Sermons on Setting Out:

The Dangers Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by David Smith on Oct 5, 2009

Then Jesus and his disciples set out for the villages around Caesarea Philippi. On the way he was asking his disciples, "Who do people say I am?" They answered him, "Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, and still others one of the prophets." Then he

Then he began to teach them that the Son of Man would have to suffer a great deal and be rejected by the elders, the high priests, and the scribes. Then he would be killed, but after three days he would rise again. He was speaking about this matter quite openly. Peter took him aside and began to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Paul, The Real Deal-How Bout You?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 29, 2010

False teachers sought to undermined Paul’s Spiritual credentials, however he set out to defend his apostleship, explaining once again that he was appointed by God and not by men. Paul was an apostle, “one sent with a commission.” The apostles of Jesus Chr

Paul, the Real Deal-How Bout You? Galatians 1:11-24NKJ But I make known to you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached by me is not according to man. 12 For I neither received it from man, nor was I taught it, but it came through the revelation of Jesus Christ. 13 For you have heard of my ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Restoration Of Israel – Jeremiah – Part 9 – Chapter 33:15 – The Remarkable Study Of "The Branch” In Scripture Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 22, 2025

In the bible there is woven a remarkable theme glorifying the Lord Jesus THE BRANCH, and this thread is in the Old and New Testaments. It is a remarkable study and is set out here as clearly as I can make it. I hope it confirms to you the inspiration of the bible. Only God could do that.

THE RESTORATION OF ISRAEL – JEREMIAH – PART 9 – Chapter 33:15 – THE REMARKABLE STUDY OF “THE BRANCH” IN SCRIPTURE THE STUDY OF “THE BRANCH” IN SCRIPTURE Jeremiah 33 verse 15. Let us look at a lovely scriptural study of “THE BRANCH”. As we delve into this we shall see the great harmony that is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:15, Jeremiah 23:5, Isaiah 4:2, Zechariah 3:6-8, Zechariah 6:12, Philippians 2:7-8, Jeremiah 23:5-6, John 1:1-11, Ezekiel 1:5-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 26, 2016

God has given you the Holy Spirit, which is the Spirit of power. When you set out to do something for Him, know that His Spirit is in you to empower you to do way more than you would ever be able to do on your own.

Holy Spirit September 13, 2015 A Last Sunday we learned how the Holy Spirit is 1/3 of the Holy Trinity; The Spirit is not an “it”, the Spirit is a person; He was present at creation, empowered Jesus’ ministry, birthed the Church at Pentecost, convicted you when you were lost & ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Faithfulness Produces Grace – Ruth, Part 3 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 23, 2022

God still provides, even when we think there is no hope. But - don’t miss this - WE have to make an effort! Ruth went to work, she did not just wait for God’s blessing – she set out to survive and God honored that through Boaz!

“Faithfulness produces Grace” – Ruth, Part 3 Ruth Sermon Series, Part 3 Ruth 2:1-17 Introduction - Last week we set the foundation of Ruth around some very difficult times -- Famine causes a family to move from God’s land, disobeys God’s commands - Week 1 exposed a hard lesson – and one that ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sidetracked

Contributed by David Radcliff on May 4, 2016

One can sidetracked from God! Like Lot, one can get distracted. The Devil never stops trying to pull the Christian away from the service of God.

LOSING OUT WITH GOD I Corinthians 10:13 ITRODUCTION: One can sidetracked from God! Like Lot, one can get distracted. The Devil never stops trying to pull the Christian away from the service of God. In the Christian life there are many things God does not shield us from! I. TEMPTATION I Cor. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Baptist

Things Aren’t The Same! Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 8, 2018

A study in the book of Genesis 7: 1 – 24

Genesis 7: 1 – 24 Things aren’t the same! 7 Then the LORD said to Noah, “Come into the ark, you and all your household, because I have seen that you are righteous before Me in this generation. 2 You shall take with you seven each of every clean animal, a male and his female; two each of animals ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Move Forward Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 4, 2013

When God sets us free, we will not just walk out but we shall leap like calves! To leap is bouncing in the air with joy!

Move forward! Malachi 4:2 “But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings. And you will go out and leap like calves released from the stall” When God sets us free, we will not just walk out but we shall leap like calves! To leap is ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Godly Vision And Goal-Setting Part Two

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 26, 2013

While there are building blocks for goal setting, there are also things we can do when we face opposition to what God has told us to do.

Godly vision and goal setting part two “Meeting the challenge of opposition Nehemiah chapter 4:1-4:11 Introduction- Last week we looked at goal setting and vision casting. We saw that most people have goals and visions as young people. They aspire to be great protectors of the world as ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Reach Out Don't Freak Out

Contributed by Greg Stier on Jan 16, 2007

As good as we are as a church when it comes to leading people to Jesus I wonder how good we could become if every member of this church was actively reaching out to their friends with the gospel message? Are you? When’s the last time you shared the gospe

It’s great to be back here at Grace preaching once again. This is my home church and I’m very proud of what God is doing here. I travel all across the nation preaching the Word of God. In many of my sermons I hold Grace Church up as a shining example of what it means to have a church that takes the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith It Out 'til You Figure It Out!

Contributed by Daniel Harman on Mar 28, 2008

Holding on to your faith in God in the face of Disappointments, Discouragement & Difficulties

Title (reaffirm / remind congregation through out) : FAITH IT OUT ’TIL YOU FIGURE IT OUT! Theme: Holding on to your faith in God in the face of Disappointments, Discouragement & Difficulties (adversities) We all get times of difficulties, discouragement & disappointments – maybe you have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Stones Will Cry Out Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 22, 2002

Easter Reflection series: How Palm Sunday informs us of our response to God and to the world

The Stones Will Cry Out Easter Reflection series Lk. 19:28-40 What a celebration! Crowds were excited! Jesus was thrilled to see the response of worship. But some party-poopers were there (v.39). I love Jesus¡¦ response, don¡¦t u just love it. Let them celebrate, don¡¦t¡¦ shush them. If they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Forgiving As Much As God Forgives

Contributed by Lay Man on May 26, 2015

Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times. - Matthew 18:22 Disputes in the body of Christ must be resolved first in the household of God according to principles set out in the Bible. According to Matthew 18: “If your b ..

Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times. - Matthew 18:22 Disputes in the body of Christ must be resolved first in the household of God according to principles set out in the Bible. According to Matthew 18: “If your brother or sister sins, go and point out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Storm Proofing Life

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 10, 2012

1. We all go through storms 2 They Had Set Out With Christ 3 His Presence on Board is no Guarantee of Perpetual Calm 4. The Storm Does Not Mean That He Has Left Us. 5. Do Not Lose Faith If He Seems Calmly Indifferent.

1. We have gone through two storms these last 2 weeks - Lost of power & have snow because of Sandy – 10/29/12 - Sandy dumped 3’ wet snow - 270,000 people lost power - 6 people in WV have died - John Rose, 60, a Republican candidate killed by falling tree - It could take at least six ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Close But No Cigar

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 17, 2015

Have you ever set out after something and you got close but you didn’t quite get it? Just coming close can be pretty debilitating and frustrating. But nothing would be worse than getting close to the kingdom of God but not getting there.

CLOSE BUT NO CIGAR Mark 12:28-34 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever set out after something and you got close but you didn’t quite get it? Coming close can be pretty debilitating and frustrating. Perhaps no one knows that better than the 2007 Patriots. Here they were undefeated at 18-0, playing in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