In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about his father's transformation from an alcoholic to a devout believer in God. After repenting from his sinful life, his father became passionate about warning others about the judgments of God and the need for repentance and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes the importance of persuading others to turn to God and highlights the accountability we will face based on our response to the teachings of the Bible. He challenges the audience to consider if they have ever persuaded someone to seek salvation and warns of the consequences of ignoring the message of the Bible.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the lack of enthusiasm and excitement among believers when it comes to studying and hearing God's word. He shares a personal anecdote about his father who would spend whole days reading the Bible. The preacher then recounts a powerful experience he had while listening to a young man preach the gospel, realizing the depth and meaning of salvation for the first time. He urges believers to prioritize their time with God's word and warns of the consequences for those who do not know God or obey the gospel. The sermon concludes with a prayer for cleansing and anointing with the Holy Spirit.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency and responsibility of warning the lost about the dangers they face. He compares the blind leaders of the blind to those who lack compassion for the lost, suggesting that it is evidence of their own spiritual condition. The preacher shares a personal story of his father passionately warning someone about their impending damnation, highlighting the desperation for souls that should be present in Christians. He also discusses the need for judgment to begin in the house of God, as the church's indifference and failure to confront sin has allowed for the rise of unfaithful preachers and worldly living.

In this sermon, the speaker, Keith David, shares about his father's passionate preaching of the word of God. His father was deeply committed to warning souls about the judgments of God and the need for salvation. He would weep and plead with people, even his own family members, to turn to Christ. The speaker also mentions a powerful incident where his father placed a coffin in the church to emphasize the reality of death and the urgency of salvation. The sermon emphasizes the importance of being a watchman for God and warning others about the consequences of sin.

Shane Idleman addresses the difficult topic of hell in his sermon '3 Things Jesus Said About Hell,' emphasizing that Jesus spoke more about hell than any other biblical figure. He highlights three key points: the existence of hell, the fear of hell, and the fact that going to hell is a choice. Idleman stresses the importance of understanding the gravity of sin and the necessity of accepting Christ's sacrifice to avoid condemnation. He encourages believers to have compassion for the lost and to actively pray for those who do not know Christ, reminding them that the gospel is urgent and always a priority.

A.W. Pink delivers a profound sermon on the fourth saying of Jesus on the cross, 'My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?' He emphasizes the depth of anguish and mystery in this cry, illustrating the weight of sin and the holiness of God. Pink explains that this moment signifies the ultimate separation of Christ from the Father as He bears the sins of humanity, showcasing both divine love and justice. The sermon highlights the significance of this forsakenness as a demonstration of Christ's love and the basis of salvation for believers. Ultimately, Pink calls for reflection on the implications of this cry for both the saved and the unsaved.

Edward Payson preaches a powerful sermon on the eternal punishment that awaits impenitent sinners in a future state, emphasizing the importance of preaching the whole truth of the Bible, including the doctrine of future punishment. He vividly describes the sufferings of the soul, including the gnawing worm of passions and desires, and the torment of conscience, as well as the unquenchable fire of God's presence and displeasure. Payson stresses the endless nature of these sufferings, urging both sinners and professing Christians to heed the warnings and turn to Christ for salvation.

Thomas Brooks preaches about the despair that accompanies eternal damnation, emphasizing that the wicked are imprisoned in hell due to their inability to pay the price for their sins. He describes despair as an inevitable companion of the damned, who face hopelessness and the certainty of their eternal punishment. The sermon highlights the irreversible nature of God's justice, leaving the sinner in a state of utter misery with no hope of escape from hell. Brooks illustrates the profound anguish of those who realize their fate and the great gulf that separates them from salvation.

Robert Murray M'Cheyne emphasizes the urgency of seeking the kingdom of heaven, drawing from Paul's example of striving for spiritual assurance and discipline even after conversion. He warns of the dire consequences of being a 'castaway,' highlighting the mental agonies of hell, where the unrepentant will be eternally separated from God's presence, favor, and blessings. M'Cheyne illustrates that the wicked will face not only the absence of joy and comfort but also the torment of their own memories and conscience. He urges both believers to remain vigilant in their faith and the ungodly to turn to Christ before it is too late, reminding them of the love of Christ who bore the weight of being a castaway for their salvation.

R.B. Jones preaches on the profound agony of Jesus on the cross, illustrating it as a representation of the torment of hell for those who reject Him. He emphasizes that the physical suffering was merely a symbol of a deeper mental and spiritual torment, particularly the anguish of being forsaken by God. This forsakenness, the ultimate separation from goodness and love, is portrayed as the worst agony that condemned souls will experience. Jones warns that all who refuse Christ, regardless of their status, will face this eternal separation and suffering. The sermon serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of rejecting God's offer of salvation.

Thomas Brooks emphasizes the terrifying reality of God's judgment, portraying Him as a consuming fire that will expose the ungodly to their sins and divine justice. He vividly describes the horror and despair that will engulf those who have turned away from God, as they face the consequences of their actions and the reality of hell. The sermon serves as a stark reminder of the urgency for repentance and the hope of salvation through Jesus Christ, contrasting the fate of the ungodly with the promise of salvation for believers.

Thomas Brooks delivers a powerful sermon on the dire consequences of rejecting Christ, emphasizing the eternal torment awaiting the ungodly as depicted in Matthew 25:41. He describes the horror of being cast away from God's presence, highlighting the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels, and the unending curses that will befall those who scorn the gospel. Brooks warns that the agony of hell is not only in its severity but also in its permanence, as the damned will suffer without relief forever. He urges listeners to consider the weight of their choices and the importance of repentance to avoid such a fate. Ultimately, he reminds us of the hope found in Jesus, who rescues us from the coming wrath.

Thomas Brooks emphasizes the certainty and severity of hell for the wicked, describing it as a place of eternal torment where divine justice holds them captive. He vividly illustrates the horrors of hell, likening it to a bottomless pit and a fiery furnace, and questions why anyone would choose to dwell there even for a moment. Brooks highlights the contrast of this dreadful fate with the salvation offered through Jesus Christ, who rescues believers from impending wrath. He calls for gratitude and exaltation of Christ, who endured hellish sorrows to free us from sin and its consequences. The sermon serves as a stark reminder of the eternal stakes involved in our choices regarding faith and righteousness.

Olin Alfred Curtis delves into the challenging concept of eternal punishment for the wicked, expressing personal struggles and the need to reconcile this doctrine with a Christian theodicy. Rejecting views of restoration, agnosticism, and annihilation, he emphasizes the necessity of conscious, eternal punishment to uphold the moral urgency of the New Testament. Curtis presents a speculative solution, proposing that in the final universe, lost individuals will serve God involuntarily out of fear, devoid of moral meaning, as a consequence of their rebellion. He argues that this eternal punishment, intrinsic to sin, is a reflection of God's holiness and love, ultimately contributing to the manifestation of God's moral concern and the entirety of His redemptive plan.

Charles Finney emphasizes the dire consequences of neglecting the great salvation offered through Jesus Christ, warning that there is no escape from the impending doom for those who disregard it. He argues that salvation is not only a deliverance from sin and suffering but also a promise of eternal joy and holiness. Finney highlights the greatness of this salvation, rooted in the authority of its divine author, and stresses that mere neglect is fatal, as it leads to eternal woe. He calls for a genuine and earnest pursuit of salvation, urging listeners to fully commit their hearts to Christ to avoid the tragic fate of those who remain indifferent. The sermon serves as a sobering reminder of the eternal stakes involved in the acceptance or rejection of God's offer of salvation.

Thomas Watson preaches about the significance of the Lord's Supper, emphasizing the deep meaning behind Jesus' sacrifice of His body and blood for the forgiveness of sins. He delves into the bitter, lingering, painful, shameful, and cursed aspects of Christ's death on the cross, highlighting the immense love displayed by God the Father and Jesus Christ in giving Himself for humanity. Watson urges believers to surrender to God with self-examination, seriousness, intelligence, longing, penitence, sincerity, humility, heavenly-mindedness, zeal, and universal subjection to Christ, reflecting the gratitude for Christ's sacrifice through courage, fruitfulness, zeal, and heavenly living.

Michael Wigglesworth preaches about the incomprehensible concept of Eternity, emphasizing its vastness and the impossibility for mortal man to fully grasp its magnitude. He contrasts the finite nature of the world and time with the infinite nature of Eternity, urging listeners to consider the eternal consequences of their actions. Wigglesworth highlights the contrasting destinies of the righteous who will live in eternal bliss with Christ and the sinners who will face eternal torment in Hell, underscoring the importance of choosing God's love and salvation.

John Chrysostom preaches about the eternal punishment awaiting those who do not know God and do not believe in the Gospel, emphasizing the severity of hell and the importance of not being deceived by false teachings. He warns against being shaken in faith by false prophecies claiming the imminent return of the Lord, highlighting the need for constant remembrance of God's teachings. Chrysostom also discusses the Antichrist, the man of sin, who will exalt himself against God, and urges the congregation to be vigilant and not easily deceived.

Thomas Brooks delivers a powerful sermon titled 'From Burning to Burning!' emphasizing the extreme and unparalleled torments of hell compared to any earthly suffering. He vividly describes hell as a place of darkness, sorrow, and unending pain, where the damned will experience eternal torment without relief. Brooks warns that those who indulge in sin will transition from the burning of their sinful desires to the burning of hellfire, highlighting the absence of joy or comfort in that dreadful place. He contrasts the horrors of hell with the joys of heaven, urging listeners to recognize the gravity of their choices and the salvation offered through Christ. Ultimately, he calls for exaltation of Christ, who saves believers from the wrath of hell.