In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and the need for believers to seek God's help and intervention in their lives. He highlights the example of the apostle Paul, who despite his strong faith and anointing, recognized the need for prayer and relied on the subordinate plan of God for deliverance. The speaker also addresses the dangers that Christians face, both externally and within their homes, such as ruin, separation, and divorce. He calls for a sense of desperation and a return to seeking God through prayer, rather than relying on human solutions or seeking advice from others. The sermon concludes with a reminder that prayer should not be selfish, but rather focused on the needs of others and the advancement of God's kingdom.

In this sermon, the preacher addresses the struggles and challenges that believers face after experiencing a powerful transformation in their lives through Christ. He acknowledges that many people in the congregation have gone through a similar experience of initially finding hope and optimism in their faith, only to be faced with darkness and adversity. The preacher encourages the listeners to remember that they are part of a kingdom that cannot be overcome by any opposition. He uses the example of the apostles facing a violent storm after witnessing the miracle of provision to illustrate the enemy's opposition to the free gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ. The sermon emphasizes the need for believers to persevere and trust in God's strength to overcome any challenges they may face.

In this sermon, the preacher begins by praising and glorifying God, asking for His presence and power to be manifested in the city. The preacher emphasizes the importance of lifting up the name of Jesus and giving Him praise and honor. The sermon then focuses on the significance of Jesus' resurrection, highlighting that it is a sign of His triumph over sin and darkness. The preacher encourages the congregation to turn to God, receive His joy, and find strength in Him, offering salvation and transformation through faith in Jesus Christ.

This sermon delves into the purpose of the recession, emphasizing the need to not waste this challenging time but to seek God's guidance and teaching. It explores how recessions can expose hidden sins, awaken us to global suffering, relocate our joy in God's grace, advance God's mission in spreading the gospel, and encourage the church to care for its members in need.

In this video, the speaker shares a personal story of a Muslim convert to Christianity who faced persecution from his family. The convert's brothers became angry and chained him on a rooftop, threatening him for turning his back on Allah and embracing Jesus. The speaker emphasizes that even though we may not face such extreme situations, as Christians, we will still experience times of trouble and stress. He references the apostle Paul's own experiences of enduring trouble and feeling overwhelmed. The speaker encourages the audience to remember that in these difficult times, we should not lose hope but instead find strength and joy in our faith.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of corporate prayer and how it can lead to God's help and deliverance. The sermon focuses on the example of the apostle Paul, who faced adversity and imprisonment but was helped through the prayers of the Corinthians. The speaker emphasizes that when prayers are answered, it should lead to praise and thanksgiving to God, as it glorifies Him. The sermon also mentions the implied stages in the line of prayer, highlighting the need for reliance on God and trust in His deliverance.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes that true transformation and unity with Christ come through the breaking of our will, allowing us to become pliable vessels for God's purpose. He explains that the hardships we face are part of God's divine plan to teach us dependence on Him rather than ourselves, ultimately leading to a deeper relationship with Jesus. Beach encourages believers to be infatuated with Christ, not just in words but through obedience and a heart aligned with God's will. He illustrates that only through being broken can the sweet aroma of Christ's life be revealed in us, making us effective witnesses of His love and grace. The sermon concludes with a call to embrace the breaking process as a means to experience God's glory and presence in our lives.

David Wilkerson addresses the growing despair among Christians who feel overwhelmed by guilt and the pressure to meet unrealistic expectations. He emphasizes that many sincere believers are at a breaking point, struggling with their faith amidst life's challenges, contrary to the overly positive messages often preached. Wilkerson highlights that true comfort comes from recognizing God's love and the importance of faith in overcoming despair. He reminds us that positive thinking alone cannot resolve our struggles, but trusting in God's unwavering love can provide the strength we need.

K.P. Yohannan emphasizes that while we may feel equipped to handle life's challenges, discouragement is a common experience that can serve as a divine instrument for growth and reliance on God. He illustrates how God uses our struggles to draw us closer to Him, much like the Israelites who had to gather manna daily for sustenance. Yohannan encourages believers to maintain hope and a positive attitude, as seen in the lives of Paul and Joseph, who faced immense trials yet remained steadfast in their faith. Ultimately, he reminds us that our perspective and attitude towards difficulties can shape our journey and strengthen our relationship with God.

Charles E. Cowman emphasizes God's desire for dependable and faithful individuals, using Abraham as an example of someone God could trust to command his children. He highlights the importance of being stable, reliable, and decided in our faith, as God looks for people on whom He can bestow His love, power, and promises. Cowman encourages believers to trust in God's strength to bear any trial, as God knows our limits and will never give us more than we can handle.

Hans R. Waldvogel emphasizes the necessity of absolute trust in God, drawing parallels between the trials faced by the Apostle Paul and the believer's journey. He highlights that true trust is a matter of the heart, not merely intellectual assent, and that it is during trials that our faith is tested and strengthened. Waldvogel encourages believers to approach God with their anxieties through prayer, assuring them that God is responsible for their spiritual victories and needs. He reminds the congregation that trusting God is essential for experiencing His power and promises in their lives. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper relationship with God, where trust becomes a natural response to life's challenges.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that the eleventh chapter of John encapsulates the culmination of Jesus' ministry, revealing that God's ultimate purpose is glory, achieved through the resurrection life. He discusses the necessity of brokenness and travail in reaching God's ends, illustrating that true knowledge of God comes through suffering and surrender. The sermon highlights that Jesus is in control of every situation, even when it appears otherwise, and that the old creation must die for the new life to emerge. Sparks encourages believers to commit fully to God, understanding that His ways may be beyond human comprehension but are always directed towards His glory. Ultimately, he reassures that through trials and tribulations, believers will witness the glory of God manifested in their lives.

David Wilkerson addresses the struggles many Christians, particularly the youth, face at their breaking point, feeling overwhelmed by societal pressures, personal crises, and mental health challenges. He emphasizes that even prominent figures in faith experience moments of despair, echoing the sentiments of Paul and King David in their cries for help. Wilkerson encourages believers to hold on to their faith, reminding them that God loves them and desires their trust, despite the trials they face. He asserts that there are no shortcuts to overcoming despair, but faith in God's promises is essential. Ultimately, he reassures that God will fulfill His Word, even when His timing is unclear.

J.C. Philpot preaches about the spiritual journey of a believer, emphasizing that the greatest attainment in religion is to rejoice in tribulations. He explains how tribulation leads to patience, which in turn leads to experience of God's power, wisdom, and goodness. This experience then fosters a special hope in the believer, firmly rooted in the love of God shed abroad in the heart by the Holy Spirit. Philpot highlights the interconnectedness of tribulation, patience, experience, hope, and love, forming a complete and harmonious chain in the believer's spiritual life.

Charles E. Cowman preaches about how God uses crises, trials, and obstacles in our lives to bring us to a place of deeper faith, knowledge of God, and reliance on His grace. Just as Jacob, David, and Paul were compelled to grow in faith through challenges, we too can experience God's faithfulness and sufficiency in the midst of our extremities. Difficulties are opportunities for our faith to be strengthened, leading us to trust God more fully and receive His abundant grace.

Smith Wigglesworth emphasizes the significance of longsuffering as a prerequisite for the gifts of healing, urging believers to be filled with the Holy Spirit to understand and operate in these gifts. He highlights that true healing comes from a place of compassion and authority over evil forces, and that believers must be willing to confront and cast out these forces with confidence in God's power. Wigglesworth encourages the congregation to awaken to their potential in Christ, stressing that the gifts of healing are not merely for personal gain but for the benefit of others, and that a deep relationship with God is essential for effective ministry.

Jonathan Edwards preaches about the process of salvation, emphasizing that before God delivers individuals from sin, they must first have a deep sense of the evil they are being saved from. This includes experiencing distress, helplessness, and a realization of their need for God's mercy. Edwards highlights that God often leads people through a 'wilderness' of distress before bringing them to a place of deliverance and joy. He also discusses how God's manifestations to believers often involve a progression from terror to comfort, as seen in various biblical examples.

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the transformative power of pressure and trials in our lives, emphasizing how these difficult experiences lead us to rely not on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead. He highlights that through intense pressure in various aspects of our being, we are pressed into knowing and loving God more deeply, into faith for impossible things, and into living a life poured out for Christ. Cowman explains that the pressure of hard places helps us value life, understand the trials of others, and become more compassionate individuals who truly grasp the meaning of suffering.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the inevitability of suffering in the life of a devoted servant of God, as illustrated by Paul's experiences in Asia. He explains that such afflictions should not be seen as spiritual catastrophes but rather as part of the normal Christian journey, meant to redirect our trust from ourselves to God, who raises the dead. Sparks encourages believers to seek the divine purpose behind their trials, recognizing that God allows these experiences to deepen their faith and understanding of His power. Ultimately, he reassures that even in despair, God is at work, transforming what seems like an end into new beginnings through His resurrection power. The sermon concludes with a call to embrace hope and the reality that death has been conquered through Christ.