In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of faith in salvation. He references John 3:16, which states that whoever believes in Jesus will have everlasting life. He also mentions Romans 10:9, which emphasizes the confession of faith in Jesus and the belief in His resurrection. The preacher shares a personal story of initially struggling with the concept of salvation through faith alone, but eventually coming to understand the balance between faith and good works. He concludes by highlighting the importance of having a balanced faith that is accompanied by good works, as stated in James 2:14-26.

This sermon reflects on the impossibility of atheism in light of the faith of great men like Sir Isaac Newton and other scientists who followed the Lord Jesus. It emphasizes the need to grow in faith and not rely on superstitious devotion to earthly leaders, contrasting it with the deep devotion of Elisha to Elijah. The speaker acknowledges his own shortcomings in faith and the importance of supplying faith to those around us.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of true repentance and living a life that reflects genuine faith in Christ. It warns against self-deception and highlights the need for a transformed life that aligns with God's holiness and grace. The speaker challenges the audience to examine their hearts and actions, stressing that true conversion involves crucifying the flesh and its sinful desires.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and living a life of holiness, contrasting the significance of genuine repentance and faith over mere works or gifts. It warns against false prophets who may focus on outward displays of miracles and gifts but lack true transformation and obedience to God's will. The message stresses the need for believers to bear good fruit, reflecting a heart that is aligned with God's will and free from sin, as the ultimate criterion for entering God's kingdom.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the necessity of moving beyond mere belief in God's omnipotence to actively participating in faith through obedience and action. He illustrates this with examples from the lives of Abraham and Peter, highlighting that true faith requires stepping out and trusting God, especially in challenging circumstances. The sermon warns against the complacency of the church, which acknowledges God's power but fails to act on it, and calls for a deeper intimacy with God to empower believers to perform His works. Beach stresses that the authority given to the church is meant to be exercised through faith, prayer, and a commitment to God's will, urging believers to confront their unbelief and embrace their role in God's plan.

Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the distinction between fruit bearing and fruit producing in the Christian life. He explains that fruit bearing is the natural overflow of Christ's life within us, resulting from faith and leading to eternal good works, while fruit producing is a struggle to live by our own efforts, often leading to short-lived results. Thomas highlights that true fruitfulness comes from abiding in Christ, which brings peace and rest, contrasting it with the anxiety of self-effort. He reminds us that our identity in Christ shapes our character and actions, and that genuine faith is evidenced by divine activity flowing through us. Ultimately, he calls believers to embrace their identity as fruit-bearers, relying on God's grace rather than their own strength.

Robert Haldane preaches on the importance of humility and self-awareness, as outlined in Romans 12:3, emphasizing the need for believers to accurately assess themselves based on the measure of faith given to them by God. He explains that faith is the key to our relationship with Christ and the reception of God's blessings, highlighting that the level of faith each believer possesses reflects their standing before God and among fellow believers. Haldane stresses that faith, in all its degrees, is a gift from God, and believers should not boast in themselves but recognize that their faith is a divine endowment.

Thomas Reade preaches on the believer's review of their Christian state, emphasizing the importance of reflecting on one's faith journey, acknowledging both blessings and trials as opportunities for growth and dependence on God. The sermon delves into the experiences of true believers who long for holiness, struggle with indwelling sin, and find solace in Christ's grace and power. It highlights the need for self-examination, genuine faith, and love for Christ as the foundation of Christian actions and conversations, urging believers to seek continual growth in faith, love, and obedience.

David Servant preaches about the incredible faith of the four men who brought their paralyzed friend to Jesus, going to great lengths to lower him through a roof to be healed. Jesus first forgives the paralyzed man's sins, causing controversy among religious leaders, but then proves His authority by instantly healing the man. This miracle demonstrates Jesus' deity and the importance of faith being visible through actions. Believing in Jesus' forgiveness should lead to a life of gratitude and obedience.

