A.B. Simpson emphasizes the significance of persistent prayer, illustrating how the prayers of Cornelius were treasured by God and eventually led to a powerful response. He likens the accumulation of prayers to rain that nourishes the dry ground, suggesting that God remembers and honors the supplications of His people. Simpson encourages believers to be 'the Lord's remembrancers,' urging them to continually present their requests before God, as no prayer is ever wasted. The sermon reassures that even delayed answers to prayer can result in greater blessings. Ultimately, the message is one of hope and encouragement to keep praying fervently.

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the emptiness of good works done with wrong motives, using the Pharisees as an example who sought praise from men rather than God. The sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God's favor over human admiration, highlighting the need for genuine faith to value God's approval above all else. It challenges listeners to examine their hearts and determine whether they are more concerned with receiving the praise of men or the favor of God in their charitable deeds.

J.H. Newman preaches on the contrast between works done before and after justification, emphasizing that works before justification do not please God as they do not spring from faith in Jesus Christ and are considered to have the nature of sin. On the other hand, works after justification, which are the fruits of faith, are pleasing and acceptable to God in Christ. The sermon delves into the importance of divine aid in performing good works, highlighting that even works before justification, when done with God's help, can lead to receiving the grace of justification, as seen in the example of Cornelius.

John Chrysostom preaches on the importance of almsgiving and the spiritual and temporal rewards that come from it. He emphasizes the need to exhibit a virtuous life worthy of God's grace, highlighting the significance of generosity and the impact it has on glorifying God, warming love, and working loftiness of soul in individuals. Chrysostom encourages the congregation to avoid excess and focus on nourishment rather than indulgence, pointing out that almsgiving leads to many good works and blessings from God. He concludes by exalting the unspeakable gift of God and the transformative power of sacrificial giving, urging believers to see the altar in every poor believer and to offer their lives as a living sacrifice.

R.A. Torrey emphasizes the critical doctrine of the New Birth as outlined in John 3:2-21, asserting its universal necessity for all individuals, regardless of their moral or religious standing. He explains that the New Birth is not merely a reform of behavior but a radical transformation of one's nature, requiring a divine act of God through the Holy Spirit. Torrey highlights that no amount of morality, religion, or good works can substitute for this spiritual rebirth, which is essential for entering the Kingdom of God. He concludes by detailing the method of the New Birth, which involves the Holy Spirit's power and faith in Jesus Christ as the means of regeneration.