In this sermon, Pastor John Piper emphasizes the importance of holiness, zeal for good works, and commitment to world evangelization. He highlights that Jesus bled and died to purchase our holiness and to ignite a passion for good deeds that goes beyond mere avoidance of sin. Furthermore, he emphasizes that Christ's sacrifice should fill us with a fervor for spreading the gospel to the world. Piper acknowledges that we all fall short in these areas and encourages the congregation to seek God's forgiveness and redirection in their lives. He also reminds them that beneath these three aspects lies the foundational purchase of forgiveness, justification by faith, and reconciliation to God through Christ's sacrifice.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of progressive learning in the Christian faith. He discusses two key lessons that believers must learn: the consciousness of their own impotence and a strong desire for a better life found in the full revelation of Christ's ability to save completely. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about the negative influence of watching a movie on his spiritual life, highlighting the need to lay aside anything that hinders spiritual growth. He also emphasizes the power of the spoken word of God and how it is an act that judges and transforms individuals. The sermon concludes by emphasizing the importance of despairing of oneself and placing hope in God alone, allowing Him to fulfill His purpose in believers' lives.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the tribe of Levi and the grace of God exhibited in their transformation. The speaker highlights how Levi, despite being a cruel person, was chosen by God to be the head of the priestly tribe. This demonstrates the marvelous grace of God, which can also transform sinners into a kingdom of priests. The speaker emphasizes that all believers are priests today, having been redeemed by the precious blood of Christ. The sermon also references biblical verses from 1 Peter to emphasize the concept of redemption and the role of believers as living stones in a spiritual house.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching about the blood of Jesus. He believes that when the blood of Jesus is preached, it brings liberty and joy to congregations. The preacher highlights that the blood of Jesus is the key to removing a tormenting conscience and experiencing the blessings of God. He refers to the story of the Passover in Exodus chapter 12, where the blood of a lamb was used as a token of judgment already falling on a house. The preacher concludes by encouraging believers to sit down and rest in the finished work of Jesus, rather than striving and standing in their own efforts.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the worth of gaining the world at the expense of one's soul and relationship with God. He emphasizes that making such a bargain is a mistake and asks the audience what they can give in exchange for their soul. The preacher then focuses on the power of the blood of Jesus and the immense blessings that come from it. He mentions forgiveness and cleansing through the blood of Christ, using the example of David's repentance in Psalm 51.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the transformative power of the word of God. He compares the experience of the children of Israel, who were enslaved in Egypt for 400 years, to the bondage and weakness that people may feel in their own lives. The preacher highlights the preciousness of redemption through the blood of Christ, which has the potential to revolutionize any life, marriage, or family. He encourages believers to share this power and love with their neighbors, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and the magnitude of the cross.

In this sermon, the speaker takes the audience on a crash course through the book of Romans. The book of Romans is seen as a vital revelation given to Paul by Christ, who appeared to him in a powerful conversion experience. The main theme of the book is the power of the gospel of Christ, which brings salvation to all who believe. The speaker emphasizes that the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the significance of the Lord's death and its various aspects. He highlights that the act of proclaiming the word of God is a messy but essential task. The preacher discusses the decision of Jesus to sacrifice himself and quotes from the first epistle of Peter to support his point. He also mentions the tearing of the temple veil as a significant event that occurred when Jesus died. The sermon concludes with a prayer expressing gratitude for Jesus' sacrifice and anticipation for the future redemption of believers.

In this sermon, the speaker begins by discussing the concept of being an heir and how, as children, we are no different from servants until the appointed time. He then talks about how we were once in bondage under the elements of the world, but God sent his son to redeem us and adopt us as his children. The speaker emphasizes that as sons of God, we have the spirit of his son in our hearts, allowing us to cry out to God as our Father. He also mentions the importance of grace and peace in times of trials and tests, and highlights the power of the Holy Spirit in transforming lives through the gospel.

This sermon emphasizes the true cost of gaining a member in the church, contrasting it with the concept of salvation through Jesus Christ, which is freely given without cost or pride. It challenges the modern approach of church growth strategies that focus on material investments rather than spiritual transformation. The speaker highlights the sacrificial giving of ordinary people for the work of Jesus, contrasting it with the superficial displays of wealth and status. The message calls for genuine repentance, humility, and a focus on spiritual renewal rather than external displays of wealth or status.

In this sermon, the speaker begins by mentioning a choice he would have liked to present visually but is unable to due to time constraints. He then describes a scenario where a young Catholic couple, hungry for God's word, seeks guidance on the way of God. The speaker asks a young man to share the message of God's holiness with them. The sermon emphasizes the importance of practicing what Jesus taught and following in his steps. The speaker concludes by inviting the audience to follow the Lord Jesus Christ.

In this sermon, the speaker addresses the tendency to only focus on one aspect of the cross, namely forgiveness and justification. He emphasizes that Jesus' death on the cross was not only for our forgiveness, but also for our holiness and zeal for good deeds. The speaker references Titus 2:14, which states that Christ gave Himself to redeem us from iniquity and to purify a people who are zealous for good deeds. The sermon highlights the gap between what Christ died to achieve in our lives and how far short we fall, reminding listeners of the importance of pursuing holiness, zeal for good works, and commitment to world evangelization.

This sermon emphasizes the imminent return of the Lord Jesus, urging believers to be prepared and vigilant for His coming. It delves into the story of creation, the fall of man, and the purpose of defeating God's enemy to bring glory to God. The importance of standing with God against the enemy within us is highlighted, calling for self-examination and surrender to God's will in anticipation of His return.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the power of the invisible forces that govern people's lives. He uses the example of addiction to illustrate how individuals can be controlled by these forces, even against their own will. The speaker also references the story of the children of Israel in slavery in Egypt as a metaphor for the bondage that all people experience. He emphasizes the need for deliverance and redemption, highlighting the preciousness of the blood of Jesus as the price paid for our freedom. The sermon concludes with the assurance that there is a divine control over these invisible forces, providing hope for liberation.