Dick Brogden emphasizes the importance of complete trust and obedience in God, highlighting that disobedience is linked to disbelief, and when we stop believing, we stop obeying. He warns against rejecting God's counsel, as it leads to self-destruction and a descent into evil acts. Brogden stresses that trust in Jesus is essential in defeating the schemes of the devil, who seeks to undermine our faith. He encourages believers to give all their trust, obedience, strength, and thoughts to Jesus, as true happiness in Jesus comes from trusting and obeying Him alone.

John Kennedy of Dingwall, a champion of the Reformed faith in Scotland, warned against the dangers of a superficial presentation of the gospel and the lack of saving faith even under orthodox ministries. He emphasized the importance of a full proclamation of the biblical gospel, resisting the drift from the Westminster Confession and advocating for the true cooperation of church and state. Kennedy's words of caution remain relevant today, as he critiqued the hyper-evangelism movement that focused on excessive emotionalism and neglected essential aspects of biblical and Reformed doctrine, leading to a potential rise of antinomianism. His insights serve as a reminder to prioritize the glory of God, the sovereignty of God in salvation, the necessity of repentance, and the true understanding of faith in Christ.

J.G. Bellet emphasizes that in the 'life of faith,' it is not just about depending on God or having confidence in Him; it involves a dynamic and energetic existence. True faith, as described in Scripture, goes beyond mere belief and trust in God. It encompasses understanding His ways, aligning with His principles, claiming His promises, experiencing His favor, obeying His commands, seeking His kingdom, achieving victories through His strength, and walking in His light. This kind of faith results in a life that reflects communion with God.

David Servant preaches about Jesus' righteous anger in the Temple, emphasizing the importance of honoring God and worshiping Him sincerely. Jesus' actions in the Temple reveal His divinity as the Messiah, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies and demonstrating His authority over all things as God in human form. Jesus' resurrection after three days further confirms His deity and power. His body, as a temple of God, surpasses the physical Temple in Jerusalem, highlighting the spiritual significance of our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit.

Harry Ironside emphasizes the critical nature of repentance in the Christian faith, arguing that true repentance is a divine work that leads to a genuine acknowledgment of one's sinful state and the need for God's grace. He warns against the superficiality of modern preaching that neglects the importance of repentance, which is essential for salvation and cannot be separated from faith. Ironside clarifies that repentance is not merely feeling sorrow for sin or attempting to atone for wrongs, but a complete change of mind and attitude towards sin, self, and God. He asserts that without repentance, one cannot truly believe in Christ, and that the deeper the understanding of God's grace, the more profound the repentance becomes. Ultimately, he calls for a return to the biblical understanding of repentance as a necessary step towards salvation.

David Servant preaches on the vital importance of repentance in the gospel message, emphasizing that repentance is the starting point of our relationship with God and the only way to be saved. He highlights how repentance involves turning away from sin and turning to obedience, and how a gospel without repentance is not truly biblical. David stresses the need for people to recognize their sinfulness and God's wrath against sin in order to truly repent and turn to God, just as John the Baptist did in his ministry.

Richard E. Bieber preaches on the transformative power of faith in Jesus, emphasizing how ordinary, down-to-earth people were chosen by Jesus to become radically committed men and women of God through faith. Jesus repeatedly taught His disciples to believe in Him, not just in religious ideas, but in His very person. Despite initial doubts, the disciples eventually learned to walk by faith after Jesus' ascension, witnessing the fulfillment of His promises and the evidence of His presence in their lives daily. Bieber highlights the importance of faith in pleasing God, loving others, praying, forgiving, giving, and confessing Jesus to the world.

Glenn Meldrum addresses the crisis in the evangelical church in the west, emphasizing the need to return to the true faith defined in Scriptures. He highlights the dangerous trend of redefining Christianity to fit a pop cultural, politically correct version that promotes deceptive tolerance and inclusiveness, leading to a distorted gospel. Meldrum urges for a spiritual revolution akin to the Great Reformation to restore the church to its Biblical roots, emphasizing the importance of being 'born again' as a radical and transformative experience that leads to verifiable evidence of a changed life.

John Gill expounds on the life of God, emphasizing that God's essence is life itself, distinct from all created beings. He explains that while creatures exhibit various forms of life, God's life is self-sustaining, eternal, and independent, making Him the ultimate source of life for all creation. Gill highlights that God's life is not only essential but also efficient, as He grants life to all beings, from plants to humans, and especially imparts spiritual life to the regenerated. He contrasts the living God with lifeless idols, affirming that true life is found only in God, who is eternal and immutable. Ultimately, Gill encourages believers to recognize their spiritual life as a reflection of God's divine nature, which is perfect and everlasting.

Charles Finney addresses the dangers of relying on false assurances in faith, as illustrated in Isaiah 28:17, where God warns that judgment will expose the 'refuge of lies' that people create to evade accountability. He identifies various delusions, such as selfish religion, emotional impulse, mere orthodoxy, and universalism, which people use to avoid the true demands of God. Finney emphasizes that these false refuges ultimately lead to spiritual ruin, as they do not provide genuine peace or salvation. He calls for a return to true faith that is rooted in love for God and obedience to His commands, rather than self-serving beliefs. The sermon serves as a stark reminder that only through genuine faith in God can one find true refuge.

Edward Payson preaches about the need for someone to undertake for us in various aspects of life, including supporting and comforting us through trials, guiding us, assisting in overcoming spiritual enemies, and pleading our cause in heaven. He emphasizes that the only one able and willing to undertake for us is the Lord Jesus Christ, who promises to help all who come to Him in faith. Payson urges the congregation to apply to Christ for help, emphasizing the importance of a living faith that manifests in obedience and active service to God.

Dougan Clark preaches about the inner life of holiness, emphasizing the importance of faith and love in the sanctified man's journey. Perfect love involves perfect faith, with both being opposed to sin and leading to a desire to please God. The focus is on faith and love rather than seeking special signs or extraordinary manifestations. The sermon highlights that love in holiness is self-reactive and self-expanding, desiring to love more and increase its capacity, ultimately finding its infinite object in God.

Alan Martin preaches about the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit and walking in righteousness. He emphasizes the need to believe in Jesus and allow the Spirit to purify and transform individuals, producing the righteousness of God in their lives. Martin challenges the congregation to choose between serving sin or serving Jesus wholeheartedly, urging them to be honest about the fruit in their lives and to seek victory through faith. He calls for repentance from unbelief and a deep desire to be filled with the Holy Spirit to manifest the power and wisdom of Christ in their daily lives.

David Servant preaches on the importance of remaining connected to Jesus, the true vine, in order to produce fruit that reflects our faith. He emphasizes that our actions, attitudes, words, and prayers are all part of the fruit we bear as Christians, and that our fruitfulness determines our eternal destiny. God prunes those who bear fruit to help them grow even more. Jesus instructs His followers to remain in Him and in His love, showing love to one another as He loves us, which includes sacrificial giving and actions.

Thomas Reade preaches about the distinction between mere intellectual light and the divine illumination of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that spiritual light renews and purifies the heart, while intellectual light is confined to the head. He highlights the importance of being called by sovereign grace into a marvelous light that reveals the hidden evils of the heart and fills one with shame and self-abhorrence. Reade urges believers to examine their real state before God, emphasizing the need for heart religion over mere head knowledge, as true humility and genuine love for the Savior are essential for spiritual enlightenment.

John Gill emphasizes the significance of faith in God and His Word for the establishment and prosperity of His people, drawing parallels between the challenges faced by Jehoshaphat and the modern church. He illustrates how prayer and reliance on God's promises can lead to spiritual strength and victory over adversities. Gill explains that true faith is not merely intellectual assent but involves a deep trust in God and His prophets, which results in both stability and spiritual prosperity. He encourages believers to seek a deeper faith that is rooted in the grace of God, leading to a fruitful and victorious Christian life. Ultimately, Gill warns against the dangers of unbelief and the importance of nurturing one's faith.