Tag Archives: Disciple

If You Aren’t Fishing, Then You Aren’t Following

Posted on August 19, 2016 by

How many of you have ever gone fishing? As Christians, Jesus calls us to be fishers of men. As I read the Bible, especially the Book of Acts, it is clear to me that God desires His Church would grow. His … Continue reading →

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5 Portraits of a Real Disciple (Luke 14:25-35)

Posted on April 14, 2015 by

Jesus was getting closer and closer to the cross. People who wanted to see a miracle or get a free meal from Him were mobbing Him. The crowd following Jesus knew who He was, but they would soon be gone. … Continue reading →

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Cooperation: Should We All Get Along? (Part 1)

Posted on August 8, 2014 by

Have you ever wondered, “How should Christians work together to accomplish the work of the Kingdom of God? Why do there have to be so many things which divide us? Why can’t we all just get along?” For the purpose … Continue reading →

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Jesus Wants Loving Obedience

Posted on July 28, 2014 by

Every true Christian wants to have a winning witness, a testimony that demonstrates Jesus makes a difference in their life. They want the world around them to see Jesus in them. But unfortunately, that is not always the case. All … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Method of Making Disciples

Posted on June 21, 2014 by

“When Jesus had finished saying these things the crowds were amazed at His teaching because He taught as one who had authority and not as their teachers of the law” (Mt. 7:28-29). The crowds of people following Jesus were amazed … Continue reading →

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Go and Make Disciples

Posted on June 10, 2014 by

Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw Him, they worshipped Him; but some doubted. Then Jesus came to them and said, ‘All authority in heaven and on … Continue reading →

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Basic Training for Disciples (Luke 17:1-10)

Posted on September 30, 2013 by

Many people here have served in the military.  According to the U.S. Army recruiting Web site, “Basic Training lasts only nine weeks, but you’ll remember those nine weeks for the rest of your life.  You’ll spend your time learning what … Continue reading →

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Defining Discipleship (Luke 14:25-35)

Posted on August 12, 2013 by

Many people today do not understand what it means to be a genuine Christian. There are multitudes who claim to be Christians, but they do so on their terms and not God’s. They do not truly comprehend what it means … Continue reading →

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Hearers and Doers (James 1:22-25)

Posted on July 22, 2013 by

Many people think their spirituality is based on how much they know about the Bible, not on how obedient they are to the commands in Scripture. I know many people who have superior knowledge of the Bible, but it never … Continue reading →

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The Godly Person

Posted on May 26, 2012 by

In the Bible, nothing negative is written about Joseph or Daniel. Both were promoted to the king’s court. Both stood alone for what is right. Daniel was thrown into the lions’ den; Joseph was thrown into a pit by jealous … Continue reading →

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