In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of fervent prayer and bold proclamation of the Word of God in the face of opposition. The story of Peter and John being threatened by the religious establishment and their subsequent prayer for boldness and divine help is highlighted. The speaker emphasizes that the same principles of prayer and proclamation are still relevant for Christians today. The sermon also emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in empowering believers and producing strong leadership in the early church.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the triumphant entry of Jesus into his kingdom, as described in the Gospels. He emphasizes the importance of words and the need for them to have integrity and meaning. The preacher highlights the choice that believers must make between religious flamboyance and superficiality, or embracing humility, rejection, suffering, and even death for the sake of following Jesus. The sermon also emphasizes the sacredness of this choice and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies regarding the coming of the king.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the last moments of Jesus with his disciples before his arrest. He highlights that Jesus gave seven crucial commands to his disciples, all of which revolve around prayer. The speaker emphasizes the importance of approaching prayer with a humble heart and aligning ourselves with God's word. He also emphasizes the need for united prayer in the church, as it is through prayer that God moves in a supernatural and abundant way. The speaker encourages the church to seek God's face and pray for the glorification of his name.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of reviewing objectives for the Sabbath service. The three objectives mentioned are to honor God, bring members together, and provide a training opportunity for new members. The speaker also highlights the need for the Holy Spirit's guidance and power in carrying out God's work. The sermon emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in every discourse and the promised outpouring of God's life-giving spirit as the hope of God's people. The speaker passionately calls for a new demonstration of God's reality, presence, and power in the church, stating that the church will be ablaze for God when individuals are ablaze for Him.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the church in God's plan. He highlights that God has created all things, including the Earth, the universe, and its resources, for the sake of the church. The preacher challenges the notion that the church is just a secondary or insignificant part of God's creation. He encourages ministers to have a vision of God's purpose and to be motivated by it, even in the face of discouragement. The sermon concludes with a call to embrace the eternal purpose of God and to be transformed by it.

In this sermon, the preacher recounts a trip to Times Square where he and his companion set up shop to preach the word of God. They were joined by young men who were eager to preach, despite their fear and trembling. The preacher emphasizes the importance of having a proper perception of God in order to express true praise and worship. He also highlights the dangers of having unworthy thoughts of God, which can lead to unworthy worship. The sermon touches on the issue of sexual immorality and the prevalence of pornography in society, urging listeners to guard their eyes and minds.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses five evidences of genuine conversion. He emphasizes that Christians should not skip over the first four evidences and focus only on the desire to tell others about Christ. The first evidence is not being ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, as it is the power of God unto salvation. The second evidence is the transformation of lives, which is lacking in Christianity today. The preacher urges believers to examine themselves and ensure that they truly know Christ and are known by Him.

In this sermon, the preacher begins by sharing a personal story from his time in the Argentine army. He reflects on the hollowness of empty words and expresses a desire for the Word of God to bring forth reality in our lives. The preacher then focuses on three words from different verses: oven, pan, and frying pan, to illustrate the idea of variety in God's provision. He emphasizes that while there is variety, God does things His own way. The sermon concludes with a reference to Acts 4:31, where the disciples prayed and were filled with the Holy Spirit, leading to boldness in speaking the word of God and unity among believers.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the Acts of the Holy Spirit through the apostles and other believers in the early church. He emphasizes the motto of the early church, which is taken from Zechariah 4:6, stating that the job of spreading the gospel will be accomplished not by human might or power, but by the Spirit of the Lord. The preacher compares the effectiveness of the early church with the relative ineffectiveness of the modern church and raises the question of what is wrong. He shares a personal anecdote about a young man in France who had never heard the gospel until a Christian outreach team arrived and shared it with him. The sermon then transitions to the book of Acts, specifically focusing on the power of the Holy Spirit. The preacher reads Acts 1:8, where Jesus promises that the disciples will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon them, enabling them to be witnesses for Him in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. He also mentions Acts 4:33, which describes how the apostles were given great power to testify to the resurrection of Jesus.

Charles E. Cowman preaches on the importance of gentleness in the life of a servant of the Lord, emphasizing the rarity of this spirit in a dark world and the necessity of undergoing suffering to attain true gentleness. He highlights that grace does not come by chance but requires intentional discernment, choice, and nurturing in our thoughts. Cowman stresses that every step towards grace begins with understanding it and making a prayerful commitment to embody it, often through a process of dying to self and experiencing crucifixion. He warns against a superficial sanctification that lacks the genuine breaking of the heart and mind, advocating for a deep, transformative work that results in a soft, sweet, and triumphant life.

James A. Stewart emphasizes that true revival, as seen in the New Testament, involves renewals from within local churches, elevating them to a higher spiritual position. Revival is not merely about large evangelistic gatherings but about bringing a mighty spiritual atmosphere back to the local churches. The early Church in Acts exemplified a powerful revival, characterized by steadfastness, adherence to doctrine, fervent prayer, overflowing generosity and praise, and a demonstration of the gospel with signs and wonders, all empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Smith Wigglesworth emphasizes the transformative power of great grace upon the Church, urging believers to magnify the Lord to experience His divine presence. He reflects on the early Church's purity and the necessity of being filled with the Holy Spirit, highlighting the miraculous works that followed their faith. Wigglesworth recounts personal testimonies of healing and the importance of spontaneous giving to God, which leads to abundant blessings. He calls for a holy reverence among believers, encouraging them to seek a deeper relationship with God and to be vessels of His power. Ultimately, he believes that the Church is destined for a greater manifestation of God's glory, akin to the early apostles.

Paul Bramsen discusses the mystery of God's actions and how sometimes we may not fully understand what God is doing, particularly highlighted by the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. The event of Jesus' resurrection was experienced only by believers, emphasizing God's choice to reveal certain truths to those who have faith. Despite the uncertainty and differing interpretations, the resurrection of Jesus became a central conviction for all believers, leading them to boldly preach about it.

J.O. Peck emphasizes the importance of the Church relying on divine power rather than machinery, drawing from the examples of Jesus and the early Christians who operated with minimal means but maximum power. Christ's ministry and teachings reveal that the key to success in spreading the Gospel lies in being empowered by the Holy Spirit. Throughout history, periods of maximum spiritual power in the Church have been marked by a minimum of machinery, as seen in genuine reformations that discarded complicated mechanisms. The chief peril facing the Church today is forsaking divine power for human agencies, highlighting the need for believers to seek power from on high through consecration, prayer, and direct evangelism.

G.W. North emphasizes the significance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ in his sermon 'By the Resurrection From the Dead.' He explains that while the Romans were unfamiliar with Jewish traditions, the resurrection was a groundbreaking event that proved Jesus to be the Son of God with power. North highlights that the resurrection was essential for the gospel, as it validated the effectiveness of the cross and confirmed Jesus' identity as the Savior. He argues that without the resurrection, there would be no gospel, and it was this event that sparked the growth of the early church, even in Rome. Ultimately, the resurrection serves as God's public testimony of Jesus' perfection and divinity, assuring believers of the truth of the gospel.

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.

Chuck Smith emphasizes the immense power of Jesus as stated in Matthew 28:18, illustrating that all power in heaven and earth is under His authority. He explains that this power not only created the universe but also holds it together, and it extends to the spiritual realm, enabling believers to fulfill the Great Commission. Smith encourages the church to share the gospel with all nations, reminding them that they are empowered by the Holy Spirit to carry out this mission. He reassures that Jesus is always with them, providing the necessary strength to overcome challenges. The sermon highlights the importance of recognizing and utilizing the power available to believers through Christ.