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  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Love Enough To Hate

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 31, 2022
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    Jesus calls us to hate those we are supposed to love. How? Why? Find out.

    9.4.22 Luke 14:25–35 25 Large crowds were traveling with Jesus. He turned and said to them, 26 “If anyone comes to me and does not hate his own father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, yes, even his own life, he cannot be my disciple. 27 Whoever does not carry his own ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Redeemed By Precious Blood 1 Peter 1:18-19 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 24, 2024
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     | 1,508 views

    1 Peter 1:18-19 inspires us to grasp the depth of Christ's sacrifice and to respond with lives transformed by His redeeming love.

    Redeemed by Precious Blood 1 Peter 1:18-19 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truth of our redemption through the precious blood of Christ, as highlighted in 1 Peter 1:18-19. This passage reveals the ultimate price paid for our salvation and invites us to respond to this transformative ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Looking At My Lifeline: A Story Of Hope

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 20, 2023
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    As a kidney patient, I have to rely on a dialysis machine to perform the functions that my kidneys are no longer able to do. Dialysis is my physical "lifeline". However, I have a greater lifeline in the Lord Jesus Christ who keeps me alive in every way.

    I have been dealing with progressive kidney failure for nearly five years and the effects upon one's body that come with it. I've endured numerous trips to doctors, specialists, nutritionists, and other experts who have been more than helpful in getting me through this rough spot in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "to Jerusalaem... A Mission To Complete

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 29, 2020
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     | 2,912 views

    Jesus rebuked Peter because Peter did not understand God's plan.... Jerusalem, the cross and empty grave would mean forgiveness and eternal life. We all make mistakes... quotes by Barbara Bush, John Stott

    In Jesus Holy Name August 30, 2020 Text: Matthew 16:21-28 Pentecost XIII – Redeemer “To Jerusalem…A Mission to Complete” Jesus and His disciples were at Caesarea Philippi. Their ministry to this point had been a stunning success. Crowds pressed in on them everywhere they ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Foundation Of Following

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 31, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
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    This Bible study from Luke examines the basic requirements for discipleship

    The Foundation for Following Luke 14.25-35 Midweek Bible Study November 5, 1997 Large crowds were traveling with Jesus and he turned and said to them, “If anyone comes to me but loves his father, mother, wife, children, brothers or sisters - or even life - more than me, he cannot be my ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Who Is A True Disciple Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,728 views

    We will begin our study of the Sermon Jesus delivered, call the “Sermon on the Mount”, why is it called the sermon on the Mount, well because he delivered it while standing on a Mountain side. We also need to understand tonight that Jesus’ main target aud

    Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part I of 2 Who is a true Disciple? Matthew 5:1-12 Introduction Today we are going to look at what is commonly referred to as the Beatitudes. Another way of describing them is “The keys to receiving God’s approval” Are you having difficulty experiencing the approval of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Advent 2 - (Love) 2006 Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 20,344 views

    A sermon for the second Sunday of Advent. Love.

    Luke 3:1-6 “Love” What would we have without Christmas??? (From sermoncentral.com) • The candied fruit market would completely collapse! • Our boring, uneventful lives would have no stress at all! • Eggnog would just be a slimy, high cholesterol beverage. • Santa would be a strange fat man ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    I Do Part 4 - For Better Or For Worse Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 1, 2010
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     | 7,471 views

    Continuing our sermon series on Marriage/Relationship to Christ... this sermon focuses on staying dedicated despite the hardships.

    2 Timothy 3:12-17 12 In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, 13 while evil men and impostors will go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived. 14 But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Journey To Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 6, 2019
     | 7,689 views

    1) The Determination Executed (Luke 9:51-53), 2) The Discipleship Error (Luke 9:53-56), and 3) The Diversion Excuse (Luke 9:57-62).

    Luke 9:51-62 [51] When the days drew near for him to be taken up, he set his face to go to Jerusalem. [52] And he sent messengers ahead of him, who went and entered a village of the Samaritans, to make preparations for him. [53] But the people did not receive him, because his face was set toward ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Half Gospel Church

    Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 7, 2026
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    Discipleship begins where control ends. Trust is revealed not by belief, but by movement

    Introduction We live in a time that prizes manageability above almost everything else. We want lives that are controllable, predictable, and efficient. We value systems that reduce friction and minimize risk. We are constantly offered ways to simplify what feels demanding, streamline what feels ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Straight Street

    Contributed by Nick S Panico on May 20, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 17,048 views

    Acts 9 tells of Saul's journey to "Straight Street." It's the journey of a man who was lost in religion and how he finds his way to a real relationship with the Living God. How to get to and live on Straight Street.

    “Straight Street” Acts 9:1 through Acts 9:11 (NIV) 1Meanwhile, Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord’s disciples. He went to the high priest 2and asked him for letters to the synagogues in Damascus, so that if he found any there who belonged to the Way, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Follow The Leader

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,190 views

    What does Jesus expect of His followers?

    Subscribe to Jonathan’s Sermon of the Week - email jonrmcleod@yahoo.com Visit Jonathan’s sermon blog - http://jonathan-mcleod.blogspot.com/ DISCIPLES OF JESUS CHRIST Question: How many times are the words “Christian” or “Christians” found in the New Testament? Answer: Only 3 (Acts 11:26; 26:28; 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Martin Wiles avatar

    How To Know Who You Are

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Nov 2, 2010
     | 3,935 views

    Our lives must be built on the solid foundation of faith in Christ.

    How To Know Who You Are Matthew 7:21-29 INTRODUCTION A. Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s definition of salvation. 1. German theologian aware of the deception and delusion of the Lutheran church of his day. 2. Described their teaching as “cheap grace.” 3. Profession of faith was carried out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come Unto Me: An Exposition Of Matthew 11:16-30

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 27, 2020
     | 5,828 views

    Jesus' invitation to come to Him has an "or else" component to it.

    Come Unto Me: An Exposition of Matthew 11:16-30 The Gospel lectionary text selection for what is called Proper 9, seems at first to be quite odd. The selections are Matthew 11:16-20 and 11:25-30, leaving out what is between. The first selection talks about the people rejecting the message of both ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Seventh Trumpet PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 837 views

    Explores the eternal reign of God, emphasizing His sovereignty and triumph amidst chaos.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, united in faith, bound by our love for the Lord and His Word. We are a community, a family, knit together by the grace of God, and it is my privilege to share with you this morning from the rich tapestry of His Word. Our focus ...read more

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