In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of going for the best and striving for spiritual growth. He encourages the audience to present themselves as living sacrifices to God and surrender their lives completely to Him. The preacher warns against conforming to the ways of the world and urges the listeners to be transformed by renewing their minds according to God's will. He emphasizes the temporary nature of worldly possessions and urges the audience to invest in eternal treasures by doing the will of God.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of building our lives on the foundation of Christ Jesus. He emphasizes that this foundation is not a one-time event, but a principle that should guide us throughout our Christian journey. The speaker also addresses the issue of jealousy, urging listeners to overcome it and move on to more substantial matters in their faith. He warns against getting too close to sin and emphasizes the need to continually grow and distance ourselves from it. The sermon references various Bible verses, including Matthew 5:23, to support these teachings.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not changing the message of the Gospel, but being open to changing the methods of delivering it. He uses the example of cereal companies improving their packaging to boost sales without changing the product itself. The purpose of life is seen as serving the Lord within the context of the local church, and the speaker encourages aspiring leaders to step up and serve. The speaker also highlights the significance of the church in the New Testament and the enthusiasm with which the apostles spoke about it.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer, perseverance, and understanding God's need for partnership in fulfilling His work. It discusses the consequences of spiritual deafness, selfish prayers, and the need for revival in the church. The message highlights the examples of Hannah, Samuel, David, and Solomon in bringing back God's glory and the significance of being co-workers with God in prayer and service.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering 100% to God, leaving behind all sins and distractions to fully abide in the Lord's power and grace. It highlights the need to be prepared for Jesus' return, to be at peace with God and others, and to be representatives of heaven on earth. The message also touches on the richness of God's love, the necessity of repentance, and the role of prayer in doing God's work.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of building our lives on the foundation of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes the need for careful attention and focus in how we build upon this foundation. The preacher highlights how many people prioritize their financial well-being or their own self-interests above all else, but neglect the most important aspect of their lives. He warns that God will test the quality of the house we have built for Him, not just its design or size, and urges listeners to consider how they are building their lives.

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.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of unity and dedication in building the walls of Jerusalem, drawing parallels to the fragmented efforts of individuals versus the unified work of a community. It challenges preachers and leaders to focus on building God's kingdom together in harmony, rather than seeking personal glory or superficial enhancements. The ultimate goal is to have the work recognized as God's doing, bringing humility and awe to all who witness it.

This sermon focuses on the concept of believers being partners in a heavenly calling, emphasizing the distinction between mere employees or servants and true partners in God's house. It delves into the idea of shared responsibility, shared blessings, and shared losses within the spiritual family of God. The message highlights the intimate connection believers have with the house of God, being joint heirs with Christ and actively involved in the interests of the heavenly dwelling.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing our unity with Christ through his death, burial, and resurrection. He encourages the audience to be informed and instructed in their minds, so they can effectively share the message of redeeming love. The speaker also highlights the need for vision and mission to work together, as vision without mission is merely visionary and mission without vision becomes drudgery. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the overflowing love of God, which should lead believers to have a heart for the perishing souls around them.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having faith and not giving up. He shares an illustration of a ditch caving in on some men because the walls were not properly supported, comparing it to our lives without the word of God. The speaker also mentions a scientific discovery of drilling into the earth's crust and hearing human screams, which some believe to be condemned souls from hell. The sermon also touches on the topic of suffering, highlighting the pain of childbirth and the joy that follows, and encourages listeners to rely on God's grace to carry them through difficult times. Additionally, the speaker expresses concern about the lack of discipleship in the church and the need for a revival.

Alexander Maclaren preaches on the concept of 'Building' (oikodome) as both a literal and metaphorical term, emphasizing the process of construction and edification. In Ephesians 2:21, oikodome symbolizes the church as a dwelling place for God's presence, highlighting spiritual strengthening and growth. The metaphor of building extends to various aspects including physical bodies, spiritual growth, and the collective body of Christ, stressing the importance of edifying one another. The word group of oikodome is used both literally and figuratively, illustrating the strengthening effect of teaching and example on individuals and the church as a whole.

K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the power of belief in his sermon 'All Things Are Possible to Him Who Believes,' focusing on Mark 9:23, which states that all things are possible for those who believe. He explains that true faith is a gift from God, and we must ask Him for the faith to believe, as demonstrated by the father of the afflicted son in Mark 9:24. Yohannan encourages believers to pray in the Holy Spirit, especially when they struggle to find the right words, as the Spirit intercedes for us (Romans 8:26). He highlights the importance of maintaining a continuous attitude of prayer throughout our daily lives, allowing us to partner with God in His work (1 Corinthians 3:9). Ultimately, he reassures that God is always eager to hear our prayers, no matter the time or place.

William MacDonald emphasizes that the Church is not merely an organization but a living organism, a body of believers united in Christ through the Holy Spirit. He defines the Church using various metaphors such as a flock, God's husbandry, and the body of Christ, illustrating its vital role in worship and community. MacDonald also discusses the mission of the Church, highlighting the importance of preaching the gospel and grounding believers in the truths of the Church. He argues that the Church began on the day of Pentecost, marking a significant moment in God's plan for humanity. Ultimately, he calls for Christians to devote themselves to the Church's expansion and spiritual welfare.

