K.P. Yohannan addresses the decline of passion and vision in movements over time, illustrating how organizations can shift from being vibrant and radical to becoming rigid and bureaucratic. He reflects on the historical trajectory of movements like the YMCA and the Salvation Army, emphasizing the need for continual renewal and adaptation to avoid stagnation. Yohannan warns against the dangers of prioritizing structure over heart, and external rewards over genuine service, which can lead to a transactional mindset. He encourages a return to servanthood and faithfulness, highlighting that true value lies in a heart willing to serve rather than in titles or recognition. The sermon calls for introspection on how individuals and organizations can maintain their original zeal and purpose.

Peter Hammond preaches on the Book of Judges, highlighting the themes of the faithfulness of the Covenant-keeping God and the unfaithfulness of the Covenant-breaking people. The book showcases man's potential for greatness and capacity for catastrophe, contrasting conquest with defeat, faith with unbelief, and obedience with disobedience. Through the stories of various Judges like Deborah, Gideon, and Samson, we see God's grace, deliverance, and the consequences of sin, emphasizing the importance of obedience, faith, and repentance in the face of challenges and temptations.

Flavius Josephus recounts the period after the death of Joshua, where the Israelites faced challenges due to their disobedience and neglect of God's laws. The tribe of Benjamin faced near destruction due to a grave offense committed by some of its members, leading to a civil war among the Israelites. The Israelites, after suffering losses, repented and sought God's help. Othniel, a judge raised by God, delivered them from the oppression of the Assyrians, ruling over them for forty years.

Charles E. Cowman preaches about God's preparation of heroes like Othniel, emphasizing how God raises up deliverers in unexpected ways and moments, filling them with His Spirit for the tasks ahead. He encourages believers to allow the Holy Ghost to shape and refine them through life's trials, knowing that God has a specific place and purpose for each individual. Cowman highlights the importance of enduring tribulations to reach triumphs, as every person must pass through valleys before experiencing victories.

A.B. Simpson emphasizes that God is in the process of preparing His heroes for significant roles in His kingdom, much like Othniel in the Bible. He encourages believers to allow the Holy Spirit to shape them through life's disciplines, preparing them for their divine purpose. Simpson draws a parallel between the finishing touches on marble and God's preparation of individuals for their destined places in His plan. He assures that those who are prepared by the Holy Spirit will find their thrones ready in the coming reign with Christ. The sermon calls for trust in God's timing and preparation for future glory.