In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the story of Abraham and his faith in God's promise. The preacher emphasizes the simplicity of the gospel and the basis of Abraham's faith, which was the statement that his seed would be as numerous as the stars. The preacher also references Deuteronomy 8, where God reviews His experience with the Israelites in the wilderness and tests their obedience. The sermon highlights Abraham's immediate and unwavering obedience to God's command to sacrifice his son Isaac, without any hesitation or reluctance.

Mary Wilder Tileston emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's commandments, highlighting that regardless of our feelings or enjoyment, we are called to obey God's will for His sake. She encourages stepping out in obedience, trusting that God will provide the necessary disposition along the way. Tileston stresses that obedience is the test of love towards God, not just a matter of emotions, and that striving for good behavior leads to God granting good feelings as a gift.

David Servant preaches on the parable of the sower from Mark 4:3-10, 13-20, emphasizing the dangers of materialism and the deception of riches that can hinder believers from bearing fruit. He delves into the different types of soil representing varying responses to the gospel, highlighting the importance of true faith enduring and producing fruit. Servant warns about the gradual slipping back into darkness due to worldly temptations and the need for believers to guard against the worries of the world, the deceitfulness of riches, and the desires for other things that can choke the word and make one unfruitful.