J.C. Philpot preaches about the contrast between the apostle Paul's experience and language, standing in weakness, fear, and trembling, and the common ministers of the gospel who rely on enticing words of man's wisdom. He challenges the prevalent reliance on human wisdom in preaching and the need for a demonstration of the Spirit and power in faith. Philpot emphasizes the importance of a faith that stands in the power of God, not in the wisdom of men, to ensure true conviction, endurance, and fruitfulness in the Christian walk.

J.C. Philpot preaches on the apparent contradictions in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, highlighting the harmony found in the Spirit's light. He delves into the Apostle Paul's experience of having nothing in self but possessing all things in Christ, emphasizing the need for divine teaching to reveal our spiritual poverty and Christ's sufficiency. Philpot explains how the stripping process by God's Spirit leads to a deeper understanding of our weakness and Christ's strength, righteousness, wisdom, and sanctification. Through Paul's example of being buffeted by Satan's messenger, Philpot illustrates the paradoxical yet harmonious nature of having nothing in self and possessing all things in Christ.

John Newton delves into the mysterious world of dreams, highlighting how our minds continue to work even as our bodies rest, suggesting a deeper spiritual connection. He emphasizes the significance of dreams as potential messages from God, urging listeners to pay attention to the lessons and warnings they may contain. Newton reflects on the transient nature of life, likening it to a dream that will fade away when confronted by the reality of death, as described in Isaiah 29:8.