Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the profound depth of the Gospel of John, particularly focusing on the themes of sanctification and the nature of Jesus as both divine and human. He argues that the Gospel is not merely a collection of four accounts but a singular narrative revealing the essence of Christ. Ravenhill highlights the importance of understanding Jesus' prayer in John 17, which he considers a sacred moment that showcases the need for believers to seek wisdom and sanctification in their lives. He challenges the church to move beyond superficial spirituality and to embrace a deeper relationship with God, emphasizing the necessity of separation from worldly influences. Ultimately, he calls for a commitment to holiness and a deeper understanding of God's majesty.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the greatness and holiness of God. He compares the excitement of a child playing with a ball to our attempts to impress God with our achievements, highlighting that God is not impressed by worldly accomplishments. The preacher then discusses the beauty and wonder of heaven, stating that only God can truly engage and excite the wonder of angels and all creatures. He concludes by urging listeners to pray for the raising up of men who will preach the beauty of God instead of offering worldly comforts and benefits.

In the video, the speaker shares about their experience in Mexico where they went to serve and give to those in need. They describe how the church was alive and worshiped differently because they were focused on giving rather than receiving. The speaker expresses their desire to maintain this attitude even when they return to their home church. They also share an example of testing the friendliness of their church by observing how they interact with someone who looks different, highlighting the importance of not showing favoritism.

Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the urgent need for personal cleansing and purity before God, as exemplified by the prophet's cry of being undone and having filthy lips. He highlights the dangers of unclean speech within the church and the necessity of being touched by God's purifying fire. Ravenhill calls for a deep, personal commitment to God, urging believers to seek the Holy Spirit's power to transform their lives and to confront the spiritual blindness prevalent in the church today. He passionately advocates for a radical change in the hearts of believers, encouraging them to desire God's presence above all else. The sermon concludes with a call to action, inviting individuals to come forward and seek God's transformative fire in their lives.

In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful testimony of a man named Ellis Govan who had a life-changing encounter with a Christlike man named Will McFarlane. Despite initially feeling angry and resistant towards McFarlane, Govan's heart melted as he observed McFarlane's Christlike character and heard him speak. This encounter led Govan to cry out to God to make him holy, as he realized that holiness was attainable even for a young man. The speaker emphasizes the impact of a Christlike life, stating that it is the greatest message God has on earth and that it can deeply affect and transform others.

This sermon is a prayerful plea for holiness, repentance, and spiritual transformation. It emphasizes the need to surrender negative thoughts and hindrances to the Holy Spirit, seeking purification and obedience. The congregation is urged to turn away from worldly distractions and focus on Jesus Christ, the source of everlasting life and peace. The speaker prays for spiritual growth, humility, and a deepening faith in Christ, culminating in a call to embrace the urgency of following Jesus wholeheartedly.

In this sermon, the preacher addresses the issue of why people often fall short in their spiritual journey and fail to overcome sin. He questions why many who attend crusades or church events do not experience lasting transformation. The preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the true meaning of being emancipated through Jesus Christ's sacrifice. He highlights the need for holiness and how it is lacking in many believers' lives. The sermon also touches on the role of conscience in convicting individuals of wrongdoing and the power of Jesus' sacrifice to set people free.

This sermon delves into the importance of holiness, exploring what it means to be holy and how it is connected to knowing God's will. It also touches on the topics of reproof and rebuke. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of holiness for true happiness, highlighting the correlation between holiness and happiness. The sermon challenges common misconceptions about holiness, repentance, and the lordship of Jesus Christ, urging listeners to align with biblical teachings and prioritize God's honor above all else.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of personal growth as Christians through reading and studying the Bible. He shares his personal experience growing up in a country with apartheid and serving as a chaplain. The speaker then discusses the journey of the Israelites from Egypt to Mount Sinai, where the will of God was revealed through the law and worship was established through the tabernacle. He transitions to the New Testament, highlighting Jesus' teaching on worshiping God in spirit and truth and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost, resulting in the salvation of 3000 people. The speaker also shares a personal anecdote about a trip to Balakula and emphasizes the importance of receiving and sharing valuable spiritual material.

This sermon emphasizes the vital importance of prayer meetings in the life of a church, likening a church without a prayer meeting to a car without a motor. It highlights the discipline and sacrifice required in spiritual growth, drawing parallels to the dedication of Olympic athletes. The message stresses the need for personal holiness, repentance, and a deep relationship with God, urging believers to seek cleansing and renewal of the heart. It concludes with a call to find true joy in the Lord, recognizing that entertainment is a poor substitute for genuine spiritual fulfillment.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the message of Jesus Christ, which was taught by Him and received by the apostles. The preacher highlights that Jesus is not just the gentle and meek figure often portrayed, but also the Son of God and the source of the message of God's holiness. The preacher explains that fellowship with God can only be achieved through His holiness, and that growing spiritually involves relating our lives to His holiness. The sermon also touches on the concept of God's love, life, and His consuming fire, and raises questions about the necessity of repentance and being born again.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of resistance and perseverance in the face of trials and challenges. He urges Christians to be girded with the word of God and led by the spirit of God. The preacher highlights the current state of many Christians as being faithless and worldly, and calls for a return to trusting in the living God. He emphasizes the need for repentance, holiness, and purity, and encourages believers to overcome sin through the power of the Holy Spirit.

