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 describes a journey up a cableway to a beautiful mountain, followed by a visit to a tea place and a boat ride around Seal Island. The preacher then mentions a visit to a beautiful garden where royalty from around the world come to see a president. The sermon takes a personal turn as the preacher reflects on a conversation with his father and a meeting with a woman named Jeannie. The preacher then shifts to discussing the importance of friends and warns against having bad friends. He emphasizes the need for discernment and quotes a proverb about the influence of evil communication. The sermon concludes with a story about a young man who became a millionaire but had personal struggles, highlighting the importance of seeking God and avoiding negative influences.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of peace and how to guard it. He shares a personal experience of feeling unhappy and seeking a new direction in his life. Through prayer and experiencing the presence of God, he stopped preaching with notes and began to rely on the guidance of the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes the need to think on things that are lovely, pure, true, noble, and praiseworthy, as dwelling on negative thoughts can rob us of God's peace. He also highlights the importance of not worrying and instead bringing our needs to God in prayer, with thanksgiving. The promise is that when we do this, the peace of God, which surpasses understanding, will guard our hearts and minds.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses George Mueller's four-point outline for discerning God's will. The first point is to listen to the Spirit of God in our own hearts. The second point is to consider the circumstances and what they are saying. The third point is to seek guidance from our authorities. And finally, the fourth point is to consult the Word of God. The speaker emphasizes the importance of evaluating character and encourages young people to spend time in fellowship to better understand each other's character.

This sermon addresses the challenges faced by godly families in a world filled with various forms of entertainment, focusing on the negative impact of media like television, movies, modern toys, computer games, and reading material on children. It emphasizes the need for parents to be vigilant and discerning in what they allow their children to be exposed to, highlighting the dangers of desensitization to sin and the promotion of harmful behaviors and values.

This sermon emphasizes the true meaning of eternal life as knowing God and Jesus Christ, not just living forever. It highlights the importance of continually laying hold of eternal life, as seen in the exhortation to Timothy to 'take hold of eternal life.' The message stresses the need to choose to pursue eternal life over worldly pursuits and the significance of knowing God deeply to experience spiritual growth and transformation.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with good influences to fight against evil. He encourages the audience to spend time in prayer and in God's presence, as it can have a transformative effect on their day. The preacher also highlights the significance of choosing positive role models and examples to shape one's thoughts and actions. Lastly, he emphasizes the power of the Word of God in driving out evil and encourages the audience to cherish and read the Bible regularly.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of men assuming the role of manhood and not remaining in a state of adolescence. He emphasizes the responsibility of women to prioritize their children and the role of men to provide for their families. The preacher also challenges the idea of dating, suggesting that it is not a biblical concept and encourages a deeper understanding of God's Word. He concludes by sharing a hypothetical scenario to illustrate the importance of submitting to God's Word in all aspects of life.

This sermon addresses the importance of how our actions, words, and associations, especially on social media like Facebook, reflect our true identity as Christians. It emphasizes the need to be mindful of what we allow on our social media accounts as it directly represents our relationship with Christ and influences others' perceptions of us.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being careful about what we watch and listen to, as it can have a negative impact on our hearts and minds. He warns against filling our lives with worldly influences, such as Hollywood and smut, which can lead to a lack of regard for God and His Word. The preacher shares the tragic story of Cassie Bernal, a teenager who lost her life due to the influence of the media she consumed. He urges listeners to fellowship with God and seek His power in order to live a pure and purposeful life. The sermon also includes a powerful testimony of a young man who overcame physical challenges and received a standing ovation, illustrating the impact of God's power and the importance of faith.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a passionate and compassionate heart for God and for others. He challenges the audience to examine their own lives and question if they have truly been effective in leading others to Christ. The speaker also highlights the significance of fellowship with God and how it should motivate believers to share the same fellowship with others. He emphasizes that Christianity is about building relationships and encourages everyone to play a part in building the church. The sermon is based on the book of 1 John and references various sermons preached by Jesus, emphasizing the message of joy and the sum total of everything John heard from Jesus during his time with him.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching the truth, even at the cost of one's life. He references the story of Leonard Ravenhill, who sang praises to God as he faced persecution. The preacher warns against ignoring the scriptures and rejecting God's word. He urges preachers to boldly proclaim the truth and use the Word of God as a powerful weapon.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of finding heavenly-minded role models to imitate, as Paul urges believers to follow his example and keep their eyes on those who walk according to godly examples. The warning is against imitating those who are enemies of the cross of Christ, characterized by their end in destruction, serving their own appetites, glorying in shameful things, and having minds set on earthly pursuits. The call is to imitate those whose citizenship is in heaven, eagerly awaiting the Savior's return for transformation.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being mindful of the influences in our lives. He asks the audience to consider who they allow to speak into their lives and what they watch and read, as these things can shape their beliefs and actions. The speaker warns against being swayed by popular trends and encourages the audience to seek God's way of doing things rather than following the crowd. He also highlights the significance of having a strong foundation in Jesus and not idolizing pastors or other individuals. The sermon references the story of Joash and his downfall due to negative influences.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of reaching the masses with the word of God and the need for follow-up and training. He shares a story about a man named Chacko who joined Operation Mobilization at the age of seventeen and highlights the impact of training in his life. The speaker addresses accusations that Operation Mobilization does not do proper follow-up, stating that ongoing training and the development of leaders within the organization are evidence of their commitment to follow-up. He also discusses the financial challenges faced by the organization and the shift in giving from general funds to individual support.

