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.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the opposition faced by the early Christian church and how it consistently fails to hinder its progress. The speaker emphasizes the transformation of Simon Peter by the Holy Spirit and highlights the importance of self-examination and judging oneself. The sermon then shifts focus to Satan's change in tactics, targeting the church from within. The speaker uses the example of Ananias and his wife, who pretend to fully commit to the church but secretly hold back part of their gift. The sermon concludes with a call for introspection and questioning of one's motives and actions.

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experiences of being part of the people of God for 50 years in various countries. He emphasizes the importance of simplicity and purity in devotion to God. The sermon focuses on three well-known scriptures: 1 Corinthians 3:17, which warns against defiling the temple of God; James, which highlights the destructive nature of envy and strife; and 1 Corinthians 12:21, which speaks about the interdependence of different members in the body of Christ. The speaker urges believers to guard against division and strive for unity in the assembly.

William MacDonald emphasizes the seriousness of defiling the temple of God, which refers to the local assembly of believers. He explains that Paul warns against those who destroy the unity and holiness of the church, as such actions lead to God's judgment. The sermon highlights the dangers of gossip, factionalism, and personal conflicts within the church, which can lead to its downfall. MacDonald reminds the congregation that both individual believers and the collective assembly are sacred, and tampering with them is a grave offense. Ultimately, he calls for unity and purity within the church to honor its divine purpose.

St. Augustine preaches on the Psalms, emphasizing the conversion of Haggai and Zechariah as a symbol of the restoration of the temple and the believers as the holy temple of God. He encourages living a life in obedience to God's commandments, finding delight in them, and sowing seeds of mercy for a mighty harvest. St. Augustine highlights the importance of being merciful, forgiving, and generous, as these actions lead to eternal treasures in heaven and a righteous, enduring legacy. He concludes by stressing the significance of having a steadfast heart, unwavering faith, and hope in the unseen blessings prepared by the Lord.

St. Augustine preaches on the Psalms, highlighting the importance of confession not only of sin but also of praise to God. He emphasizes the need for heartfelt worship and thanksgiving, directing attention to the inner voice that God hears. Augustine delves into the significance of singing before the Angels, worshiping towards God's holy Temple, and confessing to God's Name in mercy and truth. He explores the themes of humility, seeking God's presence, and trusting in God's mercy and everlasting love, encouraging believers to walk in faith even amidst tribulations.

St. Augustine preaches on Psalm 10, addressing the challenges faced by the Church against heretics who try to lure believers away by exaggerating sins within the Church and claiming to possess Christ. He emphasizes the importance of trusting in the Lord amidst these trials and not being swayed by false teachings. Augustine delves into the allegorical meanings of the moon symbolizing the Church, highlighting the spiritual and carnal aspects of the Church's brightness. He encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith, trusting in God's protection and guidance.

St. Augustine delves into Psalm 82, interpreting it as a reflection of the congregation of God's people, comparing the Jewish people to the Synagogue and the Christian people to the Church. He highlights the prophetic nature of the Psalm, pointing to Christ as the ultimate judge and the enemies of God who will face judgment. Augustine emphasizes the importance of seeking God's name and the ultimate victory of God over His enemies, leading to their shame and destruction for those who do not seek His name.

Thomas Watson preaches about the mystical temple of God, highlighting the spiritual union between Christ and believers using metaphors like the union between the head and the members, and the marital union. He emphasizes that the heart of every believer is God's temple, drawing analogies between a believer's soul and a temple. Watson urges believers to offer spiritual sacrifices like prayer, a broken heart, and praise, and to study temple purity by maintaining holiness. He comforts believers by assuring them of God's constant presence in their lives and the future glory awaiting them as glorious temples in heaven.

Zac Poonen preaches about the concept of God as a consuming fire, emphasizing the need for balance in our understanding of God's nature. He highlights the importance of living righteously, rejecting unjust gain, avoiding bloodshed, and shutting our eyes from evil to dwell with the consuming fire of God. Poonen stresses the significance of humility, sincerity, and faithfulness in money matters as qualifications to live with God's consuming fire, warning against hypocrisy and insincerity. He encourages believers to love the truth about themselves, seek salvation from sin, and embrace humility to avoid being deceived and to experience God's refining fire.

The preacher delves into the concept of being corrupted, emphasizing the physical and moral harm caused by corruption, leading to decay, ruin, and destruction. The root word 'phtheiro' signifies a process of deterioration in one's inner life, often associated with moral corruption and degeneration. This corruption is depicted as a continual rotting away, affecting individuals and society. The sermon warns against the deceptive desires that lead to corruption, highlighting the importance of guarding against moral decay and striving for purity.