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  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    He Calls Us To Die To Ourselves

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 30, 2025
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    The fable of the wolf and the lamb that we heard is not just an ancient story.

    Title: He calls us to die to ourselves Intro: The fable of the wolf and the lamb that we heard is not just an ancient story. Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-9 Reflection My dear friends, let me tell you about something I witnessed last week that broke my heart. A young mother came to see me, tears ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    Nos Llama A Morir A Nosotros Mismos

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 30, 2025
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    La fábula del lobo y el cordero que hemos escuchado no es sólo una historia antigua.

    Título: Nos llama a morir a nosotros mismos Introducción: La fábula del lobo y el cordero que hemos escuchado no es sólo una historia antigua. Escritura: Isaías 11:6-9 Reflexión Queridos amigos, permítanme contarles algo que presencié la semana pasada y ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Tinatawag Niya Tayong Mamatay Sa Ating Sarili

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 30, 2025
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     | 115 views

    Ang pabula ng lobo at tupa na ating narinig ay hindi lamang isang sinaunang kuwento.

    Pamagat: Tinatawag niya tayong mamatay sa ating sarili Intro: Ang pabula ng lobo at tupa na ating narinig ay hindi lamang isang sinaunang kuwento. Banal na Kasulatan: Isaias 11:6-9 Pagninilay Mga mahal kong kaibigan, hayaan mong ikuwento ko sa inyo ang isang bagay na nasaksihan ko noong ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Chris Tiller avatar

    Prince Of Peace...?

    Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 15, 2005
    based on 134 ratings
     | 23,905 views

    A look at Jesus’ statements about coming to bring not peace, but division.

    With this speech, Jesus certainly grabs our attention. “Do you think that I have come to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but division.” It’s not exactly what most of us come to church on Sunday morning hoping to hear. To a large extent our families are what make us who we are, where we ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • James May avatar

    Count The Cost

    Contributed by James May on Dec 4, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 9,564 views

    Stop and count the cost of the spiritual warfare that you are now engaged in. Is the price you are going to pay worth the reward you will receive in the end?

    COUNT THE COST By Pastor Jim May Luke 14:28-33, "For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it? Lest haply, after he hath laid the foundation, and is not able to finish it, all that behold it begin to mock ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Virgil Hurley avatar

    Persevere To Victory

    Contributed by Virgil Hurley on Feb 15, 2007
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     | 9,057 views

    To help people persevere through the difficulties of discipleship to the victories it provides.

    PERSEVERE TO VICTORY Exodus 5:1-10, 20-21 As if by enchantment Moses materialized from Egypt’s shimmering sands: from a forty year exile; resolute in a God-given commission to liberate Israel; performing signs that convinced their elders and the people. Eye-blinding lightning and ear-splitting ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love Costs Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 9, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,408 views

    While traveling to Jerusalem, a Samaritan village refuses to welcome Jesus and his disciples. Instead of judgment, Jesus demonstrates to his followers overwhelming compassion and reminds us of how he moves in our lives.

    Luke 9:51-62 “Love Costs” INTRODUCTION The stories that we have of Jesus give us snapshots of Jesus, his life and his ministry. Snapshots are powerful communicators. They can, however, limit the information they convey, or massage it. We only see the story that is contained within the frame ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ed Wood avatar

    The Quandary Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006
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    Three men are called to be disciples. The first and third came to Jesus volunteering to be a disciple. This was unusual. The second man was approached by Jesus. This was the usual way.

    THE QUANDARY OF DISCIPLESHIP Luke 9:57-62 INTRO: This passage contains the encounter between Jesus and three would-be disciples of Jesus. The first two of the three are mentioned in Matt. 8:19-22. Let’s draw a comparison between these three. The first (a scribe), said, "I will follow you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cost To Serve Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 8, 2019
     | 8,240 views

    Jesus had revealed much about the difficulty and opposition the disciples would face as they sought to serve Him. Finally, He revealed their service would also require personal sacrifice - it would come at a cost.

    The Cost to Serve Matthew 10: 34-39 Jesus had revealed much to the disciples regarding what they could expect as they answered the call to proclaim the Good News. He warned that the task would not be easy, many would reject them, and they would face opposition along the way. However, in the midst ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Cole avatar

    Thrill Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 18, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 8,415 views

    There is a true joy in being a follower of Jesus only if we are totally dedicated to Him in all aspects of life

    “The Thrill of Discipleship” Introduction: Brother Dan Shafer sings a song that says, “When you walk with the Lord you won’t get bored”. I think Brother Dan is right. In the world today there are many misconceptions about Christianity and what it means to be a Christian. Most Americans claim to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    Christianity

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jun 26, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,447 views

    Explains the costs and rewards of faithfulness as a Christian.

    Let’s take a look at society’s honest view of the early church by reviewing this letter from antiquity: For Christians are not distinguished from the rest of mankind by country, or by speech, or by dress. For they do not dwell in cities of their own, or use a different language, or practice a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clint Shrum avatar

    Are You One Of His Disciples

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 6, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,784 views

    How being a disciple come with a cost

    RE YOU ONE OF HIS DISCIPLES Matthew 26:69-75 Intro: Here we find Jesus has been led into the area known as the Praetorium to be tried in court. Peter has re-appeared after abandoning Him in the garden. Immediately, a young woman has recognized Him as one of Jesus’ followers and begins to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Knight avatar

    The Call Of Missions

    Contributed by John Knight on Jun 4, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,763 views

    A look at the great commission and what it costs.

    The Call Of Missions Matthew 28:18-20; Luke 9:57-62 Text-Words from which every Missionary gets their calling Used probably more than any other scripture-save John 3:16 called "The Great Commission" 12 men/ now 11 sculpted, molded by Christ. Prepared for this one day when the disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Kris Roberts avatar

    The Heart Of A Servant

    Contributed by Kris Roberts on Apr 23, 2004
    based on 59 ratings
     | 23,054 views

    A look at what it costs to be great in this life

    “The Heart of a Servant” 1.Introduction · Who is the greatest person living today? Lead discussion Matthew 20:26-28 says… “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave, just as the Son of Msn did not come to be served, but to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    A Disciple. Me?

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 11, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 12,896 views

    Who is a disciple and what does it cost?

    Luke 14:33 So no one can become my disciple without giving up everything for me. Salvation is free but it’s not cheap, did you catch that? Salvation is free but it’s not cheap. Christ said, and I quote So no one can become my disciple without giving up everything for me.What a statement, any one ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan