This sermon emphasizes the need for Christians to embrace the suffering and humility exemplified by the early church in the book of Acts. It challenges believers to confront the avoidance of pain, self-indulgence, compromise of truth, and the lack of correction within the church. The speaker calls for a return to the centrality of the cross and the power of the resurrection, urging a transformation from a comfortable religiosity to a radical, sacrificial faith that stands out in the world.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a Christlike attitude and values. He challenges the audience to not just passively listen to the message, but to allow it to transform their entire lives. The speaker encourages the audience to study the life of Jesus and align their attitudes towards praise, money, and sinful people with His example. He also warns against prioritizing evangelism without living a Christlike life, as it can undermine the message being preached. The sermon concludes with a call to always rejoice, bear the dying of Jesus, and pray, highlighting the importance of consistently living out these principles.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of living a life surrendered to God, allowing the Christ life to replace the self-life. It highlights the need to deny oneself, take up the cross daily, and follow Jesus, ultimately leading to a life filled with the Holy Spirit and the manifestation of Christ's character in every aspect of life.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between the Old Covenant and the Old Testament, highlighting the need to learn from the mistakes of Israel and to seek revelation from the Holy Spirit in the New Covenant. It stresses the significance of yielding to God's will daily, taking up the cross, and allowing the life of Jesus to manifest through dying to self. The speaker encourages believers to follow Jesus' example of humility and obedience, leading to a transformed life empowered by the Holy Spirit.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility after being blessed by God, highlighting how pride often arises through comparison with others and the need to die to self in order to manifest the life of Jesus. It discusses the challenges of staying humble, avoiding covetousness, and the significance of dying to self daily to experience the power of Christ in our lives.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the letter to the Philippians and discusses the theme of caring for others. He begins by diagnosing the troubles faced by the church and then provides a prescription for overcoming them. The preacher emphasizes the importance of giving and supporting God's servants, using the example of the collection taken on the first day of the week. He also reminds the congregation that they are pilgrims on a journey and encourages them to remember their ultimate goal of being with the Lord. Throughout the sermon, the preacher references various verses from the Bible, including Philippians 4:10 and 2 Corinthians 16.

Thomas Cook preaches about the two kinds of sacrifice in the Levitical economy - of atonement and of acknowledgement. While the former found fulfillment in the Lamb of Calvary, the sacrifice of acknowledgement is perpetual in the Church, requiring a living sacrifice of service and noblest life. Practical holiness is built upon doctrinal truths, with the apostle emphasizing that morality is rooted in theology. The essence of sacrifice is highlighted, showing that to save others, one must be willing to sacrifice oneself, echoing Christ's teaching of dying to live.

A.B. Simpson emphasizes the transformative power of Christ's resurrection, urging believers to recognize themselves as dead to sin and alive to God. He highlights the importance of yielding to God, not as a daily act of dying, but as those who are alive from the dead, using their lives as instruments of righteousness. Simpson explains that the resurrection life equips us for fellowship in Christ's sufferings, enabling us to endure trials with joy and victory. He encourages believers to focus on the sufferings of Christ rather than their own, as they bear burdens for others and the Church. Ultimately, he calls for a life empowered by the resurrection to serve and uplift a suffering world.

Zac Poonen preaches on the Spirit-filled life as a continuous journey of seeking greater degrees of fullness. Using Paul's example, he highlights the paradox of being complete yet desiring a greater fullness of the Spirit, emphasizing the need for constant enlargement of our capacity through the pathway of the Cross. Poonen stresses the importance of discipline and hard work in conjunction with the fullness of the Spirit, as seen in Paul's life of self-discipline and acceptance of the Cross for continuous growth.

Zac Poonen preaches about the danger of creating 'Shibboleths' in Christianity, where certain theological terminology becomes a test of belonging to a group, leading to division, judgment, and destruction of believers. He emphasizes that the focus should be on proclaiming eternal life - the life of Jesus - rather than getting caught up in specific phrases or doctrines. Poonen highlights the importance of following Jesus Himself, seeking fellowship with the Father, and pursuing life rather than death through the cross.

The preacher delves into the metaphorical use of 'ostrakinos' in the Bible, describing it as fragile or lowly, emphasizing the contrast between the valuable treasure within and the commonness of the vessel. This metaphor signifies that human weakness does not hinder the divine intention when supported by God's power. The sermon highlights the concept of believers being like earthen vessels, emphasizing the need for humility and readiness for honorable service. Various biblical figures and authors are referenced to illustrate the significance of being 'jars of clay' in God's hands.

Zac Poonen emphasizes that Jesus, as our Forerunner, has opened the 'new and living way' for us to dwell in the Father's presence, which requires us to carry the dying of Jesus in our own lives. He highlights that true spiritual progress comes from daily denying ourselves and following the way of the cross, as exemplified by Jesus who never pleased Himself. Poonen explains that the essence of holiness is self-denial, and without it, we cannot truly follow Christ. He warns against trying to improve the old self, which has been crucified, and encourages believers to embrace the new man in Christ. Ultimately, the way of the cross is essential for overcoming sin and achieving spiritual growth.

T. Austin-Sparks preaches on the significance of Elisha representing the nature of resurrection life and the Testimony of the Lord's people, emphasizing the power of resurrection in the midst of pressure from a hostile world. Through the stories in 2 Kings 3 and 4, he illustrates the importance of maintaining the Testimony of Christ's universal sovereignty in times of spiritual declension and external pressure. The central theme is the need for believers to experience the power of Christ's resurrection in conflict, service, and life, highlighting the obedience of faith and the fullness of His life overcoming all spiritual foes.

Robert Hawker preaches on the profound humility and obedience of Jesus, who willingly endured the agonizing death of the cross as the ultimate sacrifice for sin, revealing the depth of God's holiness and wrath against sin. He urges believers to stand at the foot of the cross, beholding the Lamb of God and experiencing a spiritual crucifixion with Christ, allowing His life to live in them. Hawker reflects on the violent, cursed, and painful death of Jesus, emphasizing the necessity of His sacrificial death to satisfy divine justice and bring redemption to humanity.

Zac Poonen preaches on what makes a man truly spiritual, emphasizing the importance of looking upward in worship and devotion to God, inward in acknowledging and repenting of unChristlikeness, and outward in seeking to help and bless others. A spiritual man longs for fellowship with God more than anything else, humbles himself constantly, and seeks to do good deeds hidden from man's eyes. He judges himself, keeps his conscience clear, and dies inwardly daily to hindrances. Additionally, a spiritual man forgives readily, is filled with compassion for others, and seeks to serve and bless without expecting anything in return.

Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the transformative power of bearing the dying of the Lord Jesus in our bodies, allowing the life of Jesus to be manifested in us. By faithfully and humbly obeying God, He increases our faith and strengthens our spiritual sight, revealing more of heaven to us as we draw closer to Him. As we behold the glory of the Lord and seek His compassionate gaze in our weaknesses, we are gradually transformed into His image by the Spirit of the Lord, shining with His radiance.

Zac Poonen preaches about how God's purpose in allowing challenges and hardships in our lives is to draw us closer to Him, leading us to repentance and blessing. He emphasizes that God uses even difficult circumstances to turn people away from sin and sanctify them, shaping them to partake in His nature. Poonen highlights the importance of detaching from material possessions and finding joy in God alone, following the example of Jesus who found His joy in the Father. He challenges believers to die to self, forsake worldly attachments, and embrace total dependence on God's perfect love, which brings peace that surpasses understanding.

F.B. Meyer emphasizes the profound mystery of Christ's indwelling within the hearts of Gentiles, highlighting that this revelation, brought forth by the Apostle Paul, signifies that all believers, regardless of their background, are co-heirs of the Gospel. He explains that Christ's presence within us is not dependent on our feelings or actions but is a reality to be accepted by faith, leading to a transformed life that reflects His glory. Meyer encourages believers to recognize and embrace this divine indwelling, which empowers them to live with patience, grace, and a deeper connection to God, ultimately revealing the riches of His glory in their lives.

George Fox preaches to his brethren about walking in the pure light of God, being children of the light and of the day, and not being swayed by worldly influences or false liberties. He emphasizes the importance of waiting upon God in fear and having the Son made manifest within each individual to experience true freedom and unity. Fox urges his listeners to let their light shine before others, leading them to the fountain of light and life, where unity and cleansing from sin are found through Jesus Christ.

F B Meyer delves into the soul's quest for attaining the resurrection from the dead, emphasizing the importance of knowing Christ personally, experiencing the power of His resurrection, and sharing in His sufferings. Meyer highlights the conditions of the risen life, pointing out that deeper fellowship with Christ involves a deeper experience of His sufferings. He encourages believers to seek the attainment of the resurrection life, where they can utilize the spiritual forces available through union with the Risen Christ.

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the necessity of dying to self in order to truly live for Christ, emphasizing the need to surrender even innocent desires and habits to be fully used by God. He highlights the paradox of saving others by sacrificing oneself and bearing fruit through darkness and solitude. Cowman encourages embracing suffering as a means to enter into fellowship with Jesus and become a vessel fit for His purpose, drawing parallels to the fertility that blooms from Calvary's pain.

Zac Poonen delves into the imagery of the river of water of life in Revelation 22:1-2, symbolizing the Holy Spirit bringing life and healing. He connects this to Ezekiel's vision of the life-giving river and Jesus' promise of rivers of living water to believers. Poonen emphasizes the Spirit-filled life where believers are carried by the Holy Spirit, no longer bound to earthly limitations. The purity and transparency of the river reflect the need for God and Christ to be exalted on the throne for the Spirit to work powerfully.

George Cutting preaches about the process of recognizing our need for God's forgiveness and deliverance, emphasizing the importance of feeling a sense of helplessness and need before experiencing true freedom in Christ. He illustrates this with the story of the prodigal son and a bird trapped in a room, highlighting the necessity of acknowledging our sins and inadequacies before God. Cutting categorizes believers into three classes: the uninstructed, the enlightened but complacent, and the consciously needy, urging them to seek true deliverance and liberty in Christ. He discusses the three solemn discoveries every converted person makes: the realization of personal sins, inherent sinfulness, and the struggle between desiring good but doing wrong, emphasizing the need for faith in Jesus' sacrifice for forgiveness and righteousness.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that the Christian life is governed by a divine purpose, which is to attain the fullness of Christ. He explains that this purpose is not merely about being saved but involves a continuous journey of growth and development in Christ. The sermon outlines three key principles that govern this purpose: the Cross, which signifies both the removal of the old self and the establishment of a new creation; relatedness, highlighting the importance of unity among believers; and purity of heart, which fosters openness to God's guidance. Ultimately, the fullness of Christ is a collective experience that requires mutual support and spiritual integrity among Christians.

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.