In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of listening to him as the first step to becoming a true overcomer. He then advises his audience to sell their possessions and stop living with their spouses. However, he acknowledges that many people who followed these steps ended up experiencing mental breakdowns. The preacher also warns against going off on spiritual tangents and emphasizes the importance of proclaiming the gospel correctly. He shares a story of a man who sought his advice regarding his troubled daughter, and the preacher suggests praying over an item of the daughter's clothing to curse the demons. The man later reports that his daughter's behavior improved after following this advice. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the foundational beliefs of Christianity and a warning against teachings that deny these beliefs.

Paris Reidhead emphasizes the necessity of genuine fellowship with God, contrasting it with the superficiality of modern evangelism. He challenges listeners to reflect on their personal relationship with God, urging them to seek true communion rather than mere discussions about Him. Reidhead shares the poignant story of David Brainerd, who expressed deep concern for the souls of those he preached to, highlighting the importance of ensuring that faith is genuine and not based on false assumptions. He concludes with a call for believers to recognize the Spirit's witness in their hearts, affirming their identity as children of God and encouraging them to live out their faith authentically.

In this sermon, the preacher shares a heart-to-heart talk about the story of the Prodigal Son from the Bible. He emphasizes the importance of knowing and walking in the love of God, as it is the essence of our faith. The preacher admits that he himself was once a prodigal, even as a pastor, because he struggled with fear, self-pity, and unbelief. He highlights that unbelief is the greatest sin in the eyes of God and urges the audience to trust in the love of the Heavenly Father.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jacob's dream of a ladder reaching up to heaven. God appears to Jacob in the dream and reaffirms the promises He made to Abraham and Isaac. God assures Jacob that He will be with him and bring him back to the land. The ladder in the dream is interpreted as a representation of Christ, through whom we have access to God. The preacher emphasizes the importance of coming to God through Christ and the need for discipline and courage in our lives as believers.

This sermon delves into Ephesians 2:18, emphasizing the access to God through Christ Jesus and the work of the Holy Spirit. It highlights the Trinitarian nature of this access, showcasing the Father's love, the Son's sacrifice, and the Spirit's life-giving power. The sermon challenges believers to grasp the profound privilege of having direct access to God's presence and to fully embrace the Triune God's active role in granting this access.

In this sermon, the speaker begins by discussing the importance of keeping God's word and how it leads to the perfection of God's love within us. He then introduces a goldfish and a sponge as visual aids to illustrate his points. The speaker briefly mentions a verse from Ephesians about the unity of the spirit and reflects on its significance. Towards the end, he emphasizes the need for salvation through Jesus Christ and encourages the listeners to repent and believe in Him.

In this sermon on the outpouring of God's Father love, Paul teaches that suffering can lead us to a closer relationship with Jesus. He emphasizes the importance of understanding our foundational relationship with God, being justified by faith and having peace with Him. Paul encourages believers to embrace suffering creatively, not shunning it, as it can produce hope and a deeper closeness with Christ. He emphasizes the importance of having absolute confidence in Jesus' closeness and power, both in the present and in the future, even in the midst of suffering.

John Nelson Darby emphasizes that true worship is distinct from preaching and requires a relationship with God through salvation. He explains that worship can only occur in the presence of Christ and through the Holy Spirit, highlighting the importance of being in a state of acceptance and unity with fellow believers. Darby illustrates worship as a heartfelt return to God for His blessings, rooted in the understanding of Christ's sacrifice and the joy of being in communion with the Father. He stresses that worship involves both praise and prayer, and that it is essential for believers to be in harmony to offer genuine worship. Ultimately, worship is portrayed as a joyful expression of love and gratitude towards God, anticipating the fullness of His blessings.

G.W. North emphasizes the transition from John the Baptist to Jesus as THE BAPTIST, highlighting that while John's baptism required true faith, so does Jesus' baptism. He explains that Jesus commanded His apostles to baptize in the name of the triune God, assuring them of His presence through the Holy Spirit. North clarifies that the apostles' practice of baptizing in Jesus' name was not a deviation from His command but a fulfillment of it, as they operated in faith and unity with Christ. The sermon underscores the importance of faith in the baptism process, both in John's time and now under Christ's ministry. Ultimately, baptism is presented as a means of access to God through the Spirit.

