In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the 40 days that Jesus spent on earth after His resurrection. He explains that during this time, Jesus trained His disciples to shift their focus from external things to internal revelation, from the flesh to the Holy Spirit, and from the law to life. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about a turbulent airplane ride to illustrate the need for Christians to rise above fear and rely on the Holy Spirit. He concludes by urging the audience to prioritize their personal encounter with the Lord and the experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit.

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the disciples' continual misunderstanding of Jesus' words, highlighting how Jesus used figurative language to teach them sacred truths and strengthen their faith. Jesus, as the light, walked safely in the day and knew when it was time to work miracles, even if it meant falling into the hands of his enemies. He prepared his disciples for the great trial of seeing Him in the tomb by strengthening their faith through various methods, foreseeing their future trials and inflicting strokes to prepare them.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the glory of God revealed through the resurrection of Lazarus, illustrating that Lazarus's death was part of God's divine plan to demonstrate His power over death and to establish a new Israel. The sermon highlights that Jesus allowed Lazarus to die to show that death is not the final word, and that true life comes from resurrection, not healing of the old nature. Sparks connects this to the broader narrative of Israel's rejection and the emergence of a new creation in Christ, where believers, regardless of their past, are united in His resurrection life. He encourages believers to live by the power of resurrection life, even amidst physical and spiritual weaknesses, as this is where God's glory is most evident.