In this sermon, Brother K.P. Johannett addresses the danger of becoming cynical and taking God's Word and blessings for granted. He highlights the importance of faith and belief in experiencing the goodness of the Lord in our lives. He references the Old Testament story of the Israelites who were destroyed in the wilderness because they did not mix the word they heard with faith. He emphasizes the need to avoid cynicism and instead have a tangible, real, and touchable faith in God's promises.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of believing in God's great promises and the consequences of unbelief, focusing on the covenant, holiness, fearlessness, and courage of those who trust in God's salvation. It warns against despising God's promises and the dangers of influencing others negatively with doubt and unbelief.

In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal testimony of witnessing a miraculous transformation in a family. The mother, who had been praying for a miracle, saw three of her sons become missionaries, including one who became an outstanding missionary in Brazil. The preacher emphasizes the power of belief in God's ability to bring about change and overcome any problem in our lives. He encourages listeners to reject Satan's lies of unbelief and instead trust in God's control and ability to bring victory and blessings. The sermon also includes a story from the Bible about a king who doubted God's ability to end a drought, and as a result, he died without experiencing the miracle. The preacher concludes by urging listeners to cast their cares upon God and have faith in His care for them. He also encourages the practice of writing out Bible verses as a way to internalize and remember God's Word.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of being captive to the world and the need to break free from its influence. He refers to the prince of the power of the air, who has dominion over the world. The preacher emphasizes that every person is born into this world as a captive and may not realize it until they try to break free. He also mentions a book by C.S. Lewis called "Out of the Silent Planet," which explores the idea of a redeemed human being taken to other planets unaffected by the fall. The sermon then transitions to discussing the importance of moving from living in the wilderness to living in the canyon, referencing the Apostle Paul's words in Hebrews chapter 3. The preacher encourages the audience to hold fast to their faith and not harden their hearts, drawing from Psalm 95. Finally, he highlights the need to continually seek and rely on Jesus as our heavenly high priest and to enter into the fullness of his life.

In this sermon, Elder Brooks shares a personal testimony of how God commanded him to get rid of his "dump" and spend 15 minutes a day praising the Lord. Despite being a reputed minister, he obediently followed this command and experienced a transformation in his life. The sermon emphasizes the importance of obeying God's commands and rejoicing in the Lord. It also highlights the biblical teachings on serving God through rejoicing, praying without ceasing, and giving thanks in everything. The sermon encourages believers to seek God's will and experience the preservation of their spirit, soul, and body through peace, joy, and righteousness in the Holy Ghost.

This sermon emphasizes the devil's primary lie that there are many ways to God, leading unbelievers away from the cross. As believers, we become targets for spiritual attacks, with Satan aiming to reduce us to a level of spiritual mediocrity and prevent us from living in the fullness of God's promises. The goal is to keep us from experiencing real freedom and victory in Christ, maintaining a state of wilderness Christianity instead of promised land Christianity.

In this sermon, the speaker expresses their joy and gratitude for the goodness of God and His promises. They highlight the promise of freedom in John 8:36, emphasizing that Jesus can truly set us free from sin and guilt. The speaker also discusses the concept of abiding in Christ as the vine and bearing godly fruit. They use the analogy of a grape vine to illustrate how our life and fruitfulness come from being connected to Jesus. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the importance of believing in and relying on the promises of God, as unbelief can hinder us from experiencing the rest and provision He has for us.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as a speaking God and understanding the significance of His silence. It delves into the concept of living in God's love and responding to His words, drawing parallels from Genesis chapter one where God's spoken word brought creation into existence. The message highlights the need to obey God's spoken word, remove pride, and embrace a life of humility and faith, ultimately leading to a deep rest in God's silent love.

David Wilkerson emphasizes the significance of Jabbok, the place where Jacob wrestled with God, as a metaphor for the personal struggles Christians face in surrendering their final idols. At Jabbok, Jacob experienced a life-changing encounter that led to his new identity as Israel, symbolizing the victory that comes from absolute surrender to God. This place represents a critical moment of struggle and the necessity of emptying oneself to gain power over sin. Wilkerson highlights that many believers miss the true rest of God due to secret sins and unbelief, and that true transformation requires a personal encounter at their own Jabbok. Ultimately, surrendering to God may leave one humbled but leads to glorious victory and dependence on the Lord.

David Wilkerson's sermon 'A Spirit of Slumber!' warns of the spiritual blindness affecting both Jews and Christians, emphasizing that many are trapped in a deep sleep, unable to perceive the truth of the Gospel. He highlights the tragedy of those who, despite their search for fulfillment, remain unawakened to the grace of Jesus Christ, and he urges believers to recognize their own potential for spiritual slumber. Wilkerson calls for a revival, reminding the faithful that God can breathe new life into the spiritually dead, awakening them from their slumber. He stresses the importance of vigilance and faithfulness, warning that complacency can lead to being cut off from God's grace. Ultimately, he encourages a cry for the Holy Spirit to awaken the church and bring forth a great resurrection of faith.

David Wilkerson emphasizes that God has promised His people a profound rest that brings peace and security to the soul, a promise that was offered to the children of Israel but largely unfulfilled due to their unbelief. He highlights that while Christians may feel victorious in times of ease, they often struggle under adversity, losing their strength and peace. Wilkerson explains that true rest comes from understanding and embracing the doctrine of justification by faith, which assures believers of their acceptance and righteousness in Christ. He encourages believers to seek a deep, personal realization of this truth to withstand the trials they face. Ultimately, he calls on Christians to stand firm in their faith, finding rest in the sacrifice of Jesus.

Charles Finney addresses the critical issue of unbelief, defining it as the absence of faith and highlighting its various manifestations, such as worldly-mindedness, anxiety, and apathy towards the gospel. He emphasizes that unbelief is unreasonable and wicked, as it leads individuals to neglect the promises of God and to live as if His truths are not real. Finney illustrates the contrast between the faith of Abraham and the paralyzing effects of unbelief, urging believers to trust in God's character and promises. He calls for a deep, personal appropriation of faith, warning against the dangers of false hope and the refusal to enter into the rest of faith that God offers.

Charles Finney addresses the unreasonableness of unbelief, emphasizing that it contradicts the natural human inclination to trust testimony and the overwhelming evidence of God's character and promises. He argues that unbelief is not only irrational but also injurious, as it denies God's integrity and undermines the foundation of faith and obedience. Finney highlights the Atonement as the ultimate demonstration of God's love, which should inspire unwavering confidence in His promises. He identifies various causes of unbelief, including selfishness, pride, and a lack of understanding of faith, ultimately calling it the most grievous sin against God. The sermon serves as a powerful reminder of the necessity of faith in experiencing the fullness of God's grace and promises.

Chuck Smith explores the theme of 'Limiting God' in his sermon based on Psalms 78:41, emphasizing how sin, unbelief, and cowardice can restrict God's power and presence in our lives. He illustrates how sin can mar our vessels, referencing figures like Samson and Saul, and highlights the consequences of rebellion and forgetting God's works. Smith also discusses the danger of unbelief, pointing out how the Israelites questioned God's ability despite witnessing His miracles, and how this skepticism can hinder ministry effectiveness. Lastly, he addresses the impact of cowardice in facing challenges, urging believers to trust in God's unexhausting resources.

Chuck Smith emphasizes the call from God to move on from spiritual stagnation, highlighting the Israelites' forty years of wandering as a metaphor for the monotony and lack of progress in our own lives. He points out that the wilderness experience can stem from a lack of full surrender to Christ, where believers struggle with carnal Christianity and fail to trust in God's promises. Smith encourages listeners to recognize when they have circled their own mountains long enough and to embrace the new life that Christ offers, urging them to let go of past failures and claim God's promises for victory.

Andrew Murray emphasizes the importance of faith in leaving the wilderness of unbelief and entering into a life of victory and communion with God. He points out that Israel's struggles stemmed from their lack of belief in God's promises, leading to disobedience and sin. Murray challenges believers to fully surrender their will to God, trust in His ability to transform their lives, and embrace a life filled with the Holy Spirit. He encourages the congregation to believe in the possibility of living in constant fellowship with God, just as Peter did after his transformation. Ultimately, Murray calls for a commitment to live a life of integrity and dependence on God's power to overcome sin.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significant spiritual journey from Horeb to Kadesh-barnea, illustrating how the eleven-day journey turned into forty years due to the 'distance of difference' between God and His people. He explains that this distance is not merely geographical but reflects the profound gap between the spirituality of Christ and the fleshly nature of humanity. The sermon highlights the necessity of dying to self and the importance of understanding that true Christianity requires a transformation of the mind and spirit, rather than just a transfer of our natural abilities to serve God. Sparks urges believers to recognize that spiritual progress is contingent upon yielding to God's work in our lives, ultimately leading to a deeper relationship with Christ. He concludes by calling for a heart that is open to the Spirit's transformative work, bridging the gap between ourselves and Christ.

Charles Finney addresses the critical issue of unbelief, emphasizing that it is not merely a lack of faith but a deliberate rejection of God's truth and promises. He outlines the nature of unbelief, its manifestations, and the severe consequences it brings, including the inability to experience salvation and sanctification. Finney illustrates that unbelief is a sin that leads to guilt and dishonors God, as it denies the evidence of His love and faithfulness. He urges believers to recognize the importance of fully committing to their faith and trusting in God's promises for their lives. Ultimately, Finney calls for a rejection of unbelief in favor of a confident expectation of God's fulfillment of His promises.

Catherine Booth preaches about the hindrances that prevent many from experiencing the full blessing of God's power and presence, emphasizing the need for complete self-abandonment and trust in Divine strength. She highlights the importance of identifying and removing hidden obstacles or sins that hold individuals back from fully surrendering to God. Catherine explains that true surrender involves caring only to please God and obey His will, leading to the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the experience of God's glory. She challenges listeners to let go of worldly concerns, seek God's kingdom above all else, and trust Him to provide and care for their needs.

T. Austin-Sparks preaches about the greatness and glory of the Lord Jesus Christ as represented in the ark of the covenant, emphasizing the journey from the wilderness to the land as a symbol of warfare in the Christian life. He highlights the significance of the ark moving into the Jordan River, representing Jesus entering death at its fullest, dealing with sin and death in its entirety. The sermon delves into the backward work of the Cross, the role of the priests in dealing with sin, and the contrast between human weakness and God's power manifested through Jesus, who becomes our strength in the midst of adversity.

Thomas Reade preaches about the sin of unbelief, emphasizing that true faith is lively, operative, and fruitful, working by love, purifying the heart, and overcoming the world. He contrasts this with the world's faith, which leads to hypocrisy, worldly ambitions, and a lack of genuine respect for God. Reade warns that unbelief can lead to eternal damnation, urging believers to be vigilant against this subtle evil that can hinder their spiritual growth and relationship with God.

Chip Brogden preaches about the challenging and narrow path to entering the Kingdom of God, emphasizing the need for true salvation beyond easy-believism. He highlights the importance of being born again, doing the Father's will, humbling oneself like a child, surpassing the righteousness of the Pharisees, enduring tribulation, avoiding unbelief and disobedience, and letting go of self, especially for the wealthy. Brogden stresses that entering the Kingdom is impossible with man, but possible with God through Jesus Christ as the Narrow Gate and the Narrow Path.

Bob Hoekstra preaches about the certainty and fulfillment of all the promises of God through Jesus Christ. The promises of God can be both encouraging and challenging, but they are all guaranteed realities. Jesus Christ is the faithful and sure foundation of these promises, ensuring that every word spoken by God will come to pass. The key difference between those who experience the blessings of God's promises and those who do not is faith versus unbelief.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of entering into the rest of faith, as highlighted in Hebrews 4:9, which remains available to the people of God. He reflects on the Israelites' failure to enter the Promised Land due to unbelief, contrasting this with Caleb's unwavering faith and desire for the challenging mountain, symbolizing the courage that comes from trusting God. Sparks encourages believers to embrace the rest of faith in their daily lives, asserting that true Christianity begins with this rest, which is not merely passive but an active trust in God's promises. He challenges the congregation to face difficulties with faith, viewing them as opportunities for God's glory rather than obstacles. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a resolute faith that leads to spiritual rest and courage in the face of life's challenges.