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  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Beyond A Reasonable Doubt

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 19, 2023
     | 1,772 views

    At first the disciples doubted. But when faced with the evidence, they weighed it, tested it, and then acted upon it. Their verdict has stood the test of time. And the grounds on which they stood are the same grounds upon which we can stand.

    Why do you suppose is it that, faced with the same data, some people interpret it one way and some people interpret it another? You have only to look at the George Floyd riots – and the other ones later that year - to know that. Not even exhaustive investigations convince people whose minds are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Michael Stark avatar

    When You Don't Know What To Ask Him To Do...

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 22, 2023
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     | 9,663 views

    If Jesus was to appear before you, asking you what you want Him to do for you, what would you say? The message is intended to be a challenge for us to boldly ask the Master for that one thing that weighs our hearts.

    “As [Jesus and His disciples] went out of Jericho, a great crowd followed him. And behold, there were two blind men sitting by the roadside, and when they heard that Jesus was passing by, they cried out, ‘Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!’ The crowd rebuked them, telling them to be silent, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    God Of The Nations Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
     | 226 views

    Our God is not limited to churches, continents, or constitutions. He is the God of the nations, who reigns from eternity past to eternity future. He is watching the nations, weighing them in His balance, and inviting them to bow to His rule.

    GOD OF THE NATIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 22:27-28 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:15, Acts 17:26-27, Daniel 4:17, Revelation 15:3-4, Psalm 33:10-12 INTRODUCTION: In a time when global systems are shaken, political structures fail, and cultures drift further from truth, it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Roshelle Brenneise avatar

    Jeremiah And Lamentations Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jul 11, 2021
     | 6,415 views

    Jeremiah was a reluctant prophet. He didn't want the job, but he did what God asked him to do at great personal cost.

    July 10, 2021 Jeremiah was born during the reign of Manasseh – Judah’s worst king. Little is known about his early life, but in the 13th year of Josiah’s reign {627 BC}, Jeremiah got THE CALL. Which brings us to My Favorite Thing About JEREMIAH. He was a reluctant prophet. He did not apply ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Discipleship

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2018
     | 14,476 views

    When Jesus speaks about counting the cost to be his disciple he made it clear that following him would cost us our life of ease, our money and our time. To be a disciple of Jesus means we are the salt the preserving force in this world in which we live in.

    Opening Video Illustration: Sermoncentral.com – Are you Ready (4:15 min) Theme: Time Management “Desire that your life count for something great! Long for your life to have eternal significance. Want this! Don’t coast through life without a passion.” ? John Piper, Don't Waste Your Life Thesis: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Parable Of The Wedding Banquet PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,800 views

    God's love and invitation to His kingdom is extended to all, but we must understand and be willing to pay the cost of following Jesus, and share His love with everyone, regardless of their past.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're diving into a remarkable passage from the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 22, verses 1-14. Our theme today is God's invitation to all, counting the cost of following Jesus, and the parable of the wedding banquet. This powerful message reminds us of God's ...read more

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  • Timothy Archer avatar

    How Heavy Is That Cross? Series

    Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 20, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,364 views

    We should count the costs of following Jesus. We must live a fully commited life, or our life is wasted.

    Introduction: I want you to imagine with me just one moment. Ask yourself this question: “How would my life be different if I fully dedicated it to the Lord?” If you fully dedicated your life to the Lord, would you do the same things tomorrow? How would you spend your time? What sort of things ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Allen Hern avatar

    "Nothing Cheap About Grace" Series

    Contributed by Allen Hern on Sep 5, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 11,597 views

    It is important for believers to be aware of the cost of their salvation which, though free to us, required the greatest price ever known to man.

    200234.ser “Nothing Cheap About Grace” BREBC Sept. 1, 2002 a.m. Subject: Salvation Theme: The Cost of Salvation Passage: 1 Peter 1: 17 - 21 Who doesn’t like to get something that is free? But we have become pretty sceptical. When we see something that is free, we tend to look behind the scenes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob Ashcraft avatar

    Desiring A True Move Of God

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Apr 8, 2001
    based on 156 ratings
     | 16,225 views

    If we want to see a move of God, then there is a cost. Many cry out for a move but will not pay the price. God is waiting on us.

    04/08/2001 Desiring A True Move of God 2 Chr 7:14 “if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.  A direct word for the church in these ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kent Simmons avatar

    An Encouraging Word

    Contributed by Kent Simmons on May 26, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,989 views

    Often we encourage others, sometimes we need encouragement, but does encouragement come at a cost to the one who encourages?

    “An Encouraging Word” Sermon Notes, Acts 15:22-35 NIV Kent Simmons AC 15:22 Then the apostles and elders, with the whole church, decided to choose some of their own men and send them to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas. They chose Judas (called Barsabbas) and Silas, two men who were leaders among ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Paradise Lost: The Fall Of Man

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 27, 2005
    based on 86 ratings
     | 29,499 views

    God created man for abundance and placed him in paradise, but sin cost him more than he ever expeced.

    PARADISE LOST “The Fall of Man” Genesis 3 Last week I watched a news report about a mother and two teenagers had been missing in California. Their car was found burned in a wooded area and two bodies were found in the trunk. The thought sickened me and I said to Wanda Sue, “How could people do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bart Leger avatar

    Pay Attention

    Contributed by Bart Leger on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,444 views

    We need to pay attention to the important things in the Christian life. One moment of inattention may cost us dearly.

    The London Underground is the one of the largest subway systems in the world. Affectionately called “the tube” by the British, it handles up to 3 million passenger journeys a day. If you ever get the chance to ride the London Underground, you will most definitely while standing on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Here Comes Trouble Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 24, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,108 views

    12th in long series on Joshua. This deals with sin in a believer’s life, which will cost him spiritual victory.

    Joshua 7:1-26 – Here Comes Trouble Today we continue our journey through Joshua. The whole book is about taking new territory. As Christians, God leads us on a journey, a walk into new places. Some people never get out and stretch their spiritual legs. They are still the same people as they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    Discipleship Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 26, 2011
     | 5,482 views

    This series focuses on becoming a true disciple. Part one focuses on our need to understand the costs involved in becoming a disciple.

    Discipleship Part 1: Pupil and Followers Scriptures: Matthew 18:3; Luke 14:25-33 Introduction: This morning I will start a series I’ve titled “Discipleship.” In our adult bible study class, we have been discussing our simple church process. A large part of our discussions ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • J.D. Tutell avatar

    He Leads Me Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,489 views

    The shepherd must provide freedom for the sheep to find rest and providing them with still water comes at great cost to the shepherd.

    As we continue to walk through the 23rd Psalm we see that David knew who would provide for him. The answer was God. Last week we looked at the first verse, “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want.” We saw that this verse contains the beautiful promise that God will provide for our needs. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist