In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making choices in life between the bad, the good, and the best. He highlights the danger of settling for the good when we could have had the best. The speaker also warns against complacency and the need for revival, even among good people. He encourages listeners to press on towards the ideal and not let lesser goals hinder their progress.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of understanding the role of man's will in salvation. He acknowledges that there are different views on this topic, but he chooses to focus on the perspective presented in his chosen text. The preacher emphasizes that salvation is not achieved through human works or self-righteousness, but rather through the grace and power of God. He encourages believers to rely on God's grace and to preach the doctrines of free grace, while also urging those who may have forgotten or never known the concept of grace to rediscover its significance.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding our identity in Christ to transform our behavior. It highlights the truth that our actions do not define who we are, but rather knowing who we are in Christ leads to a change in our conduct. The speaker discusses the liberating concept that God's love and grace are not dependent on our actions, but on our identity in Him. The message encourages believers to embrace God's grace and allow it to work in their lives, leading to a transformation that reflects His love and kindness.

This sermon delves into the divine design of marriage and family as ordained by God, emphasizing the importance of seeking God's guidance and grace in all aspects of family life. It highlights the need for a strong spiritual foundation, the significance of leaving and cleaving in marriage, and the ongoing partnership pattern of unity and trust. The message underscores the role of God as the central figure in marriage, providing grace for forgiveness, restoration, and fulfillment in the divine partnership of marriage.

In this sermon on John 15:4-5, the preacher emphasizes the importance of abiding in Jesus and having a deep connection with Him. He uses the analogy of a vine and its branches to illustrate this concept. Without abiding in Jesus, we cannot bear fruit or do anything of significance. The preacher also highlights the role of faith and grace in a believer's life, emphasizing that good works and bearing fruit are a result of living by grace and trusting in God. The sermon concludes with a call to live daily by the grace of God and seek a deeper connection with Jesus.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of working with God in our lives, focusing on being vessels for honor, sanctified and prepared for every good work by God's grace. It highlights the need to cleanse ourselves, seek God's power at work in us, and be zealous for good works, all while acknowledging our dependency on God for effective service. The sermon draws parallels to Jesus' dependency on the Father and encourages a life of faith, humility, and prayer in working with God.

Jason Robinson emphasizes the importance of understanding the complete Gospel amidst the confusion of various interpretations in a post-Christian society. He outlines sixteen essential revelations that form the foundation of the true Gospel, including the responsibility of man to respond to God's grace and the necessity of repentance and faith. Robinson stresses that while God's grace is freely given, individuals must actively choose to accept it and live in accordance with it, highlighting the balance between divine grace and human responsibility. He warns against the dangers of a diluted Gospel that neglects these critical elements, urging believers to seek a genuine relationship with Christ that transforms their lives.

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the death of Charles Hayden Spurgeon, a renowned preacher in England. Spurgeon's final words, "Jesus, die for me," highlight the simplicity and power of his theology. The speaker emphasizes that the blood shed by Jesus 2,000 years ago is the only basis for our salvation and presentation before Jesus on the day of His glory. The sermon also explores the concept of praise and the idea that God is gracious in dealing with us, praising us for our actions that align with Jesus. The ultimate goal is for the church to be presented before Jesus, experiencing cleansing, forgiveness, peace, and freedom through His blood. The sermon draws parallels between the Exodus of Israel and our spiritual journey, highlighting the freedom from sin that comes through fellowship with Jesus. The speaker concludes by describing the future moment of full communion between Jesus and His people, using the imagery of a bride adorned for her husband.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility and spiritual growth in leadership, using the Apostle Paul as an example. It highlights Paul's progression from considering himself the least of the apostles to the foremost of sinners, showcasing how drawing closer to God reveals deeper areas of sin in our lives. The message encourages a humble attitude, continuous growth, and the need for godly leaders in the church.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of Nehemiah and the challenges faced by the people in building for God. The sermon highlights the pain and difficulties encountered in the process, such as financial struggles and unemployment. The speaker emphasizes the importance of Christians laboring in the work of building for Christ, even in the face of adversity. The sermon also highlights the peculiarity of Nehemiah as a governor who did not take advantage of the people like his predecessors.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the healing anointing of Jehovah Rapha, urging believers to be faithful in the present while contending for a greater measure of God's power. He shares personal testimonies of divine encounters and prophetic revelations that affirm the promise of healing for the body of Christ. Bickle stresses the importance of humility and obedience, warning that the healing anointing must not be used for personal gain. He encourages the church to press into God's presence, anticipating a significant increase in healing and miracles that surpass historical revivals. The sermon concludes with a call to embrace the intimacy of worship and the power of God in their midst.

Mike Bickle shares testimonies of the healing anointing, emphasizing that it operates in the name of Jesus for all believers. He encourages the body of Christ to be faithful in the present while contending for a greater measure of God's power, aiming for healings that surpass those seen in the early church. Bickle recounts a personal encounter with God that ignited a passion for healing and a promise of a significant increase in the healing anointing for those who walk faithfully with Him. He stresses the importance of humility and obedience in using this anointing, warning against using it for personal gain. The sermon culminates in a vision of a future where the healing anointing will touch nations, urging believers to press into God's presence now.

James Smith preaches about the importance of being zealous for the truth of the gospel, living in earnest, and adorning the teaching of God with a consistent and holy walk. He emphasizes the need to be faithful stewards of God's blessings, to be diligent in using our resources for His glory, and to avoid the bad companions of poverty, pain, and procrastination. Smith also reflects on the wondrous grace of God, the necessity of drawing near to Jesus in times of trial, and the danger of living at a distance from the Lord. He warns against the folly of murmuring at God's ways and the arrogance of questioning His wisdom, while urging believers to be well pleased with all that God appoints for them.

Chuck Swindoll emphasizes the transformative power of God's grace as articulated by the Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 15:10. He highlights three key statements: that God acts by His grace, that our identity is shaped by His grace, and that we are called to extend grace to others. Swindoll critiques the modern obsession with self-achievement, urging believers to recognize that any goodness in them is solely due to God's grace. He encourages the demonstration of grace in relationships, suggesting that it is essential for true freedom and connection. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper understanding and application of grace in our lives.

Paris Reidhead preaches about Paul's farewell to Ephesus, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for parting ways and the responsibility to continue the work of ministry. He highlights Paul's example of conducting himself consistently with his testimony, serving the Lord with humility and compassion, and being willing to endure struggles and afflictions for the sake of Christ. Reidhead urges the congregation to have holy courage, contempt for worldly comforts, and a commitment to finish the work entrusted to them, warning against the dangers of complacency and spiritual decline.

John Chrysostom preaches about the humility exemplified by the Apostle Paul, who acknowledges his past sins and the mercy he received from Christ despite his ignorance and unbelief. Paul attributes his ministry to God's enabling and faithfulness, emphasizing the need to recognize God's role in our lives while still exercising our free will. Chrysostom highlights the abundant grace of the Lord, which not only forgives but also bestows faith and love through Christ Jesus, underscoring the importance of loving God through Christ and acknowledging the blessings received through Him.

Chuck Smith discusses the various forms of church government as presented in the New Testament, emphasizing the roles of bishops (episkopos) and elders (presbyteros) while critiquing congregational rule. He highlights the importance of having godly leaders who are in touch with God, drawing parallels between church leadership and the theocratic model established in Israel under Moses. Smith warns against the dangers of a pastor becoming a hireling under a board or congregational rule, advocating instead for a structure where the pastor is led by Christ and supported by a board of elders. He stresses the need for true repentance and reliance on God for church leaders, as well as the importance of prayerful decision-making within the church. Ultimately, he presents a vision of church governance that aligns with biblical principles and fosters spiritual growth.

Stanley H. Frodsham shares the remarkable life of Smith Wigglesworth, a man who labored abundantly in faith, witnessing countless miracles and experiencing God's power in various nations. Wigglesworth's ministry was marked by a deep trust in God's promises, leading to extraordinary healings and manifestations of God's power, such as restoring sight to the blind and raising the dead. Despite facing challenges and doubts, Wigglesworth's unwavering belief in God's faithfulness allowed him to witness remarkable displays of God's glory, including healing the sick, ministering to thousands, and experiencing divine interventions in response to his prayers.

Samuel Davies preaches about the nature and universality of spiritual death, emphasizing the dreadful state of the soul separated from God, dead in transgressions and sins. He vividly describes the ghastly countenance, convulsive agonies, and insensibility of physical death, paralleling it with the spiritual death that separates the soul from God's presence and leads to everlasting misery. Davies highlights the need for God's mercy and grace to make sinners alive with Christ, underscoring the inability of individuals to quicken themselves due to their deadness in sin. He urges both the spiritually alive and dead to reflect on their condition, calling for repentance, gratitude, and a recognition of salvation by grace alone.

Thomas Brooks emphasizes that salvation is solely a result of God's free grace, not based on any merit or goodness in humanity. He explains that God's choice to show mercy is rooted in His own will, often selecting the weak, poor, and unworthy to demonstrate that no one can boast in their own righteousness. This divine selection serves to highlight the glory of God's grace, leading all to proclaim 'Grace, grace!' as the source of their salvation. Brooks reinforces that our identity and worth come from God's grace alone, as stated in 1 Corinthians 15:10.

Stanley H. Frodsham preaches about the story of the little lad who gave his tiny all, five loaves and two fishes, to Jesus, and witnessed a miraculous provision more than enough for a huge crowd. He emphasizes the importance of fully surrendering to the Master, giving up everything to receive abundantly from Him. Frodsham encourages believers to trust in God's sufficiency, grace, and Spirit, reminding them that the Faithful One supplies all their needs and that His faithfulness is their safeguard in all circumstances.

A.B. Simpson emphasizes the all-sufficiency of God as revealed through the life of Paul, who bequeaths his God to his disciples, assuring them that God will supply all their needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Paul exemplifies the transformative power of God, showcasing how even the hardest of hearts can be saved and how believers can attain the highest forms of saintliness through Christ. Simpson highlights that the God of Paul not only strengthens in suffering but also empowers for service, demonstrating that every challenge can be an opportunity for divine work. Ultimately, he calls on believers to embrace Paul's God and utilize His infinite resources for a life of holiness and service.

John Gill preaches on the profound impact of God's grace as exemplified in the life of the Apostle Paul. He emphasizes that Paul's transformation from a persecutor of Christians to a devoted apostle was solely due to God's grace, highlighting that all of Paul's achievements and identity were rooted in this divine favor. Gill illustrates that humility and recognition of one's unworthiness are essential in understanding the grace of God, which empowers believers to live righteously and fulfill their calling. The sermon serves as a reminder that every aspect of a believer's life, including their faith and good works, is a result of God's grace, urging the congregation to give glory to God for all they are and do.

Miles J. Stanford emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between law and grace in the believer's life. He highlights that grace forsaken leads to forfeited freedom, and it is crucial for believers to grasp dispensational truth to align with God's present purpose. Stanford explains that the Law of Moses is tied to Israel's sacrifices and rituals, while the laws of the kingdom pertain to future conditions under the reign of the King. He warns against mixing the principles of law and grace, stating that grace alone now reigns through Christ to the glory of the triune God.

Thomas Brooks emphasizes the inherent wickedness present in all humans, reminding us that the potential for every sin exists within our nature. He warns that if we are not as wicked as others, it is solely due to God's grace restraining our sinful inclinations. Brooks illustrates this point by recounting a man's descent into multiple sins, highlighting the danger of underestimating our own sinful nature. He urges listeners to recognize that without divine intervention, we would all succumb to our basest instincts, becoming 'incarnate devils.' Ultimately, he concludes with the powerful reminder that our identity is shaped by God's grace.