This sermon emphasizes the importance of ministering to the poor, highlighting how God chooses the weak and needy to shame the strong, and how reaching out to the poor can lead to the transformation of lives and the spread of the gospel. It discusses the unfairness in the world, the need for humility, and the power of God's love to touch and change lives, especially those who are marginalized and forgotten. The sermon encourages a focus on serving the poor and allowing the Holy Spirit to work through individuals to bring about transformation and salvation.

This sermon addresses the dangers and misconceptions of the prosperity gospel, highlighting how it can lead to materialism, misinterpretation of Scripture, and a focus on personal gain rather than true worship and service. It emphasizes the need to discern false teachings, prioritize the needs of the poor, and return to the simplicity and compassion of Christ in our lives.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of salvation and its connection to faith. He emphasizes that salvation in the New Testament is not just about being saved from hell, but also about being saved from sin. The speaker encourages believers to testify and confess their faith, declaring that sin will not have dominion over them. He also highlights the need for the power of God to free believers from the strong pull of sinful desires, comparing it to the power of gravity. The sermon is based on Romans 1:16-17 and emphasizes the power of the gospel in bringing salvation to those who believe.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of ministering to the poor as a fundamental requirement for all Christians, highlighting God's heart for the marginalized and the need to reach out to them in various capacities. It challenges believers to consider their role in uplifting others and bringing about the Kingdom of God, stressing that ministry to the poor is not optional but a core aspect of following Jesus.

In this sermon, Bill McLeod shares a personal experience of a man named George Bell who was a successful witness and soul winner. Despite his initial envy towards George, God challenged Bill to examine his own heart and live out the biblical principle of esteeming others better than himself. This encounter led Bill to a profound spiritual transformation as he knelt at the altar and experienced the touch of Jesus, reducing him to absolute humility. The sermon also emphasizes the importance of approaching the Word of God with sincerity and a hunger for growth, while laying aside malice, guile, hypocrisy, envy, and evil speaking.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of recognizing and repenting for our sins. He references Romans 2:5, which asks if we despise the riches of God's goodness and forbearance, not realizing that it is His goodness that leads us to repentance. The preacher also speaks about the hardness of people's hearts and the consequences of treasuring up wrath against the day of judgment. He shares a personal story of a tragic accident involving a young man from his church, highlighting the need for prioritizing time with God. The sermon emphasizes the need to watch and pray always, in order to escape the trials and tribulations of life and stand before the Son of Man. The preacher also discusses God's anger towards the world for rejecting the gospel and the increase in diseases as a result of sin.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of building God's church, drawing parallels between Noah building the ark and believers building the church today. It encourages believers to be like Noah and his wife, wholeheartedly committed to serving God by actively participating in building the church and supporting fellow believers. The sermon highlights the need to honor all individuals, cooperate with Jesus in His work, and avoid destructive criticism within the church.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of not just admiring Jesus, but also following Him. It discusses the need for balance in our Christian life, transitioning from admiration and praise to actively walking in His footsteps. The sermon highlights the challenges of following Jesus, including persecution, standing against unrighteousness, and choosing the narrow path of the cross. It encourages believers to live a life of gratitude, service, and godliness, even if it leads to being unpopular or facing opposition.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the issue of making distinctions and judging others with evil motives. He emphasizes the sin of inconsistency and how it can bring Christians down. The preacher gives a powerful illustration of two men entering a church, one rich and well-dressed, and the other a poor vagrant. He highlights the hypocrisy of treating the rich well and the poor poorly. The sermon also mentions how the rich were mistreating the poor Christians, yet the Christians were still favoring the rich. The preacher concludes by emphasizing the importance of genuine faith, which includes a real concern for those in need.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing spiritual poverty, highlighting how material wealth and status do not equate to strong faith. It challenges individuals to evaluate their spiritual state and collective faith within families and communities, pointing out the need to prioritize spiritual growth over worldly possessions and achievements.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding God's ways and the need for believers to be humble and dependent on God. It highlights the significance of abiding in Christ, recognizing our helplessness without Him, and seeking to know God more deeply to fulfill His eternal plan for our lives.

Thomas Reade preaches about the unsatisfying nature of earthly things, emphasizing the emptiness and fleetingness of worldly pursuits, contrasting it with the benefit of sanctified affliction that leads to a harvest of right living. He highlights the importance of choosing to serve God over the world, as earthly greatness and pleasures ultimately leave a void that only God can fill, offering true happiness and satisfaction through Jesus Christ. Reade encourages believers to find rest and peace in Christ, who offers everlasting righteousness and grace, transforming hearts and bringing peace with God. He reminds listeners that afflictions, though challenging, are used by God to humble, purify, and strengthen faith, ultimately yielding the fruit of righteousness.

David Servant critiques a popular prosperity preacher's claim that Jesus was the greatest prosperity preacher, highlighting the difference between Jesus' selfless giving and the preacher's lavish lifestyle. The preacher's article twists Scripture to support his view on prosperity, ignoring Jesus' teachings on self-denial and caring for the poor. Servant emphasizes that biblical prosperity involves establishing God's covenant, giving to those in need, and following Jesus' example of generosity. He warns against false prophets who exploit others for personal gain and encourages discernment in supporting ministers who prioritize kingdom advancement over personal wealth.

C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that true faith often flourishes among the afflicted and poor, who learn to trust in the name of the Lord when worldly wealth fails them. He highlights that those who recognize their spiritual poverty and affliction are the ones who can truly rely on God's name, which serves as a source of strength and blessing in a corrupt world. Spurgeon challenges listeners to reflect on their own faith and trust in God, asking if they identify with the faithful remnant that God preserves. He reminds us that our purpose in this world is tied to our trust in Jesus, who reveals God's character and name. Ultimately, Spurgeon calls for a deeper commitment to fulfill the divine purpose in our lives through trust in the Lord.

John Chrysostom preaches about the calamity that has befallen the city due to the tumult over the overthrow of the Emperor Theodosius' statues, emphasizing the need for tears, lamentation, prayer, and unity in mourning. He addresses the dangers of pride, covetousness, and the unpredictability of wealth, urging the rich to be humble, generous, and not to trust in uncertain riches. Chrysostom highlights the value of poverty when embraced with spiritual wisdom, citing examples of how the poor can find pleasure, health, and security in simplicity, while the rich often struggle with insatiable desires, envy, and vulnerability to various evils. He encourages the congregation to focus on heavenly treasures, the fear of God, and acts of charity, reminding them that true wealth lies in virtue, humility, and trust in God's providence.

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about Jesus warning against the sin of covetousness, using the story of a rich man who focused on earthly possessions and neglected his soul. The rich man's folly in seeking happiness through material wealth is contrasted with the true source of fulfillment, which is communion with God. Mortimer emphasizes the importance of being rich towards God through faith in the Lord Jesus, highlighting that true riches come from a relationship with God that transcends worldly treasures and ensures eternal happiness.

George Fox emphasizes the importance of dwelling in the life and power of God, which serves as a firm foundation for believers. He encourages the faithful to recognize Christ as their salvation and wisdom, assuring them that they are preserved in sincerity and integrity through God's power. Fox highlights that true freedom is found in Christ, who has triumphed over darkness and offers life and immortality to His followers. He reassures believers of their identity as children of God and heirs to His everlasting kingdom, filled with joy and peace. Ultimately, he calls for a life of praise and glory to God, who is eternal.

Robert Murray M'Cheyne emphasizes the humbling yet comforting truth that it is God who chooses us, not the other way around. He explains that our natural inclination is to reject Christ due to our hardened hearts and blindness, but it is through God's grace that we are awakened to choose Him. M'Cheyne highlights that Christ's choice of us is rooted in His love and mercy, which existed before the foundation of the world, and that this divine selection is not based on our merit but solely on His will. He encourages believers to recognize their election as a call to holiness and fruitfulness in their lives, reminding them that true discipleship involves a response to God's choosing. Ultimately, M'Cheyne reassures that God's mercy is available to all, regardless of their past, and urges listeners to embrace this profound truth.

Mark D. Partin delivers a sermon at Indiana Avenue Baptist Church, emphasizing how the world may view the church as lowly and insignificant due to its size and location in a rural, poverty-stricken area. Despite these worldly perceptions, the church remains steadfast in its conservative theology, rooted in the Truth of God's Word, and dedicated to worship, community outreach, and missions. Pastor Partin shares the church's journey from a struggling congregation to a vibrant body of diverse believers, illustrating how God chooses the lowly and insignificant to do mighty works.

Rich, defined as having an abundance of valuable possessions, is a frequent topic addressed by the Lord Jesus in the New Testament. While it often refers to material wealth, it is also used figuratively in James to describe those who are rich in faith. God is described as rich in mercy, overflowing with love and compassion towards us, as seen in Ephesians 2:4.

David Servant emphasizes the importance of reading Bible verses within their context to avoid misrepresenting God's Word. Using the example of misinterpretations around Jesus' return, he highlights the significance of understanding the wider context of Scripture to grasp the true meaning of passages. Servant cautions against extracting verses to fit personal beliefs and urges listeners to consider the entirety of the Bible for a consistent understanding of God's message.

Edward Payson preaches about the incomprehensible ways and thoughts of God, emphasizing that His ways are far above human understanding due to His exalted position, infinite wisdom, knowledge, power, and perfect nature. Payson highlights various instances where God's ways differ from human expectations, such as in permitting evil, providing salvation through grace, and choosing unlikely instruments for His work. He urges believers to have faith and trust in God's wisdom and goodness, even when His ways seem mysterious or contrary to human reasoning, as it is essential for true happiness and peace.

George Fox emphasizes the necessity of remaining in the power of the Lord, as losing this power equates to losing the kingdom characterized by peace, righteousness, and joy. He encourages believers to maintain their connection to the grace of God, which is essential for salvation and comfort. Fox highlights that Christ is the foundation of their gatherings, who overcomes falsehood and brings forth the true gospel, empowering both men and women to fulfill their duties in faith. He reassures that through Christ, believers have dominion and stability, urging them to encourage one another in their spiritual journey.

Edward Payson preaches about the incomprehensible ways and thoughts of God, emphasizing that His ways are higher than ours as the heavens are above the earth. Payson delves into the reasons why God's thoughts and ways surpass ours, highlighting God's exalted position, nature, wisdom, knowledge, power, eternity, holiness, and benevolence. He explores various instances where God's ways differ from human expectations, such as in permitting evil, providing salvation through Christ, choosing instruments for spreading the Gospel, and dealing with His people's sanctification. Payson concludes by urging faith in God's wisdom and submission to His will, acknowledging that our understanding is limited compared to the infinite wisdom of God.

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, where the curtain is lifted to reveal the eternal world by Jesus, who sees all sinking into hell or soaring to heaven. The rich man's indifference to Lazarus's suffering leads to his torment in hell, while Lazarus finds comfort in the presence of God. The parable serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty in choosing His elect and the consequences of neglecting those in need. It highlights the importance of faith, humility, and compassion in this life to avoid eternal separation from God.