In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a man who had blood on his hands and darkness in his heart. He was told by a figure in white that someone with a face like his would help him remove the blood and darkness. The man searched for a solution but nothing worked until one night, he saw the figure in white standing across the fire. The figure asked if he was willing to obey in order to have the blood and darkness removed. The speaker then emphasizes the importance of living in the present and not wishing our lives away.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of understanding and remembering the Word of God. He refers to the incident in Acts 11 where Peter preached to the Gentiles and was reminded by the Holy Spirit of the Word of the Lord. The preacher then turns to Luke chapter 10 and talks about the story of the Good Samaritan. He emphasizes the importance of showing mercy and being willing to serve others. The sermon also highlights the different meanings and symbolism associated with hands in the Bible, such as uplifted hands in prayer and the open hand of generosity. The preacher encourages the congregation to learn the joy of giving and reminds them of the promise that when they give, it will be given unto them. The sermon concludes by mentioning the example of George Mueller, a man of faith whose face reflected his close relationship with God.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the truth of God's word and its impact on our lives. They reference the story of a mother in the Bible who questioned why there was conflict within her, highlighting the struggle between our fleshly desires and our spiritual nature. The speaker explains that Jesus laid down his life not only as an atonement for sin, but also so that we can have access to a glorious life in him. They emphasize the need to go to the root of the matter and deal with the truth in order to find healing, deliverance, and a deeper experience with the Holy Spirit. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and treating each person of the Trinity (God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost) as God in their own right.

Chuck Smith continues his exploration of the baptism of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the promises made by John the Baptist and Jesus regarding this experience. He discusses the fulfillment of these promises at Pentecost and the subsequent experiences of the early church, highlighting that the baptism of the Holy Spirit is often a separate event from conversion. Smith argues that the Holy Spirit's indwelling and the baptism are distinct, and he encourages believers to remain open to the diverse ways God may work in their lives. He concludes with a prayer for the empowerment of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers.

F.B. Meyer emphasizes the vital partnership with the Holy Spirit in ministry, illustrating how true communion with the Spirit empowers preaching and transforms gatherings. He recounts the story of John Ellis, who insisted on the Holy Spirit's presence before proceeding, highlighting the necessity of being filled with the Spirit for effective ministry. Meyer reflects on Peter's experience in Acts 11:15, where the Holy Spirit intervened during his sermon, demonstrating that divine power can manifest even before a message is fully delivered. He encourages ministers to seek the Spirit's cooperation, aiming for a presence that can ignite revival even before words are spoken. Finally, he outlines seven conditions necessary for experiencing this powerful partnership with the Holy Spirit.