costs And Benefits Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 5, 2006
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    What does it take to be a disciple of Jesus Christ? What does it mean to take up your cross and follow Him. It may be different than you think.

    Two of the major reasons marriages fail are 1) a failure to leave or 2) a failure to cleave. If a husband or wife is so burdened by their family of origin, or are literally shackled by their parents and unable to form a new life with their husband, the marriage is in jeopardy. Or if they leave ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Todd Stiles avatar

    Consider The Cost Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Oct 12, 2006
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    What does it take to follow Jesus? Find out in this message about the tower builder and the king.

    "Consider the Cost" Luke 14:25-35 Have you ever got involved in something, only to realize afterwards that it wasn¡¦t what you thought? Even though they told you what was required, for some reason it just didn¡¦t sink in¡Kand so you found yourself feeling like an unhappy camper just halfway into ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    How Much Does It Cost

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 7, 2006
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    The sermon deals with the cost of following Jesus. See it or download it to your computer or mp3 player at www.glenvillenewlife.com

    How Much Does It Cost 11/5/2006 Ruth 4:1-6 Luke 14:25-35 How many of you went shopping this week. How many of you were able to find some good bargains? How many of you put something back on the shelf because of the price tag on it? I have a theory that there are three basic kind of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Hicks avatar

    The Cost Of Discipleship

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
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    There is a cost involved with discipleship, in moving from the crowd to the committed.

    The Cost of Discipleship Matthew 8:18-22 What is the cost of discipleship? Jesus urged His followers to count the cost, but have any of us really taken the time to think about the cost of following Jesus, and have we settled in our hearts that we are willing to follow Him, no matter what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Victor Yap avatar

    The Way Of The Student Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 26, 2007
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    Stations of the Cross, Pt. 2

    THE WAY OF THE STUDENT (LUKE 14:25-33) Upon entering a little country store, a stranger noticed a sign reading “Danger! Beware of Dog” posted on the glass door. Inside, he noticed a harmless old hound dog asleep on the floor besides the cash register. The stranger asked the store manager, “Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible