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  • Richard Crow avatar

    Count The Cost

    Contributed by Richard Crow on Sep 2, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,016 views

    In order to live a committed Christian life, we must first count the cost. Ask yourself "What is the cost of NOT following Jesus?"

    Count the Cost Luke 14:25-33 Sept 8, 2002 The following are actual responses from comment cards given to the staff members at Bridger Wilderness Area in 1996: 1. Trails need to be reconstructed. Please avoid building trails that go uphill. 2. Too many bugs and leeches and spiders and spider ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Johnston avatar

    Counting The Cost

    Contributed by David Johnston on Jul 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,274 views

    A great "back to school" message for youth. You ever take a trip without figuring out how much gas it’s going to take you? Of course not. Then why don’t we count the cost for serving God?

    Counting the Cost Luke 14:27-30 27 And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple. 28 For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it? 29 Lest haply, after he hath laid the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dale Miller avatar

    Count The Cost Series

    Contributed by Dale Miller on Mar 23, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 7,832 views

    This sermon deals with Jesus teaching about the cost of being a disciple.

    MUB SEPT. 24, 2006 LUKE 14; 25;27 5Large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: 26“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 disciple. 27And anyone who does not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Character Counts

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jan 10, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,198 views

    Ananias and Sapphira felt that they could play games with God and the church. There are a few reasons why this is a bad idea.

    Passage: Acts 5:1-11 Intro: Every time God is working to accomplish something that involves people, we can be sure of one thing. 1. People will find a way to mess it up! 2. we see it in Scripture, we see it in history, we see it in our own experiences. 3. missions, churches, ministries are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Is It The Thought That Counts?

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,429 views

    Jesus’ parable of the dishonest but shrewd steward shows us that what people want is something real, not just nice thoughts; and that the use of God’s money is our finest responsibility.

    My brother-in-law has a unique ability, a very special talent. He has the ability to go into a men’s clothing store, size up all the merchandise available, and cane out with the very worst, the most atrocious looking stuff that money can buy. What is worse, he does that when he is shopping for me. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Character Counts

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 28, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,356 views

    Character counts and it impacts. God is concerned with our character, more than our comfort and competence.

    RECAP last week's sermon – Matt 7:15-23 – the false prophets were IN the circle but OUT of salvation. • Right believing leads to RIGHT LIVING. It starts on the INSIDE. It is a RELATIONSHIP with Jesus Christ. • Draw close to Him every day and you’ll see your life ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Counting The Cost

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 5, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,075 views

    A sermon on finances and stewardship from Luke 14:25-33, especially vs. 28-30 (Outline and material adapted from a transcript of a message by Gene Appel with Willow Creek)

    HoHum: Pass out Children’s Bulletins From Sermon4Kids at: http://www.sermons4kids.com/count_the_cost.html How many of you would like to play the piano? Wait! Not so fast! Before you raise your hand and say "yes" to that question, let's see what it would cost to be able to play the piano and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Making It Count Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 27, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,932 views

    This is the 8th sermon in the series "Rebuilding". As you rebuild, do it right.

    Series: Rebuilding [#8] MAKING IT COUNT Nehemiah 7:1-73 Introduction: Have you ever struggled with feelings that your life is not worthwhile? I think we all feel that way at times. I know that I do. Life goes by so quickly. I often think about, “What am I accomplishing that really ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Everybody Counts

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 4, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,930 views

    To stress that everyone matters to God!

    I think it is time that we settle this issue once and for all. I mean we have talked about it and visited this conversation many times before and it is time we clear the air and move on. Everybody and I do mean everybody counts! Your neighbors may not know your name, and you may have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Counting The Cost

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 5, 2019
     | 3,957 views

    Discipleship is not for the faint of heart.

    Counting The Cost Luke 14: 25 - 33 Intro: I recently read the true story about a preacher who was standing at the door shaking hands as the congregation departed on Easter Sunday. He grabbed one man by the hand and pulled him aside. The preacher said to him, The man replied, "You need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Count The Cost

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 30, 2018
     | 8,107 views

    One must seriously consider what it means to follow Christ and what commitment is needed to be a Christian.

    I ADMIT IT! I HAVE A TENDENCY TO BE “CHEAP”! WHEN FACING UTILITY BILLS, CAR REPAIR, MEDICAL CO-PAYS, OR HOME REPAIRS, I ALWAYS SEEM TO AKS ONE PARTICULAR QUESTION FIRST: HOW MUCH IS THIS GOING TO COST? IT IS AN HONEST QUESTION. WE’LL ALWAYS BE CONCERNED WITH COST AND HOW MUCH WE WILL HAVE TO PAY ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Giving That Counts Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Nov 27, 2018
     | 5,096 views

    From Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, we can discover and learn three qualities of a successful giver. Successful givers are generous. Successful givers have a positive attitude about giving. And successful givers are secure.

    It had been a hard winter in the Rockies. The snow piled deeper and deeper. The temperature dropped below zero and stayed there. The rivers froze. People were suffering. After a long, hard day, a rescue team in a helicopter saw a cabin nearly submerged in the snow as they were returning to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Casey Campbell avatar

    Character Counts!

    Contributed by Casey Campbell on Feb 27, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,494 views

    Don't forget who you are: a child of the King!

    He who walks with integrity walks securely, But he who perverts his ways will become known. The unstated premise of this verse is that personal security is great blessing. It is a blessing to be able face the world directly, hold your head up high, and not be burdened by the worry of regularly, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    Count The Costs Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 20, 2011
     | 8,231 views

    You have to admit that you are a sinner, that God is greater than sin, you must give yourself to God and; if you are resisting continuing with the program, then you must count the costs of continuing in your sinful state or changing your course.

    Sunday, July 27, 2008 “Count the Costs” Text: Luke 14: 28 This Sunday we move to a pivotal point in our therapeutic program: 12 steps in nine weeks: breaking your addiction to sin. First we know that you have to admit that you are a sinner. Second that God is greater than ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Counting The Cost

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 7, 2016
    based on 21 ratings
     | 11,612 views

    To establish that success is never achieved without one first counting the cost. This lesson deals with our commitment and faithfulness to Christ; and his promise to us regarding eternal life.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Counting the Cost before Building 2. Counting the Cost before Battle 3. Counting the Cost before Believing Remarks. 1. In this lesson we will discuss the theme: “counting the cost.” Success can never be achieved by anyone unless they have taken the time to sit ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