In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Habakkuk in the Bible. The prophet Habakkuk is in despair as he sees the wickedness and injustice in the world, and he wonders why God does not intervene. However, despite his confusion, Habakkuk maintains his faith and believes that God will eventually turn things around. The preacher emphasizes the importance of using our time wisely and not neglecting our spiritual growth. He also warns against the temptation of materialism and highlights the need for accountability and judgment in the end.

John Gill argues that Christian baptism is not derived from Jewish proselyte baptism, emphasizing that the Talmuds, which document such practices, were written long after the time of Christ and John the Baptist. He points out that the Jewish baptism lacked the divine authority and solemnity that characterize Christian baptism, and that it was often associated with immoral practices. Gill asserts that John the Baptist's baptism was a new and divine institution, distinct from any Jewish customs, and that there is no evidence of infant baptism in the Jewish tradition prior to Christ. He concludes that Christian baptism must be rooted in Christ's authority rather than human traditions.

J.H. Newman preaches about the ecclesiastical system in Scripture, emphasizing that the Bible teaches matters of faith essential for salvation rather than detailed discipline. He explains that the Gospel is a Law of Liberty, treating believers as sons who love God, and challenges them to show their love for Christ as Lord and Savior. Newman highlights that while the ecclesiastical system is faintly traced in Scripture, it aims to guide believers on what is most likely to please Christ, often through examples, implications, and comparisons of passages.