Charles Finney emphasizes the vital role of Christ as the sole mediator between God and humanity, explaining that a mediator reconciles conflicting parties and is essential when a controversy exists. He outlines the qualifications necessary for a mediator, including understanding the controversy, possessing the confidence of both parties, and being willing to fulfill the conditions for reconciliation. Finney applies these principles to Christ, illustrating how His dual nature as both God and man uniquely qualifies Him to mediate between the offended God and sinful humanity. He urges listeners to accept Christ's mediatorial work and fulfill the conditions of repentance and faith for salvation, highlighting the urgency of making a decision regarding their relationship with God.

F.B. Meyer emphasizes the necessity of recognizing God as our Father to fully experience His grace and peace, which are essential for our spiritual well-being. He illustrates how Jesus lived in constant communion with the Father, drawing strength and guidance from Him, and encourages believers to adopt a similar relationship. Meyer highlights the glory of being children of God and the access we have to the Father through prayer, urging us to appreciate the depth of this relationship. He reminds us that all earthly fatherhoods reflect the divine Fatherhood, and that gratitude should be our response to all circumstances, trusting in God's perfect love. Ultimately, he assures that the peace of God will envelop our hearts as we embrace our identity as His children.

F.B. Meyer emphasizes the significance of the Holy Spirit as the promise of the Father to believers united with Christ through faith. He describes the Holy Spirit as the seal of our inheritance, the inspirer of prayer, and the source of spiritual strength and unity within the Church. Meyer encourages believers to be aware of their relationship with the Holy Spirit, urging them to avoid grieving Him and to seek to be filled with His presence. He highlights the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in shaping believers into the likeness of Christ and enabling them to fulfill their divine purpose. Ultimately, Meyer calls for a deeper reliance on the Holy Spirit in both personal and communal worship.

John Gill preaches a sermon occasioned by the death of Mrs. Mary Fall, emphasizing the importance of following God's guidance in times of distress. He draws from Isaiah 30:21, illustrating how the Lord directs His people to walk in His ways, especially during trials. Gill reassures the congregation that God's word provides clear direction and comfort, encouraging them to trust in Christ as the only way to salvation and eternal life. He highlights the significance of spiritual nourishment through the word of God, which leads to peace and strength for believers. The sermon serves as a reminder of the hope and assurance found in Christ, even amidst sorrow and loss.

Thomas Brooks emphasizes that being led by the Spirit of God signifies our identity as sons of God. He explains that the Holy Spirit guides believers away from sin, wrath, and the curse, while leading them towards God, Christ, the promises, and ultimately, glory. This transformative journey highlights the importance of yielding to the Spirit's direction in our lives.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the transformative impact of the Holy Spirit in establishing a new spiritual order following the coming of Christ, contrasting it with the old Jewish dispensation that relied on physical senses. He explains that the new order is characterized by spiritual faculties, enabling believers to perceive and understand divine truths beyond mere physical experience. Sparks highlights the necessity of being born of the Spirit to access this new reality, where spiritual sight, hearing, and discernment replace the limitations of the old system. He warns against reverting to a soulish Christianity that neglects the leading of the Holy Spirit, urging believers to embrace the spiritual nature of their faith. Ultimately, he calls for a return to a Spirit-led existence that reflects the true essence of the new covenant.

John Owen emphasizes that the assignation of divine honor to Christ is fundamentally rooted in faith in Him, which has been the cornerstone of true religion since the fall of man. He argues against the notion that faith in Christ was not necessary for worship and salvation, asserting that the first promise of redemption in Genesis 3:15 establishes Christ as the sole means of deliverance from sin. Owen highlights that all Old Testament sacrifices were types pointing to Christ's ultimate sacrifice, reinforcing the necessity of faith in Him for justification and salvation. He concludes that true faith in Christ encompasses both belief in His person and trust in His mediatorial work, which is essential for spiritual life and divine worship.

A.W. Tozer emphasizes that God created humanity to worship Him, and that sin disrupted this natural inclination, leading to a loss of perfect fellowship with the Creator. He points out that while people instinctively seek to worship, they often choose what to worship based on personal preference, effectively judging God's intentions. This tendency has given rise to a blend of psychology and humanism masquerading as religion, where individuals elevate themselves above divine authority. Tozer asserts that true worship cannot occur without the guidance of the Holy Spirit, who restores the rightful place of worship in the hearts of believers.

John Nelson Darby addresses the contrast between carnal confidence and the confidence of faith, emphasizing that true confidence comes from recognizing our position before God and walking in His presence. He explains that many believers may experience a false sense of security, leading to despair when confronted with God's holiness, as seen in the Israelites' fear of approaching the tabernacle. Darby highlights the importance of understanding our identity as priests in God's sanctuary, which should instill holy confidence rather than fear. He encourages believers to embrace their relationship with God through grace, rather than relying on their own merits or assumptions. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper realization of being at home in God's presence, which brings true joy and assurance.

C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the connection between heaven and earth through Jesus, who serves as the mediator and the staircase to heaven. He explains that believers can see heaven opened and access it through prayer, as Jesus has revealed the kingdom to them. The imagery of Jacob's ladder illustrates the continuous exchange of prayer and divine blessings, encouraging believers to engage in intercession and share God's gifts with others. Spurgeon calls for a life of communion with God, where believers ascend in prayer and descend to serve humanity. He assures that this divine promise is fulfilled daily as they live out their faith.

A.W. Pink emphasizes the critical nature of our approach to God, highlighting the confusion surrounding access due to sin and the necessity of a mediator, Jesus Christ. He explains that while sin separates us from God, access is granted through Christ's sacrifice and the work of the Holy Spirit. Pink stresses the importance of moral fitness, sincere faith, and the need for believers to maintain a pure heart and conscience to enjoy communion with God. He warns against presumption in prayer and underscores that true access requires both legal right and spiritual enablement. Ultimately, Pink calls for a balanced understanding of the requirements for approaching the Holy One, urging believers to draw near with sincerity and faith.

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the Spirit's advent into the world, emphasizing the various dispensations and revealed purposes of God. The Holy Spirit's presence in the world before and after the first advent of Christ is explored, highlighting His continuous work in and through the people of God. The progressive ministry of the Spirit during Christ's earthly ministry and the present age of the Church is discussed, focusing on His abode in believers and the growth of the spiritual temple. The future departure of the Spirit from the world and His unique ministry during the Kingdom age are also examined.

William Edwin Boardman preaches about the importance of repentance, baptism in the name of Jesus Christ, and receiving the Holy Ghost for the remission of sins. He emphasizes that belief in the Lord Jesus Christ is the key to salvation, whether it be for justification or sanctification. Boardman highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding, empowering, and transforming believers, showing that salvation is the work of the Holy Spirit, but faith in Jesus is the object of faith for salvation. He clarifies the essential relations of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, illustrating how each person of the Trinity plays a unique yet unified role in the work of redemption.

James Smith preaches on the essential role of Jesus Christ as the one and only Mediator between God and humanity. Sin has separated God and man, and only through a Mediator can reconciliation and unity be achieved. Jesus, being both God and man, is the perfect Mediator who can approach God on behalf of humanity and reconcile them through His obedience, death, gospel, and Holy Spirit.

Philip Hodson preaches about the deep yearnings of God's heart to dwell among His people, emphasizing the intimate communion He desires with us. From the creation of man in His image to the establishment of the New Covenant, God's longing to dwell among us is evident throughout the Bible. The essence of New Covenant life is the access to the Father through Jesus, allowing us to be a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. The vital reality of God's presence in our midst is the defining mark of believers and the church, leading to a transformative and powerful life.

John Nelson Darby emphasizes the concept of 'the unity of the Spirit' in his sermon, explaining that it encompasses both Jew and Gentile in communion with the Father. He outlines three principles of this unity: the creation of one new man, access to the Father through the Spirit, and being built together as a habitation. Darby also discusses the importance of recognizing the utter ruin of man and how this awareness is essential for understanding God's joy in blessing humanity. He stresses that true humility comes from knowing one's identity in Christ, and that believers must strive to maintain unity despite differences. The sermon concludes with the reminder that our relationship with God is rooted in our understanding of our complete dependence on Him.