In this sermon, the preacher shares various anecdotes and experiences to emphasize the importance of committing our causes to God. He tells a story about a preacher from Argentina who came to Canada seeking revival but later blamed Democrats for his disappointment. The preacher then decides to teach a series on soul winning, but only two people show up for visitation, revealing their lack of genuine desire. This leads the preacher to conclude that what they truly need is a revival from God. He also highlights the story of Jacob wrestling with God and emphasizes the need to trust and seek God's blessings rather than seeking revenge or getting bitter. The sermon concludes with a mention of John the Baptist's prayerful life in the desert before God revealed his ministry to him.

In this sermon transcript, the speaker shares his personal testimony of searching for God and finding hope in Jesus Christ. He reflects on his experiences during World War II and the fear and uncertainty that people face without knowing God. The speaker emphasizes the importance of sharing the message of Jesus with others, so they can have a better way to die and experience the joy of the Lord. He also mentions his decision to become a missionary and the miraculous way God led him on his path.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of living a life committed to God, even in the face of trials and conflicts with the world. He encourages believers to trust in God's strength and power, rather than relying on their own abilities or influence. The preacher highlights the example of Jesus Christ, who suffered without sinning, as the perfect model for enduring suffering. He also emphasizes the refining process that trials and testing bring to believers' lives, comparing it to the process of refining gold to remove impurities and make it beautiful and useful.

The sermon titled "Overcome Evil with Good" discusses the principle of responding to evil with good in our lives. The speaker shares that as we grow in our Christian life, God often brings harder challenges into our lives to teach us this principle. He uses the example of a familiar saint, Dirk Williams, who was fleeing for his life and encountered a thief catcher chasing him. Despite the danger, Williams chose to help the thief catcher when he cried out for help, demonstrating the principle of overcoming evil with good. The sermon emphasizes that we can be more than conquerors through Christ and encourages the audience to continually strive to overcome evil with good in their lives.

In this sermon, Basilias Schlink emphasizes the importance of love and reconciliation in building God's kingdom. He encourages listeners to not be estranged from anyone and to actively seek reconciliation with those they have conflicts with. Schlink advises praying about conflicts and humbling oneself before God to learn forgiveness and love. He also suggests self-examination and genuine repentance as ways to address conflicts and seek wisdom from God on how to proceed.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of laying hold of God's word and not letting it slip away. They compare this to the act of pinning down a wriggling animal to ensure it doesn't escape. The speaker highlights that unless one truly grasps and retains God's word, it will not benefit them, regardless of the riches and blessings God may offer. They also discuss the significance of the heart and how it reflects a person's spiritual state, using the analogy of a tree being known by its fruit. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the power of the tongue and the need to exercise control over it, as it has the ability to bring life or death.

In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful story about a young man who forgave his mother after seven years of estrangement. The young man's forgiving spirit allowed God to minister to his mother, who became a Christian that day. The speaker emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, stating that we are most like God when we forgive. He also discusses the concept of rendering blessing for evil and railing, highlighting the need for fervent love and covering the multitude of sins. The sermon addresses the impact of bitterness and defilement in families, using examples of young people who have been affected by divorce and desertion.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of seeing the heavenly vision of Jesus Christ, urging believers to align their lives with God's purpose and to understand that true love is demonstrated through self-sacrifice. He highlights that God's love is redemptive and calls us to lay down our lives for others, just as Christ did for us. The sermon encourages believers to seek a deeper relationship with God, recognizing that our lives should reflect His glory and purpose. Beach challenges the congregation to not be disobedient to the heavenly vision, which is centered on making God known to the world.

John Nelson Darby expresses his heartfelt gratitude and love towards the brethren and sisters in Plymouth, emphasizing the importance of unity and love among believers. He acknowledges the kindness shown to him and encourages the church to maintain their spirit of love, which reflects God's presence. Darby highlights the healing power of love in overcoming the disease of sin and urges the congregation to stand firm in their faith despite challenges and persecution. He shares testimonies of God's work among them, including miraculous recoveries, and calls for continued labor in the Lord's work. Ultimately, he longs for their continued fellowship and spiritual growth, reminding them to remain steadfast in their faith.