Joseph Carroll emphasizes the significance of Christ's sacrifice in John 17, highlighting that Jesus sanctified Himself for our sake, demonstrating selflessness over selfishness. He urges believers to embrace humility and to live for others, reflecting on the eternal impact of our decisions. Carroll draws parallels between the necessity of death for the corn of wheat to produce life and the call for disciples to die to self for the sake of others. He challenges the congregation to build a magnificent life in Christ, forsaking all for the sake of discipleship, and to maintain their savor as salt in the world. The sermon concludes with a prayer for grace to build a character that reflects Christ and impacts eternity.

Dietrich Bonhoeffer emphasizes the distinction between cheap grace and costly grace, highlighting the danger of settling for a superficial faith that justifies sin without true repentance. He challenges Christians to embrace costly grace, which requires discipleship, self-sacrifice, and a genuine commitment to following Jesus Christ. Costly grace, exemplified by God's sacrifice of His Son, calls believers to a life of surrender, condemnation of sin, and justification through faith.

Martin Knapp emphasizes the necessity of meeting certain conditions to receive the gift of the Double Cure, which includes conversion and entire sanctification having both a God side and a man side. The sermon delves into the divine and human aspects of redemption, conviction, pardon, justification, adoption, witness, peace, and more, highlighting the roles of God and man in the process. Knapp stresses the importance of intellectual belief, intense desire, resolution, repentance, genuine repentance components, restitution, prayer, and appropriating faith in the pursuit of sanctification.

Zac Poonen preaches on the importance of utilizing the five gifts God has given us to have a firm grip on the Christian life. These gifts include the Blood of Christ for forgiveness, justification, redemption, and cleansing; the Holy Spirit for empowerment, fruitfulness, and spiritual effectiveness; the Word of God for guidance, renewal, and spiritual warfare; the Way of the Cross for self-denial, spiritual progress, and overcoming sin; and the Body of Christ for unity, support, and manifestation of God's glory.

Alexander Whyte preaches about the seven important things that Samuel Rutherford urged John Gordon of Rusco to remember. These include the solemn reminder of the few who are saved, the necessity of striving for heaven with force, the challenge of reaching the top of the hill in the Christian journey, the caution against besetting sins, the awareness of the shortening sand-glass of life, and the ultimate reliance on the blood of Christ for salvation.

J.C. Philpot preaches about the miraculous grace of God in saving sinners, emphasizing the deep conviction of sin and the need for sovereign grace to rescue souls from destruction. He highlights two contrasting yet equally miraculous instances of God's grace in the thief on the cross and Saul of Tarsus, showcasing the power of God to transform the most hardened hearts. Philpot delves into the Apostle Paul's profound experience of counting all things as loss compared to the excellency of knowing Christ, urging believers to surrender all to win Christ and be found in Him, clothed in the righteousness that comes through faith in Jesus.

Thomas Watson preaches about the importance of sincerity and uprightness in a Christian's character, highlighting the significance of having a heart for God, working by an upright rule, and acting from a principle of faith and love. He emphasizes the traits of an upright man, including being uniform in piety, zealous for God, and progressive in holiness. Watson contrasts the end of the upright man, which is peace with God, conscience, and the saints, with the end of the wicked, which is to be cut off. He provides comfort to the upright by assuring them of the peaceful and honorable end awaiting them.

Gareth Evans shares a powerful testimony of his journey from applying for a teaching position at Toronto Hebrew Academy to impacting the lives of students and the school's rabbi with his faith in Jesus Christ. Despite being a born-again Christian, he is offered the Head of Science Department position and later engages in thought-provoking discussions about Christianity and Judaism, leading to a profound revelation for the rabbi and students. Through his obedience and willingness to share his faith, Gareth experiences a mountain-top encounter with God, demonstrating the transformative power of God's love and sacrifice.

Zac Poonen preaches on the importance of progressing in our relationship with God and fellow believers in the new year, emphasizing the need for forgiveness, justification, redemption, access to God's presence, peace with God, and continual cleansing through the blood of Christ. He highlights that Christ's blood purchased the pardon for all sins, but it is only received through repentance, trust, and acceptance. Believers are encouraged to walk in victory over conscious sin and rely on Christ's blood to cleanse unconscious sins, enabling unbroken fellowship with the Father and victory over Satan's accusations.

The preacher delves into the concept of redemption, emphasizing the freeing of captives through the payment of a ransom price, as seen in the biblical use of the Greek word 'lutroo.' The sermon explores how Jesus' precious blood serves as the ultimate redemption for believers, setting them free from bondage to sin and empowering them to live holy lives. Through various Bible verses and word studies, the preacher highlights the Old Testament foreshadowing of redemption, the practical implications of Christ's redemptive work, and the eternal inheritance secured through redemption in Christ.

J.C. Philpot preaches about the essence of salvation, emphasizing the distinction between salvation as an external work (Election, Redemption, & Justification) and salvation as an internal work. He criticizes the superficial approach of some ministers who neglect the importance of salvation as an inward reality, leading to confusion and ignorance among believers. Philpot highlights the necessity of a deep, experiential understanding of sin and the need for a supernatural work of God to transform the heart. He stresses that true salvation is not based on works, free will, or outward religious practices, but on a personal, revealed experience of God's grace and mercy.