This sermon explores Jesus' commissioning of His disciples and the calling He places on all believers to make a difference in a hostile world. The message emphasizes that God calls ordinary people to do extraordinary things, starting in their own communities before reaching the world. The sermon addresses three main themes: the courage needed to face a world hostile to God, the cost of true discipleship, and the eternal compensation God provides for faithful service. Pastor Erin reminds us that while following Christ may bring division and difficulty, God's presence, power, and promises sustain believers. The call is not to produce results but to obediently serve where God has planted us, knowing that even the smallest acts done in Jesus' name carry eternal significance.

This sermon examines Jesus' commissioning of the twelve disciples in Matthew 10, presenting it as the "Master's Mission Manual" for all believers. The message emphasizes that God calls ordinary, imperfect people for extraordinary purposes, not based on their qualifications but on their willingness to be used. The sermon challenges believers to recognize that they are conduits of God's power, dependent on His provision rather than their own resources. The core message is that our mission field begins not across the ocean but across the street—in our families, workplaces, and communities.

This sermon explores the reality of spiritual warfare in the Christian life. Pastor Grant emphasizes that while the battle is real, Jesus is greater than any enemy we face. He discusses the importance of understanding spiritual warfare without becoming overly focused on it, and encourages believers to use "sanctified common sense" in navigating spiritual challenges. The sermon concludes by comparing two different responses to Jesus' miracles, challenging listeners to welcome Jesus into their lives rather than pushing Him away.