This sermon delves into the deep spiritual journey of surrendering all to God, even the best virtues and spirituality that we hold dear, in order to attain a union with God that transcends human understanding. It emphasizes the need for a total yielding to God, even beyond our comfort zones, to reach a level of compassion and identification with Israel and God's people that reflects God's own heart. The ultimate goal is to become a bride adorned for the bridegroom, reflecting the glory and nature of God, leading to the surrender and worship of all nations.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses a biblical story where the Israelites were trapped at the Red Sea with the enemy army behind them. He compares this situation to the challenges and struggles that people face today, emphasizing that the current circumstances are beyond human power. However, he assures the audience that God will come down and personally deliver them, bringing glory and salvation. The preacher encourages the congregation to trust in God's grace and invites them to worship and seek God's presence for a special touch in their lives.

In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a servant of the Lord who faced opposition from a high official because his family members had embraced a simple lifestyle. The official tried to intimidate the servant by sending a police officer to the church. However, the servant, who was in prayer, told the officer to wait as he was talking to God. The speaker then encourages the listeners to examine themselves in three areas: looking up to God, looking inward to judge themselves, and looking outward to serve others. He emphasizes the importance of keeping our focus on God and being prepared for Christ's return.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of obedience and faith in following God's plan. He shares a personal story of how he had to obey and take a leap of faith in order to fulfill God's calling. The speaker also emphasizes the discipline of delay and how God uses waiting periods to teach us patience. He then talks about the providence of testing and how God sometimes allows desolation before bringing forth blessings. The sermon concludes with the message that as disciples of Christ, we must be willing to go all the way and not quit, even when faced with disappointment and challenges.

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the training of Navy SEALs and the bond that is formed between partners through intense and life-threatening experiences. He draws a parallel between this bond and the relationship between believers and God. The speaker emphasizes that while life in this broken world is subject to suffering, there is hope in God's plan. He encourages listeners to understand and accept the reality of suffering, while also recognizing the counterbalance of God's love and redemption.