John Gill emphasizes the profound example set by Jesus in 1 Peter 2:23, illustrating how Christ, when reviled and mistreated, chose not to retaliate but instead responded with patience and grace. He highlights that Jesus endured false accusations and physical abuse without threatening or seeking revenge, ultimately committing His cause to God, the righteous Judge. This act of entrusting Himself to God serves as a powerful lesson for believers to refrain from retaliation and to leave their grievances in God's hands, who will judge righteously.

John Gill emphasizes the importance of understanding God's perspective on time in his sermon on 2 Peter 3:8. He reassures believers that the delay in Christ's return should not cause doubt, as God's timing is vastly different from human understanding; a day for the Lord is like a thousand years and vice versa. This perspective encourages the faithful to maintain their hope and expectation for Christ's second coming, regardless of how much time passes. Gill draws on Jewish traditions and interpretations to illustrate that God's promises are not bound by human timelines. Ultimately, he calls the congregation to trust in God's faithfulness and timing.

C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that Jesus Christ did not rely on worldly power or violence to achieve His mission, contrasting His approach with that of historical figures who used force to promote their ideals. Spurgeon highlights that Christ's kingdom is not of this world, and He chose love, truth, and the Holy Spirit as His instruments for overcoming evil. By rejecting the use of swords and coercion, Jesus demonstrated a profound victory over the world, showing that true power lies in love and spiritual truth rather than in force or political alliances.

C.H. Spurgeon addresses the division of humanity into two groups: the children of God and the children of the devil, emphasizing the deep enmity that exists between them. He highlights how the righteous, often mocked for their faith and perceived weaknesses, find refuge in God, while the ungodly mock them as fools. Spurgeon encourages believers to stand firm in their faith despite ridicule, to pray for their mockers, and to respond with kindness, reflecting Christ's love. He asserts that true wisdom lies in trusting God, contrasting it with the folly of unbelief. Ultimately, he invites all to experience the peace and joy found in a relationship with Christ.

Ignatius of Antioch emphasizes the importance of praying continuously for others, holding onto hope for their repentance and return to God. He encourages believers to be ministers of God and the mouth of Christ, guiding others with humility, gentleness, and meekness. Ignatius urges Christians to respond to hatred and persecution with kindness, making enemies into brethren for the glory of the Lord. He highlights the example of Jesus, who showed patience, forgiveness, and love even in the face of suffering and betrayal.

St. Benedict of Nursia preaches a sermon on living a virtuous and God-centered life, emphasizing the importance of controlling one's emotions, thoughts, and actions. He highlights the need to avoid anger, grudges, deceit, false peace, and retaliation, while promoting love, truthfulness, patience, and humility. St. Benedict encourages his listeners to love their enemies, bless those who curse them, endure persecution for righteousness, and put their hope in God. He also warns against pride, addiction, gluttony, laziness, grumbling, and gossip, urging self-reflection and accountability for one's actions.

Anton Bosch emphasizes the importance of believers actively participating in spreading the gospel to the whole world, as commanded by Jesus in Matthew 28:18-20 and Acts 1:8. He challenges Christians to expand their world beyond themselves, their families, and even their churches, highlighting the urgency of reaching the lost. Bosch warns against complacency and disobedience in evangelism and missions, stressing that the church exists primarily to preach the gospel and win souls to Christ, as there are still many unreached people. He urges individuals to pray for unbelievers, support missionaries, and engage in activities that aim to reach the lost in their cities and beyond.

Anton Bosch addresses the misconception that aggressive and abrasive behavior is justified in defending the truth by examining the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a spirit of love, blessing those who oppose us, and not repaying evil with evil. The sermon highlights the need for pure motives and obedience to God's will when addressing false teachings, rather than engaging in malicious name-calling or threats. Bosch stresses the biblical mandate to protect the sheep from error and to seek the restoration of those in opposition, all while maintaining a heart of compassion and sorrow for those who are led astray.

