In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of surrendering our minds, hearts, and wills to the Lord in order to experience a quick and wonderful transformation by the Holy Spirit. The sermon begins by highlighting the power of God to bring about change and transformation in our lives. The speaker then focuses on the phrase "In the beginning, God" as the introduction to the entire Bible, emphasizing that when God is given His rightful place, there is always a new beginning and a new prospect. The sermon concludes by highlighting God's desire for light and His willingness to bring judgment and destruction upon anything that has lost its purpose.

Horatius Bonar preaches on Revelation 20:11-15, depicting the Great White Throne as a scene of ultimate judgment where all humanity, both great and small, will stand before God. He emphasizes the grandeur and purity of the throne, the certainty of judgment based on one's deeds recorded in the books, and the terrifying reality of the second death for those not found in the Book of Life. Bonar warns of the impartiality of God's judgment, where every action and thought will be accounted for, leading to eternal consequences. He challenges the congregation to reflect on the truth of this judgment and its implications for their lives, urging them to consider their standing before God.

James Bourne addresses the struggles of young P. who has fallen among thieves, losing his simplicity and hope, emphasizing the importance of discerning between the dead professing church and the true church of God. Bourne warns against having a form of godliness without power, urging to turn away from such deceptions. He encourages spiritual simplicity in writing about one's experiences, highlighting the need for honesty and confession in times of darkness and difficulty. Bourne shares his personal journey of losing and regaining hope, emphasizing the Lord's faithfulness in restoring His beloved ones despite their failings.