Zac Poonen emphasizes the necessity of being lifted by the Holy Spirit to truly understand God's Word and experience His fullness. He reflects on Revelation 4:1, where John is called to come up higher, illustrating that earthly distractions prevent us from grasping divine truths. Poonen warns against the dangers of relying on our own understanding and encourages believers to seek the Holy Spirit's guidance to see the throne of God, which provides perspective and strength for the challenges ahead. He stresses that true discipleship requires humility and a willingness to surrender everything to Jesus, who must be the center of our lives. As we enter a new year, Poonen calls for a renewed commitment to making Jesus Lord in every aspect of our lives.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power of God's kingdom and how it is demonstrated in various ways. He uses the example of the Atlantic Ocean's waves crashing against rocks to illustrate the awe-inspiring force and power of God. The speaker also challenges the young people in the audience to resist the attractions of the world, as behind its facade of beauty lies Satan's desire to entrap and destroy. The sermon highlights God's love for humanity and His plan to bring us back into relationship with Him through the sacrifice of His Son. The speaker encourages the audience to be witnesses of God's kingdom in their community, referencing Acts 1:8.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of making Jesus Lord of our lives, highlighting the need to surrender all areas to Him, including pride, reputation, and past mistakes. It stresses the significance of recognizing God's authority and seeking the baptism of the Holy Spirit to empower us for God's work. The message urges humility, repentance, and a deep desire to prioritize God above all else, acknowledging that true transformation and spiritual growth come from surrendering completely to Jesus as Lord.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of knowing God and having eternal life. He emphasizes that the purpose of the book of 1 John is not to give us eternal life, but to help us know that we have eternal life. The speaker mentions that there are five signs that indicate whether we truly know Christ. He also discusses the need for the Church to be motivated and energized by the Holy Spirit in order to be effective in eternal terms.

This sermon emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in softening our hearts, giving us compassion for others, empowering us to be witnesses for Christ, and uniting believers as one body. It highlights the importance of allowing the Holy Spirit to work in us to love the lost, receive power, spiritual gifts, and maintain unity. Additionally, it explores how the Holy Spirit convicts the world of sin, draws people to Christ, enables the new birth, and makes a confession of faith in Christ possible.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the message of the early Church and the reason for preaching the gospel. He emphasizes that the one message of the Church is the reason for having services and proclaiming the gospel. The speaker highlights the importance of bowing to Jesus and receiving the Holy Spirit for salvation. He also mentions that one day, all mankind will bow and confess the Lordship of Christ. The sermon emphasizes the need for repentance and discipleship in order to receive the power of God for salvation.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus Christ as Lord. He quotes 1 Corinthians 12:3, which states that no one can declare Jesus as Lord without the Holy Spirit. The preacher challenges the audience to examine their own hearts and question whether they have truly surrendered to Jesus as their Lord. He also highlights the rebellion of those who refuse to acknowledge Jesus as their ruler. The sermon concludes with the preacher urging the audience to consider three truths that are implied if Jesus Christ is truly sovereign and the King of kings.

Thomas Bradbury preaches about the remarkable life of the apostle Paul, emphasizing his thoroughness and unwavering commitment once he encountered the love of Christ. Paul's devotion to Jesus was fueled by a deep love for the Savior, leading him to endure trials and persecutions with unfeigned love. His life was a testament to the power of living for Christ, with love as the driving force behind his abundant labors and sufferings. Paul's writings to the Corinthians reflect his deep association with Jesus Christ, acknowledging Him as the source of all grace and blessings.

Stephen Charnock preaches about the inability of man to prepare himself for grace, emphasizing that no act of the will, no matter how seemingly virtuous, can merit or oblige God to bestow the gift of regeneration. He highlights that man's fallen nature, corrupted by sin, is incapable of producing any pure, spotless act that could merit grace. Charnock points out that any preparations in the creature for grace are ultimately from God, as man's nature is indisposed and resistant to the work of regeneration. He underscores that just as in the old creation, where God was the sole agent in preparing matter for form, in the new creation, God is equally sovereign in preparing the hearts of individuals for the reception of grace.

A.W. Tozer emphasizes that the Holy Spirit's primary role is to restore lost souls to a close relationship with God through regeneration. He explains that the Spirit reveals Christ to those who repent and illuminates their understanding, leading them into deeper communion with God. Tozer asserts that God desires worshipers before workers, highlighting that true service stems from a foundation of worship and holiness. He argues that God is not desperate for workers, as even inanimate objects would praise Him if necessary, and that moral qualifications are essential for those who serve. Ultimately, Tozer calls for a return to the lost art of worship as the basis for effective ministry.

John Piper preaches on the importance of understanding and utilizing spiritual gifts for the purpose of strengthening others' faith. He emphasizes that spiritual gifts are given to be shared and used to help others maintain their faith during life's challenges. Piper encourages believers to focus on strengthening others' faith rather than getting hung up on labeling their specific gifts, highlighting that faith is the channel through which the Holy Spirit flows to strengthen others. He also stresses the need for humility, acknowledging that both our gifts and the faith to use them are given by God, and the ultimate aim of spiritual gifts is to glorify God through Jesus Christ.

Roy Hession emphasizes the urgent call to be filled with the Holy Spirit now, rather than postponing this experience until we feel more worthy or improved. He highlights that God's grace is available to all believers, regardless of their past experiences or perceived shortcomings, and that the fullness of the Spirit is essential for a fruitful Christian life. Hession intentionally avoids discussing the gifts of the Spirit, focusing instead on the core message of grace that unites all believers at the foot of the Cross. He encourages a continuous reliance on God's grace, which is accessible to everyone who acknowledges their need. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a present-tense relationship with the Holy Spirit, fostering joy and fruitfulness in the believer's life.

John Hames preaches about the role of the Comforter, introduced by Christ before His departure, who reveals and protects the divinity of Jesus, making Him a living reality to believers. The Comforter dwells within believers, guiding, protecting, and bringing to remembrance the teachings of Christ. Through the Holy Ghost, believers are filled with hope for the future and empowered to live ahead of their time, like the sugar-maples exuding sweet water before the arrival of spring. The most comforting truth is that the heavenly Dove will abide with believers forever, through all circumstances and until the day of redemption.