K.P. Yohannan shares a powerful story of a missionary in India who exemplified Christ's love by caring for a man who had opposed him and harmed the local church. After the man suffered a severe accident and was abandoned by his friends, the missionary and his congregation selflessly provided for his medical needs and helped him recover. This act of love transformed the man's heart, leading him to acknowledge the reality of Jesus' love through the missionary's actions. Yohannan challenges listeners to reflect on their ability to love those who oppose or hurt them, emphasizing that true love comes from Christ and is made possible through His grace.

Thomas Reade preaches on the Christian character as described in the beatitudes by Jesus, highlighting the inward state and outward conduct of true believers, as well as the general reception they receive from the world. True believers are characterized by poverty of spirit, mourning for sin, hungering and thirsting after righteousness, meekness, mercifulness, and peaceableness. They are promised comfort, blessings, and the heavenly inheritance as they grow in grace and bear the divine image. Despite persecution and reviling from the world, those who embody the Christian character are assured of great rewards in heaven.

George Fox preaches about living in the immortal seed and power of the Lord God to experience unity, peace, and spiritual victory over enemies. He emphasizes dwelling in the life and power of God to realize our inheritance as heirs of an endless life and a world without end. Fox encourages keeping meetings in this divine presence and dwelling in the peaceable seed that destroys troubles, wars, and fightings, offering everlasting life and peace.

Seth Rees preaches about the life and blessings of Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Ghost. Stephen's Christian experience is highlighted as the most important aspect in the eyes of heaven, emphasizing the importance of being filled with faith and the Holy Spirit. Rees encourages believers to cultivate faith, believe for larger things, and trust in God's power for all aspects of life, including salvation, sanctification, and divine healing. He stresses the significance of being right in faith intellectually, experimentally, and practically, and the need for courage, wisdom, and love in the Christian walk.

Jonathan Dymond preaches about the causes of war, highlighting the impure motives and lack of true patriotism that often lead to conflicts. He questions the glorification of military exploits and challenges the notion of dying for one's country, pointing out the mercenary and criminal aspects of war. Dymond urges readers to critically examine the true foundations of military glory and the detrimental effects of promoting war through literature, religion, and public opinion.

Alexander Campbell delivers a powerful sermon on the Christian perspective on war, emphasizing the moral, spiritual, and practical implications of engaging in armed conflict. He questions the justification for war between Christian nations, highlighting the devastating consequences of war on human life, families, wealth, and morality. Campbell challenges the common justifications for war, pointing out the lack of divine warrant for nations to wage war against each other and the absence of a true Christian nation in the world. He advocates for a peaceful resolution of conflicts through negotiation, reason, and the establishment of a congress of nations and a high court of nations to adjudicate disputes. Campbell condemns war as a barbaric and un-Christian practice, urging individuals to promote peace, justice, and compassion in all aspects of life.

Greek Word Studies delves into the rich meaning of 'inherit' (kleronomeo), emphasizing the concept of receiving a portion or possession as a gift from someone who has passed away. The sermon explores how believers inherit various blessings in the New Testament, such as the earth, eternal life, the Kingdom of God, salvation, promises, and blessings, highlighting the importance of faith, patience, and obedience in obtaining these inheritances. The preacher emphasizes that inheriting the Kingdom of God is not based on works but on grace, and warns against unrighteous behaviors that can hinder one from inheriting God's promises.

David Smithers preaches about the powerful impact of fervent prayer in the ministry of General William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army, who declared war on the powers of darkness and saw incredible success in reaching the worst of sinners and transforming entire cities. Despite facing intense opposition and physical attacks, Booth and his followers responded with love, prayer, and unwavering faith, leading to remarkable revivals and salvations. Booth's reliance on prayer, courage, and unity with his wife Catherine, along with his dedication to both preaching and prayer, serve as inspiring examples for Christians today to work diligently and pray fervently in the face of challenges.