In this sermon, Dr. McCabe talks about the importance of awakening and rising up in the Lord. He refers to three calls to awake: one to the arm of the Lord, one to Jerusalem in its suffering, and one to Zion in its future blessing. Dr. McCabe emphasizes the need to put on strength and rely on the Lord's power. He also mentions passages from the Bible, including Isaiah 52, where the prophet calls for awakening and redemption.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being called by God to be a leader or elder in the church. He shares a story about Moses, who was chosen by God to shepherd the people of Israel because of his compassion for a thirsty lamb. The speaker highlights that God is the only one we have to answer to and that His calling must be on us at all times. He also emphasizes the need for leaders to learn from Jesus how to be gentle and humble, especially when dealing with ignorant and misguided people. The sermon references Hebrews 5:1-6 to support the idea that leaders must have the qualification of dealing gently with others.

This sermon delves into the teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount from Matthew chapters 5 to 7, emphasizing the importance of following these instructions seriously as disciples. It highlights the significance of being poor in spirit, mourning for sin, and embracing meekness as key attitudes for believers. The sermon encourages a daily awareness of spiritual need, repentance, and humility, mirroring Jesus' example of living out these teachings in his own life.