This sermon delves into the book of Revelation, emphasizing the vision of heaven shown to John and the purpose of understanding heavenly worship. It explores the concept of heaven and earth merging through worship, highlighting the thin line between the two realms and the transformative power of joining in heavenly worship. The sermon encourages believers to embrace the ache for heaven as a form of worship and to see themselves as part of the same reality as heaven, ultimately aiming for unity and oneness in worship.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the bondage that many Christians find themselves in today. He highlights the lack of understanding of God's law and how it operates in believers. The sermon also addresses the prevalence of mediators and spiritual leaders who are seen as more knowledgeable and trained, while laypeople are often marginalized. The speaker also criticizes the focus on earthly blessings and prosperity in Christianity, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of Christ and the unity of believers. Additionally, the sermon warns of the challenges and shaking that Christians will face in their faith, urging them to press on towards perfection and be prepared for the coming of Christ.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for humility before God and the importance of seeking more light from Him. He warns against the danger of becoming proud when we have some understanding of spiritual matters. The speaker uses the example of a blind man who initially saw people as trees, but with a second touch from the Lord, his vision was fully restored. The sermon also references Hebrews 8:5, which speaks of the representation and shadow of heavenly things, and Psalm 127, which highlights the importance of God's presence in our lives. Overall, the message encourages believers to continually seek God's guidance and to build their lives upon the foundation of Jesus Christ.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the pattern on which God builds the church. He explains that the New Testament provides a blueprint for the church, starting with the four Gospels which give a picture of Christ from different perspectives. The preacher emphasizes the importance of having a purpose and a pattern when building something significant. He also mentions that the church is both heavenly in nature and touches the earth, reaching out to all people. The sermon encourages believers to have fellowship with one another and to not consider anyone unclean, as Christ has received all who believe in him.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the purpose and pattern of building the church. He explains that just as a building has a purpose and follows a design, the church also has a definite purpose and pattern. The speaker highlights that the pattern for the church is found in Christ, as depicted in the four Gospels. He emphasizes that the church is not a creation of man or history, but rather a purposeful creation of the Lord Jesus Himself. The speaker also mentions the use of types and pictures in the Old Testament to teach and lead to the reality found in the New Testament.

This sermon emphasizes God's desire to have a dwelling place among His people, focusing on the tabernacle and temple as representations of Christ and the church. It highlights the importance of being a willing offering to God, participating in His work for Himself, and becoming living stones in His spiritual house.

In this sermon, the preacher shares a powerful testimony from Argentina to illustrate the importance of preaching the word of God. He tells the story of a brother who was preaching to a group of Indians when the Spirit of the Lord quickened Isaiah 53 to him. This became the key to his ministry, and he started preaching it every day, resulting in people getting healed and a revival breaking out. As a result, people from all over South America started coming to hear him preach. The preacher emphasizes the need to take orders from God and not rely on our own methods, as God is the one who brings blessings and revival.

In this sermon, the preacher highlights the greatness of God as presented in verses two and three of the first chapter. The preacher emphasizes the seven-fold personal glory of Jesus Christ, which includes Him being the Son, the heir, the Creator, the Redeemer, the sustainer, and the High Priest. The preacher also discusses how Jesus was sent into the world by God to die as a sacrifice for humanity's sins. The sermon concludes by contrasting the intermittent and fragmentary messages of the Old Testament prophets with the full glory of Jesus Christ in the New Testament.

David Wilkerson emphasizes the relevance of the Old Testament for modern believers, arguing that it provides essential context and understanding for the New Testament. He illustrates how the stories and events in the Old Testament serve as types and shadows of spiritual truths, such as Israel's journey symbolizing the Christian walk and the tabernacle representing heavenly realities. Wilkerson encourages believers to study these examples to avoid the pitfalls of unbelief and disobedience that Israel faced. He highlights specific stories, like the fall of Jericho and Jacob's wrestling with God, as practical lessons for overcoming spiritual challenges today. Ultimately, he calls for a diligent engagement with the Old Testament to enrich one's faith and understanding.

