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  • Robert Leroe avatar

    Slave Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 29, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,842 views

    In this overlooked parable Jesus describes the life of discipleship in terms of service. Rather than focusing on our rights and needs, and deciding what we'd like to do, we need to focus on how we can serve our Master.

    This has been called “the most troubling parable” in the Bible. Why does Jesus say we are like unworthy servants? I know I must have read this before, but somehow I glossed over it. I've got a lot of books on the parables of Jesus and most omit this one. A year ago an article in ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Charles R. Peck avatar

    Who Are You Looking For

    Contributed by Charles R. Peck on May 4, 2014
     | 3,968 views

    The church age wat not known by the prophets, they were looking for something better.

    Of which salvation the prophets have inquired 1 Peter 1 10/13 When we begin to examine the Word of God we see men like Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Moses who lived before or in the dispensation of the law. “And these all having obtained a good report through faith, did not receive the promise, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    See What You Believe Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 20, 2023
     | 2,147 views

    Following Christ is a life of faith lived in holy anticipation. If that’s the kind of life you want, then start where you need to. Believe what you see or believe hoping to see. Then believe before you see until you see what you believe.

    Sales were stagnant at the insurance company where Daniel P. Amos worked as the chief executive. So, he decided to take a huge risk with a novel ad campaign that poked fun at the company’s name. Take a look (show Aflac—Barra at the Barber, www.youtube.com/watch?v=VS83HdpzxDU). This was one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    When We Forget Our Primary Duty

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 18, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,018 views

    Humans become like those rebels when they forget that their primary mission in life is to live and die in love with God and neighbor.

    Saturday of 29th Week in Course 2022 Jesus always paid attention to the local news, wherever He might have been ministering. Today’s Gospel actually gives us two situations in which Jesus gets to comment on something happening in Jerusalem, something that these days would make at least page two of ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Scott Jensen avatar

    Seeking A King (Behold)

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Dec 31, 2019
     | 3,817 views

    God wants us to seek him, but we don't always seek him properly. Even with the distractions, we face in life, God is still there waiting for us.

    Opening and Introduction When I think of looking for something, a book designed for kids comes to mind. It’s a book with pictures called “Where’s Waldo”. Did anyone see any of those books? The idea was to look for this guy with a red and white stripped shirt that always seemed to blend-in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    By Example

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Sep 21, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,506 views

    FOLLOW BY EXAMPLE

    BY EXAMPLE THESSALONIA LETTERS ARE ANOTHER SET OF PAIRED LETTERS IN THE NEW TESTAMENT. IN PAUL DAY THESSALONICA WAS THE ROMAN CAPITAL OF THE PROVINCE OF MACEDONIA. IT WAS LOCATED ON A PRIMARY ROAD LEADING FROM ROME TO THE EASTERN PART OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE. THIS CITY IS TODAY NAMED SALONIKA, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Getting Started

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 25, 2020
     | 2,626 views

    Getting started begins with following Jesus.

    Title: Getting Started Text: Matthew 4:12-25 Thesis: Getting started begins with following Jesus. Introduction These days I am a vicarious adventurer… I will never toss a sleeping bag and a camping stove and a copy of Whitman’s Leaves of Grass in the back of a pickup truck and chronical my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Can You Have Too Much Of A Good Thing?

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 5, 2023
     | 896 views

    A sermon for the Sundays following Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 22

    September 3, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 16:21-28 Can You Have Too Much of a Good Thing? Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Adding salt to a baking recipe enhances the final flavor in complex ways. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Surviving Persecution And Affliction PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 105 views

    Following Christ means embracing sacrifice and perseverance, trusting God’s presence and strength through hardship, and finding lasting hope and purpose in Him alone.

    If you’ve ever watched a seasoned craftsman at work—hands steady, eyes kind, voice calm—you know the comfort of a good example. He doesn’t rush. He doesn’t grandstand. He lets you stand nearby, sleeves rolled up, and learn the rhythm of the work. That’s how Paul speaks to Timothy in this passage. ...read more

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    No Condemnation: Living Free While Following Jesus - Romans 8:1 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 23, 2026
    based on 2 ratings
     | 338 views

    But Romans 8:1 may be the most life-altering sentence ever written for a human soul. Follow Jesus—not from fear of judgment, but from the joy of freedom.

    No Condemnation: Living Free While Following Jesus - Romans 8:1 (NLT) Introduction: A Verdict That Changes Everything Church, there are words that alter the course of a life. “You’re fired.” “It’s malignant.” “I do.” But Romans 8:1 may be the most life-altering sentence ever written for a human ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Extraordinary Calling Of Ordinary People

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 27, 2026
     | 102 views

    ordinary people doing extraordinary things

    Extraordinary calling of ordinary people Luke 23:50 Good morning everyone, glad that you are here Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year As we are in the last Sunday of 2025 and heading fast to 2026, could we take a minute to pray that the Lord would be allowed in our lives to lead us and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Take Up Your Cross And Follow Jesus Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,232 views

    Jesus' teaching on discipleship in Luke 9:23-27 shows us what is involved in being a disciple of Jesus.

    Scripture We have come to what one commentator called “a turning point in Luke’s Gospel.” In the first part of his Gospel, Luke demonstrated the identity of Jesus. Then Peter, on behalf of the twelve disciples, confessed Jesus as the Christ (9:18-20). From this point on now Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Robert Jones avatar

    What Kind Of Disciple Are You?

    Contributed by Robert Jones on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 164 ratings
     | 7,833 views

    Counting the cost of Discipleship

    WHAT KIND OF DISCIPLE ARE YOU? LUKE 14:25-35 Story of family coming from Church-----father—talking about the preacher----mother talking about the lady behind her and her loud singing-------daughter talking about her S.S. teacher------Son talking about the lady in front ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    The Cost Of True Discipleship: An Exposition Of Matthew 16:21-28

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 19, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,162 views

    Is it "Come and Dine" or "Come and Die" as Bonhoeffer stated about the Cost of Discilpeship?

    The Call to True Discipleship: An Exposition of Matthew 16:21-28 Poor Peter! He had just had a most dramatic revelation and confession of who Jesus is. Because of this, Jesus had called him blessed. He had given Simon a new name Peter which means “stone.” Not only this, Jesus had personally given ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The King Revealed: Entering By The Right Gate, Following The True Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 9, 2026
    based on 1 rating
     | 162 views

    Every kingdom is defined by its king. His character shapes the culture, his authority determines the boundaries, and his word decides who belongs. In Matthew 7, Jesus is not whispering gentle advice—He is revealing Himself as King. Not a life coach. Not a moral philosopher. The King.

    The King Revealed: Entering by the Right Gate, Following the True Shepherd Introduction: When the King Steps Forward Every kingdom is defined by its king. His character shapes the culture, his authority determines the boundaries, and his word decides who belongs. In Matthew 7, Jesus is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal