In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the parable of the sower from the eighth chapter of the gospel of Luke. He emphasizes the contrast between those who receive the word of God with joy but lack deep roots and fall away in times of temptation. The speaker then highlights the inadequacy of lip service to God when faced with crisis and the importance of true worship from the heart. He also shares a story about a young man who built a nightclub against his godly father's wishes, illustrating the consequences of misplaced worship. The sermon concludes with the reminder that God is the one who bears the burdens of our lives and offers us his everlasting arms of support.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Nebuchadnezzar and his prideful behavior. Nebuchadnezzar initially repents and walks humbly before God, but eventually falls back into pride and is warned by the watchers that he will be driven forth with a wild beast for seven seasons. The preacher also mentions how astrology was popular during that time and how Daniel interpreted Nebuchadnezzar's dream about a great image and a rock that destroys it. The sermon emphasizes the power and sovereignty of God, who declares the end from the beginning and warns against worshiping false gods.

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.

Harry Ironside emphasizes the profound assurance and peace that comes from understanding God's righteousness and the work of Christ on the cross. He explains that true assurance is not temporary but eternal, available to all who seek God sincerely, yet many remain unsettled due to a lack of understanding of salvation. Ironside illustrates this through the story of a dying lawyer who, despite his upright life, struggled with the reality of his sins until he grasped the righteousness of God. He highlights that through Christ's sacrifice, God can justly forgive sinners, offering them peace and assurance forever. Ultimately, Ironside calls believers to rest in the finished work of Christ, which secures their eternal assurance.