The sermon transcript emphasizes the importance of a genuine and impulsive faith in God, rather than relying on formulas or carefully laid out sermons. The speaker urges the audience to turn away from the world's temptations and self-centeredness, and instead turn towards Jesus Christ. The prayer is for God to awaken people's souls and turn their eyes away from worldly vanities, so they may focus on holy things and be saved from their own foolishness and laziness. The sermon concludes with a prayer for God's help in preparing the hearts of the audience to receive communion in a worthy manner.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of understanding and teaching the word of God in order to maintain fellowship within the church. He emphasizes the need for individuals to be taught and not just engage in discussions without knowledge. The speaker also highlights the order of priorities in the early church, where teaching came before breaking of bread. He urges responsible leaders to reevaluate their ministry and ensure that they are covering a wide range of biblical topics and not repeating the same teachings.

This sermon delves into a controversial passage in the Bible, discussing the authenticity and significance of the story of the woman caught in adultery. It explores the scholarly debate around the inclusion of this story in the Gospel of John, highlighting the importance of textual criticism and the reliability of the New Testament manuscripts. The sermon emphasizes Jesus' exaltation over the law, his establishment of righteousness on the foundation of grace, and the call to pursue holiness in light of God's forgiveness and mercy.

This sermon emphasizes the paramount importance of holiness as the key attribute of God, even above His love. It highlights how leaders, prophets, and the church have fallen short in recognizing and upholding the holy standard set by God. The message calls for a return to holiness, not weirdness, as seen in the example of Jeremiah being sanctified and called to convict and bring God's people back to Him.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing that all sin is against God's rights, nature, name, word, person, creation, love, body, blood, and divine cautions. It highlights the consequences of sin and the need for repentance, stressing that true salvation from sin involves a transformation of heart and life, not just a desire to escape its penalty.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of sobriety in our understanding of trials and testing. He explains that sobriety does not refer to the use of intoxicants, but rather to seeing things in their true light. The speaker highlights the need to recognize that testing comes from God, not Satan, and that it is meant to mold and conform us to the image of Christ. He also discusses the concept of girding up the loins of our mind, which involves receiving the doctrinal fact that suffering is connected to glory in Christ. The sermon references various biblical examples and prophecies that point to the coming of Jesus as the Savior of the world. The speaker encourages listeners to rely on the Word of God to overcome doubts and trust in God's plan for their lives.

In this sermon, the preacher tells a story about a man who had a problem and believed that only the President could help him. A little boy offers to lead him to the President, and they go through several doors until they finally reach him. The preacher uses this story to emphasize that just as the little boy led the man to the President, Jesus Christ is the only way to reach God. The sermon then focuses on the book of Romans, specifically chapter 1, which describes the actions of men and women in any day, including the present. The preacher highlights the sinful behaviors mentioned in the chapter and emphasizes that every generation is stuck with God and cannot get rid of Him.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of being saved by the grace of God. He emphasizes that being saved is not dependent on spooky stories or emotional experiences, but rather on the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the recognition of one's need for Christ. The preacher challenges the idea of a "Bible Belt" and asserts that salvation is not limited to a specific region or age group. He shares a personal conversation with someone who questioned the need for life change after being saved at a young age, and the preacher explains that while some may be saved from a life of sin and rebellion, others may be saved from different circumstances. The sermon concludes with a reference to 2 Timothy 4:1-6, urging believers to preach the word, endure afflictions, and fulfill their ministry.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the theme of holiness throughout the Bible. He highlights that God desires a holy people and that the Bible is a holy scripture that reveals the holy Son of God who died and rose again. The preacher explains that Jesus came to save his people from their sins and to deliver them from the bondage of Satan. He emphasizes that God's purpose in grace is to conform his people to the image of his Son, and this is achieved through the intercessory ministry of Jesus Christ, our great high priest.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of not making ourselves the center of worship but rather exalting God as the ultimate treasure and focus of our lives. It challenges the notion of self-centeredness and self-exaltation, pointing to the glory of God and magnifying Christ as the true center of God's values and redeeming work. The test presented revolves around understanding true love from God, whether it is in being made much of or in being enabled to enjoy making much of Him forever through the sacrifice of Jesus.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the danger of following traditions instead of being led by the Spirit of God. He warns that relying on traditions can lead to a false assurance of salvation and a lack of spiritual growth. The preacher also highlights the negative impact of worldly perceptions of Christians who are influenced by traditions rather than the Spirit. He emphasizes the need to walk in the Spirit and not in the flesh, as the flesh is hostile to God and does not submit to His Word. The sermon concludes with the reminder that Jesus came to provide salvation through His sacrifice on the cross and to set believers free from the law of sin and death.

This sermon emphasizes the incomparable nature of God's holiness, highlighting His unique, divine, and morally perfect attributes. It delves into the rarity, permanence, and accessibility of God's infinite value, making Him the ultimate standard. The speaker challenges the audience to be passionate not only for God's holiness but also for His supreme, infinite value, which will uproot worldly joys and misconceptions about the gospel.

In this sermon, the preacher begins by leading the congregation in singing a hymn that praises God and emphasizes peace, love, honor, and joy. The sermon then focuses on the holiness of God and how He cannot tolerate sin or overlook it. The preacher references Habakkuk and Revelation to support this point. The sermon concludes by highlighting the practical application of understanding God's holiness, which should lead to a profound sense of reverence.