F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of behaving valiantly for our people and cities, drawing inspiration from Joab's commitment to God amidst battle. He critiques the societal reluctance to mention God, advocating for a balance between divine reliance and personal responsibility. Meyer asserts that while ultimate victory belongs to God, we must actively engage in our efforts, reflecting a partnership with the Divine. He highlights that true faith involves diligent preparation and action, as seen in the early church's conquests through the Holy Spirit's guidance. The sermon calls believers to be proactive in their faith while trusting in God's sovereignty.

A.B. Simpson emphasizes the profound partnership we have with God in our work for Him, illustrating that just as a publishing firm includes all employees as partners, we are co-laborers with Christ. He highlights that God pays our debts, supplies our resources, and prepares us for the work of His kingdom, allowing us to share in the joy of the harvest. Simpson urges believers to recognize their role in this divine partnership, stressing the importance of working in God's way and strength, rather than relying solely on human effort. He reassures that our service is not a burden but a joyful overflow of Christ's work in us, and that we will be rewarded for our faithfulness. Ultimately, he calls us to be true representatives of Christ, fulfilling our responsibilities as His hands and feet in the world.

Phoebe Palmer emphasizes the unique role of humanity in the divine plan of salvation, highlighting how God commissions men to carry out tasks that even the highest archangels cannot perform. By taking on human form, Christ was able to effectively communicate with and save mankind, leaving behind His image in believers who are called to represent Him on earth. The redeemed, though still in the world, are not of the world, as their true citizenship is in Heaven, and they are empowered by the Spirit to do the will of God and participate in the work of saving souls.

Denny Kenaston preaches on the story of Nehemiah, highlighting the importance of prayer, courage, and sacrifice in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem as a testimony of God's strength, protection, and glory. Nehemiah's fervent prayer for 120 days preceded 52 days of labor, emphasizing the balance of prayer and work in God's kingdom. The walls of Jerusalem symbolize God's protection, strength, and the peaceful habitation of His people, calling for a revival of God's testimony in the church today.

John Nelson Darby expresses his deep affection for his brethren in Plymouth, reflecting on the joy and fellowship experienced there despite their current scattering. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating the Lord's vineyard with wise and patient hearts, acknowledging the need for prayer and spiritual growth among the brethren. Darby also discusses the necessity of relying on the Spirit of God for guidance in ministry and the challenges of maintaining unity within the church amidst external pressures. He encourages his brother to seek the glory of the Lord above all and to trust in God's provision for their needs. Ultimately, he conveys a message of hope and reliance on God's grace for the future.

Oswald Chambers emphasizes the importance of focusing on God in all aspects of our work, urging us to maintain a childlike worshipful heart and to avoid distractions that hinder our cooperation with Him. He highlights the need for disciplined obedience to Christ, rather than impulsive actions, and the necessity of aligning our will with the Father's, just as Jesus did. Chambers reminds us that true earnestness is found in obeying God and bringing every project under His authority through disciplined spiritual transformation.

Jane Lead preaches about the importance of overcoming and keeping Christ's work until the end, emphasizing the need to focus on what Christ has wrought in us, rather than our own righteousness which is fleeting. She describes Christ's work as a finely crafted piece, a representation of His workmanship that needs to be carefully preserved and adorned with beauty. Lead highlights the rarity and significance of being engraved with Christ's living image, requiring constant watchfulness to protect it from defacement and destruction.

Ernest O'Neill challenges the notion of feeling insignificant and unnoticed, emphasizing that each individual is an integral part of God's plan for the universe. He explains that our purpose in life and work is to reveal the harmony and beauty that God has already established through His Son, Jesus Christ. O'Neill highlights that whether we are cleaning bathrooms or curing diseases, our work uncovers the order and reconciliation that God has woven into the fabric of the world, ultimately leading to the actualization of Christ in us.

Ernest O'Neill preaches about the profound reality of our identity as creations of God, emphasizing that we were created by the Creator inside His Son, making us part of God Himself. The Bible confirms this truth by stating that we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus, and that Christ is the image of the invisible God, through whom all things were created. Our lives are far more significant than we realize, as we are vital parts of the Son of the Maker of the universe, designed to express unique facets of God's character.

Chip Brogden preaches on the foundation of the Church being built by Jesus Himself, emphasizing the importance of the revelation of Jesus Christ as the key to understanding and experiencing true Church membership. The Church, or 'ecclesia', consists of those to whom God has revealed His Son, and this revelation is what secures individuals as members of the Church. Jesus builds His Church through personal revelation to individuals, not through human efforts or strategies, and the Church is a spiritual organism of living stones, not an organization or denomination.

J. Stuart Holden preaches about the divine partnership between God and believers, emphasizing that as God's workmanship, we are created in Christ Jesus for good works. He highlights the active role believers play in this partnership, as God's life within us energizes, informs, steadies, and directs us, ultimately developing our individuality. The sermon underscores the importance of acknowledging our dependence on God while actively participating in His work, recognizing that any virtue or praise belongs to Him alone.