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  • Brian Bill avatar

    Counting The Cost Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 17, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,845 views

    It’s costly to follow Christ, but the cost is worth it.

    This week I was working on this message at a McDonald’s when I met a man who told me to keep the sermon short. Did one of you put him up to this? Before leaving, he passed along some words of wisdom: “The brain can only absorb what the seat can endure.” I’m going to take that to heart today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Counting The Cost

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 19, 2022
     | 1,951 views

    One of the things that we are impressed by today, is numbers.

    When we drive down the highway and see a lot of cars in the parking lot of a restaurant, we assume that it is a great place to eat. Many of us would admit that we have eaten at places where the parking lot was filled with cars, but we were not impressed with the food or the service. We make that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Counting The Cost

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 19, 2022
     | 1,306 views

    On the Fox news Channel, September 2, 1999, on the Hannity and Colmes television program,

    they were talking about a youth march sponsored by the Muslim religion that was to take place on the following Labor Day Week-end. The Mayor of the city had some great concerns, and did not want to grant them a permit to march, because these are some violent people. On the program, they had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Edward Frey avatar

    Count The Cost

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Sep 22, 2001
    based on 36 ratings
     | 10,042 views

    The cost of following Jesus is but a faithful recognition that he comes first.

    Sermon Text: Luke 14:25-33 Count The Cost! Dog owners often post signs on their property saying, “Beware of dog.” A friend of mine had one of those signs on his fence. The only problem was that his dog didn’t fit the warning. His dog was a lazy, old hound that barely moved. If anything you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Richard Crow avatar

    Count The Cost

    Contributed by Richard Crow on Sep 2, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,371 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

  • Mark Haines avatar

    Count The Cost

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 4, 2001
    based on 115 ratings
     | 6,334 views

    A deductive exposition of the text with illustrations challenging people to count the cost of following Jesus.

    Text: Luke 14:1—35 Title: Count the Cost Series: Lent 2001 Topic: Christian Living/Discipleship Theme: Cost of following Jesus Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to count the true cost of following Jesus. Response: Individuals will fill out cards ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Giles Mullen avatar

    Counting The Cost

    Contributed by Giles Mullen on Feb 8, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,256 views

    Trust in Jesus; how far will your trust in Jesus Christ carry you in todays society? Will you be seen as a commited to discipleship, or like Judas--an uncommitted pretender?

    COUNTING THE COST Luke 14:25-35 Counting the cost of discipleship. That is something that we don’t like to think about too often. But, everything comes at a cost. For an athlete, they must decide early in life just how serious he/she wants to become in their sport and train accordingly. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Dobbs avatar

    Count The Cost Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 16, 2024
     | 643 views

    Courageous faith always finds its strength in knowing the presence of Christ, hearing his Word, and following his example

    Keys of Courageous Faith: Count The Cost Mark 10:17-31 Introduction Courageous faith always finds its strength in knowing the presence of Christ, hearing his Word, and following his example. This month we have followed the growing courage in the faith of the disciples as we make our way ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Count The Cost PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023
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    To emphasize the importance of understanding and being willing to pay the full cost of completely surrendering to and following Jesus.

    Good morning, church. Today, we are going to delve deep into the question, "Are you willing to pay the price?" This involves not just being a follower of Jesus, but rather selling out to Him completely. As we navigate through this topic, I am reminded of a profound quote by Ian Thomas, a respected ...read more

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  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Count The Cost

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 30, 2018
     | 7,137 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

  • Roshelle Brenneise avatar

    Count The Cost Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Apr 18, 2022
     | 4,355 views

    Decide FIRST if you are willing to pay the price of discipleship BEFORE following Jesus

    April 16, 2022 Have you ever asked this question, “How much is this going to cost?” Before buying a car…. Before investing in that cruise…. Before getting those Solar Panels…. Most of us don’t like to be surprised by the bottom line. We want to know UP FRONT how much that big purchase is ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Jefferson Williams avatar

    Count The Cost Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 9, 2022
     | 2,270 views

    Paul's Attitude, Paul's Charge, Paul's Purpose, Paul's Energy

    Above All: A Study in Colossians Colossians 1:24-29 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-08-2022 Freedom! [Brave Heart Clip 3:50 - 5:50] On August 23, 1305 William Wallace was arrested and tried, he was stripped naked, dragged through the streets, hung until he almost died. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Knight avatar

    To Count The Cost Series

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 16, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,112 views

    A look at the cost of following Jesus.

    Series: The Parables of Christ Topic: To Count The Cost February 17, 2002 Luke 14:25-35 Introduction: Ill-commercials for products -build up products -add bonus products/ features -then "How much would you expect to pay?" -finally "Just 3 easy payments of $$$" -car/truck ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Allen Hern avatar

    Counting The Cost Series

    Contributed by Allen Hern on Feb 17, 2004
    based on 67 ratings
     | 8,695 views

    When everyone else turned away from Jesus, the disciples had to count the cost. Their answer is still our answer: Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.

     200409.ser “Counting the Cost” CLBC Feb 15 04 a.m. Subject: Discipleship Theme: The Cost of Discipleship Passage: John 6: 60 - 71 It was a difficult time for the 12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Count The Cost

    Contributed by James May on Dec 4, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,239 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