This sermon emphasizes the importance of shepherding God's people with a shepherd's heart, ensuring that none are lost but all are guided and kept in the full character and nature of God. It highlights the need for pastors to immerse believers in the relationship with God, keeping them from wandering and ensuring they are filled with joy. The message stresses the significance of guiding God's people to live in the world but not be of the world, being sanctified by the truth of God's Word.

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.

Tom Macartney preaches about the importance of hope in the Christian life, emphasizing that true hope is confidently waiting for something certain in the future. He highlights that hope is essential for survival and recovery from depression, pointing out that Jesus Christ is the only hope for humanity. Macartney discusses the challenges to hope, including the way of the cross that leads to glory, and the need for Christians to have complete assurance in God's control and eternal life through new birth. He concludes by encouraging believers to trust in the God of hope, who fills them with joy, peace, and overflowing hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.

C.I. Scofield preaches on the profound joy of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that His joy stemmed from bearing the sorrows of others and fulfilling the will of God, even amidst His own sorrows. Jesus' joy increased as He approached the cross, showcasing a triumphant joy that surpassed His sorrows. Believers are called to partake in the joy of the Lord by sharing in the burdens of others, rejoicing in the salvation of the lost, and looking forward to the eternal joys promised in heaven, understanding that true joy comes from selflessly following Christ's example of sacrificial love and obedience.

Theodore Epp emphasizes the transformative power of God's Word in the believer's life, highlighting that sanctification is achieved through the truth of Scripture, the blood of Christ, and the work of the Holy Spirit. He explains that just as Christ is not of the world, believers are also called to be set apart, and this process of sanctification is ongoing and requires a deep engagement with the Word of God. Epp warns that many Christians may not experience the full cleansing and purification due to a lack of commitment to studying Scripture, which is essential for spiritual growth and separation from sin.

Andrew Murray emphasizes that abiding fully in Christ leads to a life filled with exquisite joy, as believers partake in the joy of the Lord. He explains that true joy is a reflection of the believer's relationship with Christ, which transcends earthly trials and sorrows. Murray highlights that this joy is not only a personal experience but also a powerful testimony to others of God's love and blessings. He encourages believers to seek and claim this joy as part of their identity in Christ, reminding them that joy is a vital aspect of their spiritual life. Ultimately, he calls for a full surrender to Christ to experience the fullness of joy that He promises.

Mary Wilder Tileston emphasizes the importance of finding joy and happiness in trusting God and loving His name, as seen in Psalms 6:11 and John 17:13. She highlights the path to perfect happiness by living a life close to that of Jesus Christ, where following Him leads to true fulfillment and turning away from Him results in darkness. Tileston also encourages each soul to contribute to making the world a better place, finding purpose and meaning in being co-workers with Christ and bearing witness to the truth, as expressed by George Hodges and James Freeman Clarke.

Thomas Watson preaches about the Christian joy that comes from the Holy Spirit, which is a delightful passion arising from the feeling of God's love and favor, supporting the soul in troubles and guarding against future fears. He explains how this joy is wrought through the promises of God and the work of the Holy Spirit, and highlights five seasons when God usually gives divine joys to His people. Watson also contrasts worldly joys with spiritual joys, emphasizing that spiritual joys are inward, sweeter, purer, satisfying, stronger, unwearied, abiding, and self-existent, encouraging believers to seek after them through consistent spiritual living.

David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of serving the Lord with joy and gladness, lamenting the despair that has overtaken many believers. He highlights that true joy comes from understanding the significance of Christ's sacrifice on the cross, which brings freedom from fear and bondage. Wilkerson points out that many Christians lack knowledge of this truth, which hinders their ability to rejoice in God's forgiveness. He encourages believers to embrace the joy that God desires for them, as expressed in Scripture, and to recognize that they are called to live in liberty and abundance of joy. Ultimately, he reminds us that God yearns to be enjoyed by His people.

H.J. Vine preaches on the inestimable privilege of being in conscious enjoyment of eternal life and the eternal relationship with God, emphasizing that failures of men cannot hinder those who belong to the Son of God from experiencing this blessedness. The Holy Spirit reveals these blessings to us for our joy, especially after ecclesiastical failure. It is crucial for believers to pray in the consciousness of the nearness and favor they have through redemption, as this intimacy affects not only their own spiritual life but also others around them.