John Nelson Darby explores the significance of the tabernacle as a divine pattern reflecting heavenly realities, emphasizing that the tabernacle serves as a shadow of good things to come, revealing God's relationship with humanity through the law and priesthood. He highlights the contrast between the Old Testament system, where access to God was limited, and the New Testament revelation of boldness to enter the holiest through Christ's sacrifice. Darby underscores the importance of understanding the tabernacle's elements, such as the ark, altar, and priesthood, as they relate to God's holiness and man's need for redemption. He also discusses the implications of the rending of the veil, which signifies the opening of direct access to God for believers. Ultimately, he emphasizes the grace of God in allowing a relationship with Him despite human sinfulness.

F.B. Meyer emphasizes the dangers of conforming to worldly fashions, as exemplified by King Ahaz's decision to adopt the altar design from Damascus. He warns that while the world’s trends are fleeting, believers must seek their patterns from God rather than from secular influences. The sermon highlights the importance of cultivating a heavenly mindset and adhering to divine principles in worship and life. Meyer calls for the Church to resist the temptation to borrow methods from the world, urging a return to the original patterns established by God. Ultimately, the message is a call to prioritize spiritual authenticity over worldly imitation.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that the ultimate purpose of God's works and ways is His glory, which governs everything from creation to the establishment of the Church. He illustrates how God's glory is evident in the Old Testament through significant events and figures, such as Abraham and Moses, and culminates in the New Testament with the birth, resurrection, and exaltation of Jesus Christ. Sparks highlights that the Christian life begins, progresses, and culminates in glory, and that grace is the foundation of this glory. He encourages believers to recognize their vocation as vindicating the living presence of Christ in their lives, especially through suffering and grace. Ultimately, all things are for God's glory, and believers are called to acknowledge and proclaim this truth.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the Church as a significant battleground in history, highlighting the various perspectives on its nature and local expressions. He discusses the challenges faced by the Church, including the belief in its ruin and the need for a return to New Testament principles. Sparks argues that true local expressions of the Church are possible through a spiritual revelation of Christ, which is essential for understanding its true nature. He contrasts spirituality with mysticism, asserting that genuine spirituality arises from a new birth by the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper understanding of the Church as the embodiment of the mystery of Christ, which is revealed to believers through divine illumination.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the need to return to the foundational principles of Christianity, which have become obscured by human traditions and complexities over the centuries. He highlights that God's desire has always been to dwell among His people, first symbolized through the tabernacle and ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who is the true Tabernacle of God. Sparks stresses that the presence of God is what makes any place sacred, not the physical structures or gatherings of people. He calls for a revelation of Christ as the basis for all Christian life and service, asserting that true work for God must be inspired and anointed by the Holy Spirit. The sermon concludes with a reminder that only what is rooted in Christ will endure, as everything else will be tested and ultimately dissolved.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the critical role of God-given vision in the Church's history, asserting that its presence or absence can lead to either calamity or transformation. He explains that such vision is concrete, comprehensive, constantly enlarging, and always moves upward, guiding believers beyond the temporal towards the eternal. Sparks illustrates that God-given vision is foundational for training and prayer, urging the Church to remain open to God's unfolding purpose rather than clinging to past methods. He highlights biblical examples, such as Abraham and Ezekiel, to demonstrate how divine vision leads to spiritual growth and understanding. Ultimately, he calls for a renewed vision to prevent spiritual stagnation and to embrace God's greater plans.

Walter Beuttler preaches on the purpose and typology of the tabernacle, highlighting how God used offerings and rituals to mend the broken fellowship with sinful man. The tabernacle symbolizes Christ, the Church, and the believer, showcasing God's desire to meet, accept, forgive, reveal, dwell, speak, and receive from sinners. The construction, names, and position of the tabernacle emphasize divine design, material, and location, reflecting God's redemptive plan and the believer's pilgrimage and access to God's presence.

George Warnock delves into the significance of the heavenly pattern shown to Moses on the mount, emphasizing that the Levitical order was a shadow of heavenly things, not the perfect representation. He challenges the notion that Christ's sacrifice is insufficient by highlighting the full efficacy of the blood of Christ to take away all sin. Warnock explores the evolving patterns of God's temples and tabernacles, culminating in Christ as the ultimate manifestation of the heavenly Temple. He stresses the importance of God's new order and the greater glory He has in mind, urging believers to anticipate and align with God's unfolding plans.

David Wilkerson emphasizes the enduring relevance of the Old Testament, arguing that it provides essential context and understanding for the New Testament. He illustrates how the experiences of Israel serve as examples for Christians today, highlighting that their physical battles reflect our spiritual struggles. Wilkerson encourages believers to study the Old Testament to avoid the mistakes of Israel and to find illustrations of New Testament truths, such as overcoming spiritual obstacles. He asserts that the Old Testament is not obsolete but rather a vital resource for spiritual growth and understanding.

James Bourne shares a personal testimony of seeking God in times of distress, experiencing both His gracious presence and moments of fear, yet clinging closely to Him. He encourages his cousin to find comfort in the fact that Christ bore our reproach, learned obedience through suffering, and can empathize with our weaknesses and temptations. Bourne emphasizes the importance of prayer, obedience, and spiritual growth, drawing inspiration from Hebrews and the example of Christ's humility and endurance.

T. Austin-Sparks preaches about the transition from the old humanity to the new humanity in Christ, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive view of God's plan for humanity. He highlights the importance of recognizing the immense significance of Christ in God's universe and the necessity of a new captivation of Christ to experience true spiritual growth. The sermon delves into the concept of humanity as God's end, focusing on the transition from Adam to Christ, one nation to another, and one economy to another, as depicted in the Bible. T. Austin-Sparks urges listeners to embrace the full knowledge of Christ and allow Him to strip away earthly attachments to fill their lives with His presence.

Eli Brayley preaches on the profound truths found in Hebrews 12, urging believers to serve God with reverence and godly fear, emphasizing the seriousness of Scripture and the need to heed its warnings. The passage highlights the importance of pursuing peace and holiness, avoiding bitterness and sinful behaviors that defile us, drawing a parallel to Esau's regrettable choice. The sermon contrasts the fearful encounter of the Israelites at Mount Sinai with the glorious approach to Mount Zion through Jesus Christ, underscoring the unmatched significance of the new covenant in Christ's blood.

Eli Brayley passionately preaches about the urgent call in Romans 12:1 to present our bodies as living sacrifices to God, emphasizing the need for a complete surrender and transformation. He delves into the significance of the fire of the Holy Spirit, tracing its presence from the Old Testament to the New Testament, highlighting the lack of this fire in the Church today due to a failure to offer ourselves wholly to God. Brayley challenges believers to die to themselves, be consumed by the fire of God, and rise anew in Christ, filled with resurrection power and victory over sin.

F.B. Hole emphasizes the importance of upholding divine order in the Church, even when faced with low spiritual power and worldly influences. He warns against the temptation to view Scripture as optional and highlights that God's commandments are not subject to personal preferences. Drawing parallels to the meticulous instructions given for the tabernacle and temple, he underscores the need to follow God's divine order for His spiritual house in the New Testament without alteration.

John Follette emphasizes the significance of every detail in God's Word, highlighting how types, symbols, and pictures within the Bible carry deep spiritual meanings. He delves into the Tabernacle in the wilderness as a profound revelation of Christ and His redemptive work, serving as a visual representation of the gospel and the way believers can approach God. The first five books of the Bible are rich in types that portray Jesus as the Lamb, Altar, and Priest, showcasing different facets of His character and work. Jesus Himself used types in His teachings, and those who intimately know and love Him will discover the most profound truths within these symbolic representations.

Flavius Josephus describes the construction of the tabernacle and the garments of the priests, highlighting the intricate details and symbolic meanings behind each element. The tabernacle's design reflects the universe, with its divisions representing land, sea, and heaven. The priestly garments symbolize various aspects of creation, from the elements to the celestial bodies, showcasing a deep connection between the sacred and the natural world. Josephus emphasizes the meticulous craftsmanship and divine inspiration behind these sacred objects, challenging the unjust reproaches against the Jewish faith.