This sermon delves into the topic of spiritual warfare, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and engaging in the battle against the enemy. It highlights the deception that can lead believers astray, such as thinking they are not vulnerable to spiritual attacks, being influenced by bad company, false pride, lack of action despite knowledge, practicing sin, and unforgiveness. The speaker urges the audience to be vigilant, discerning, and proactive in their spiritual walk to avoid falling into these deceptive traps.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the dangers of self-deception, particularly for fathers, urging them to guard their hearts and lives against it. He explains that self-deception can manifest in various ways, such as failing to act on God's word, denying one's sin, and overestimating oneself. Through the story of Job, he illustrates how suffering can lead to spiritual clarity and a deeper understanding of God's sovereignty. Ultimately, Beach encourages listeners to seek God's truth and transformation, recognizing that true freedom comes from acknowledging our weaknesses and relying on Christ.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the dangers of self-deception, particularly through evil associations, urging believers to recognize how their company and lifestyle can corrupt their moral character. He highlights the importance of being vigilant against influences that lead to spiritual decline, reminding the congregation that even a small amount of evil can have devastating effects. Beach calls for a return to God's Word and a commitment to living according to its truths, rather than succumbing to societal pressures. He encourages the church to mourn over sin and to seek a deeper relationship with God, emphasizing that true followers of Christ must prioritize His teachings above all else.

Catherine Booth preaches about the importance of training children in the way they should go, emphasizing the responsibility of parents to nurture and guide their children for God's glory. She highlights the need for parents to recognize that their children belong to God, urging them to instill moral values, truthfulness, and integrity in their children from a young age. Catherine stresses the significance of obedience, practical teaching, and interesting instruction in shaping children's characters, cautioning against the love of money, compromising principles for expediency, ambition for societal status, and sending children to boarding schools before their characters are fully developed.

John Chrysostom preaches about the dangers of indulging in worldly pleasures, specifically focusing on the negative impact of attending theaters and spectacles that promote immorality and impurity. He emphasizes the importance of guarding one's heart and mind against corrupt influences, urging the congregation to avoid places and activities that lead to sin and moral decay. Chrysostom highlights the contrast between the purity of family life, the joy of children, and the blessings of marriage, encouraging believers to find true delight in wholesome relationships and virtuous living. He warns against the harmful effects of participating in sinful entertainment, which not only corrupts the individual but also contributes to the moral decline of society. Chrysostom calls for a rejection of worldly pleasures and a pursuit of spiritual growth and righteousness, reminding the listeners of the eternal consequences of their choices.

T. Austin-Sparks reflects on the troubling incident involving Barnabas in Galatians 2:13, where even a 'good man' succumbed to dissimulation and hypocrisy, leading to a painful separation from Paul. Sparks emphasizes the importance of standing firm on truth and principle, warning against the dangers of compromise for the sake of popularity or acceptance. He highlights Barnabas's sociable nature and the tragic consequences of allowing personal temperament to overshadow the commitment to the Gospel. The sermon serves as a reminder to be true, honest, and transparent in our walk with God, rather than seeking to please men. Ultimately, Sparks calls for vigilance in maintaining integrity amidst the pressures of tradition and societal expectations.

E.A. Adeboye emphasizes the importance of carefully choosing our associations to enter the promised rest of God, warning against following the counsel of the ungodly and sinful ways. He highlights the story of the 12 spies sent to Canaan, where ten of them influenced the people to doubt God's promises, resulting in consequences. Adeboye urges believers to follow Christ and not leaders who may stray from the truth, advising to cut off relationships that lead to spiritual error and keep those who revive us spiritually.

Phil Beach Jr. preaches about the dangers of self-deception, emphasizing the need for honesty and prayerful reflection on our hearts and actions. He highlights the deceitfulness of the human heart, the importance of being doers of God's Word, and the danger of denying our sins or thinking we are wise in our own eyes. Phil Beach Jr. also warns against the deception of thinking we are something when we are nothing, believing we can sow without reaping consequences, or assuming unrighteous actions will not affect our salvation. He concludes by stressing the need to guard against self-deception by living in God's truth and light.

St. Theofan the Recluse preaches about the importance of guiding youth in a Christian way, emphasizing the need to maintain order, faith, and good behavior during the time of study. He highlights the significance of instilling Christian principles in all areas of learning and warns against the dangers of separating faith from education. St. Theofan stresses the conscious acceptance of the yoke of Christ, urging individuals to renew their commitment to Christianity and live in a way that pleases God. He addresses the turbulent period of youth, cautioning against the dangers of seeking constant new impressions and the inclination towards worldly companionship. The pinnacle of danger for youth is identified as contact with the opposite sex, with guidance provided on how to guard against temptations and maintain purity.

Theodore Epp discusses how God delivered David from a precarious situation in Gath, emphasizing the importance of maintaining distinct Christian standards in a worldly environment. The Philistine princes questioned David's presence, highlighting that even the world recognizes when believers are out of place. Epp warns against the misconception that compromising with the world can lead to winning others for Christ, particularly in the context of relationships with unbelievers. He illustrates how God intervened to prevent David from engaging in conflict against his own people, showcasing divine mercy in guiding believers away from ruin. The sermon concludes with a reminder that bad company can corrupt good morals, urging Christians to remain steadfast in their faith.