In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of spending time with the Lord Jesus Christ. He uses the example of Mary, who chose to sit at Jesus' feet and listen to his teachings, while her sister Martha was busy with household chores. The speaker highlights that Mary's decision to prioritize her spiritual growth and relationship with Jesus had a lasting impact on her life and those around her. He encourages the audience, especially students, to not be discouraged by the distractions of the world but to prioritize spending time with the Lord and studying His word.

In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a man named Casey who was distributing leaflets about the blood of Jesus. Casey encountered a drunk man and explained to him how the blood of Jesus can cleanse his heart. This encounter deeply impacted Casey, leading him to seek the Lord and eventually become a missionary. The speaker then shares another story about a man named Mike who fell ill while working on a water supply project. Despite initially ignoring the signs, Mike's wife prayed for help and miraculously, two doctors arrived at their door. The sermon emphasizes the power of the blood of Jesus and the importance of trusting in God's guidance.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of serving the Lord sacrificially and unselfishly. He highlights the need for believers to listen to God and do what He tells them to do, rather than just doing what they feel like doing. The speaker shares his personal experience of God constantly telling him to listen. He also discusses the significance of expressing gratitude to God through a life of service and sacrifice, rather than just seeking personal gain or comfort. The sermon references various biblical examples, including Mary's devotion to finding the body of Jesus and her willingness to serve Him.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for sinners to come to Christ for salvation. He highlights that sin is a serious matter and that preaching about forgiveness and love alone is not enough. The New Testament presents a somber note, addressing the need for guidance, the privilege of service, and the plight of the lost. The preacher also encourages believers to have a heavenly mindset and to have a personal relationship with Christ. The sermon contrasts the hope and expectation experienced by New Testament believers with the aimlessness and lack of purpose seen in contemporary society.

This sermon focuses on the act of worship displayed by Mary in John 12, where she poured out a pound of costly perfume on Jesus' feet as an expression of gratitude. It contrasts true worship, which is sacrificial and costly, with self-centered worship that seeks personal satisfaction. The message emphasizes the importance of becoming true worshippers who offer their lives, time, and resources to God without seeking personal gain, echoing Mary's sacrificial act of worship.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the motivational gift of giving, as mentioned in Romans 12:8. He shares a personal experience of encountering a church member with the gift of giving, who was wealthy and successful in his business. The preacher emphasizes the importance of giving with generosity, as instructed by God. He also references a parable told by Jesus about a man with the gift of giving, who showed compassion and took care of a wounded man. The sermon highlights the significance of recognizing and utilizing the gift of giving in serving others.

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.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the immense love of God and how it is His intention to lead each person to experience this love. He highlights that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, and that knowing Him is essential to knowing the Father. The preacher mentions the disappointment Jesus expressed when His disciples asked Him to show them the Father, despite being with Him for three and a half years. The sermon concludes by referencing the resurrection of Jesus and how Mary Magdalene discovered the empty tomb, leading to the disciples realizing that the Lord had been taken away.

In this sermon, David Ravenhill discusses the story of a woman who ministered to Jesus in a profound way. He highlights that there are three separate occasions in the gospels where a similar event is recorded. The woman's actions demonstrate humility, as she quietly approaches Jesus and humbly positions herself behind him. Ravenhill emphasizes that the woman's recognition of her sinfulness and her willingness to come to Jesus just as she is exemplify the essence of the gospel.

In this sermon, the speaker begins by acknowledging that the meeting may be shorter than usual due to a long list of notices to be given. The focus of the sermon is on the importance of knowing and worshiping God. The speaker emphasizes that when God speaks to us, it is with creative power and that the spoken word is the greatest thing in a church. The sermon references the Gospel of John, specifically chapter 12, where the Greeks express their desire to see Jesus. The speaker encourages the audience to seek and see Jesus in the midst of the churches, as true worship can only happen when we truly see Him.

G.W. North emphasizes the necessity of recognizing Christ as the Head of the body, urging believers to abandon themselves to the Holy Spirit for true worship. He contrasts past idolatrous practices with the spiritual worship that requires complete surrender to a higher power, leading to a profound experience of God's glory. North illustrates that genuine worship is not merely emotional but a deep, spiritual engagement that results in self-forgetfulness and ecstatic adoration of Christ. He highlights the importance of the Holy Spirit in guiding worshippers to express their hearts in powerful declarations of faith, as seen in the early Church. Ultimately, true worship reveals the wonderful works of God and transforms the worshipper's life.

A.W. Tozer emphasizes the transformative power of experiencing the presence of Christ, likening it to the exquisite fragrance of myrrh and aloes. He reflects on how the scent of Christ's garments can spoil us for anything less, urging believers to seek this divine fragrance in their lives. Tozer recalls his early church experiences, where the presence of God was palpable among the congregation, particularly through the older saints whose lives radiated Christ's essence. He encourages the faithful to cultivate a longing for this spiritual aroma, which enriches their relationship with God and one another.

Oswald Chambers preaches on the concept of sacrificial giving, emphasizing the importance of self-expenditure and pouring out what God has given us to others. He challenges the common interpretation of 'Give to him who asks you' as solely related to money, highlighting the deeper meaning of selfless giving and obedience to Jesus' commands. Chambers uses the example of Mary of Bethany's extravagant act of devotion to illustrate the joy it brings to God when we abandon ourselves completely to Him, without concern for worldly economy or logic.

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the emptiness of good works done with wrong motives, using the Pharisees as an example who sought praise from men rather than God. The sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God's favor over human admiration, highlighting the need for genuine faith to value God's approval above all else. It challenges listeners to examine their hearts and determine whether they are more concerned with receiving the praise of men or the favor of God in their charitable deeds.

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the offense caused by Jesus' doctrine that no one can come to Him unless it is granted by the Father, highlighting the pride and dependency of man on God's mercy for eternal life. Despite the disciples' folly in forsaking Jesus, Peter's genuine declaration of faith and loyalty stood out, even though he would later deny his Master. Mortimer emphasizes the trials and temptations believers face, warning against the schemes of Satan and the need to remain vigilant and faithful to Christ, who is the only way to life and comfort in times of trouble.

C.H. Mackintosh emphasizes the importance of connecting all our works and service with Christ, as God values things based on their connection with the Son of His love. He contrasts the value of works done for human praise versus those done for the glory of Jesus, highlighting that only the latter will stand approved and rewarded by God. Mackintosh urges believers to focus on serving Christ alone, seeking His approval above all else, just like the woman who poured precious ointment on Jesus, solely motivated by her love for Him.