In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that many Christians do not witness because of fear. However, he reminds them that they have the provision and protection of God. Christians have the power of the Holy Spirit within them and the sword of the Spirit before them. The speaker encourages Christians to represent their ruler, God, and to seek to glorify Him in their actions and words. He also highlights the importance of using their time and opportunities wisely, as they will be held accountable for their works. The ultimate purpose of their ministry is reconciliation, bringing people back to God.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of total obedience to God, focusing on Jesus' pledge to obey the Father completely and how His obedience covers all believers. It highlights the covenant God made through Christ, ensuring perfect obedience and provision for His children. The message encourages trust in Jesus' obedience, leading to a deep relationship with God and the assurance of His faithfulness in keeping the covenant.

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.

John Nelson Darby emphasizes the profound contrast between God's holiness and human sinfulness, illustrating that true understanding of God's love comes through accepting Christ. He explains that while the world may reject believers, it is through trials and tribulations that Christians are refined and made vessels for God's use. Darby stresses the importance of living a life that reflects Christ's purity and holiness, urging believers to remain in constant expectation of His return. He warns against superficial faith and highlights the necessity of genuine belief in Christ for salvation. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper communion with God, which leads to a life of holiness and love towards others.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of union with Christ in ministry, illustrating the dual aspects of consecration through the shedding and sprinkling of blood as seen in Leviticus 8. He explains that true consecration involves surrendering our ears, hands, and feet to God's will, ensuring that our lives are governed solely by His voice and interests. The sermon draws parallels between the consecration of Aaron and the High Priestly prayer of Jesus in John 17, highlighting the necessity of being dead to self and alive to God. Sparks encourages believers to seek God's direction in their lives, emphasizing that true success is found in obedience to His call, regardless of worldly expectations. Ultimately, he calls for a renewed commitment to living as a living sacrifice, wholly dedicated to God's purposes.

A.B. Simpson emphasizes the profound relationship between believers and Christ, asserting that if we belong to the Lord, then He belongs to us. He encourages faith to claim its full inheritance in Christ, recognizing Him as our source of grace, strength, and joy. Simpson explains that true consecration involves exchanging our lives for Christ's, leading to a mutual commitment where Christ dedicates His life and power to us. He urges believers to continually present themselves to Jesus, allowing Him to fill and use them moment by moment. Ultimately, he invites everyone to embrace the Savior who offers such a transformative relationship.

Dougan Clark emphasizes the doctrine and experience of entire sanctification as clearly taught in the Holy Scripture, from the patriarchs to the apostles, highlighting God's requirement for His people to be holy now and the provision made through Christ for them to be made holy. He explains that the sanctification of believers is through the truth and the work of redemption by Christ, emphasizing the need for cleansing from all sin to be entirely sanctified. Clark also addresses the relationship between entire sanctification and the baptism with the Holy Ghost, stressing that they are coetaneous experiences that should not be separated.

Charles Ewing Brown delves into the complex concept of holiness, exploring its origins in ancient religions and its evolution in the Old Testament. He discusses the paradoxical nature of holiness, where some things are considered more holy than others, drawing parallels to personal property ownership. Brown emphasizes the importance of entire sanctification, where Christians move from belonging to God in a general sense to becoming His private, personal possession through a second crisis experience. He also addresses the idea of sanctifying holy things through deep acknowledgment of their holiness, highlighting the significance of love as the fulfillment of the law and the essence of holiness in human nature.

Charles William Butler preaches on the importance of Christian holiness as a second work of grace, emphasizing its truth and value throughout Christian history. The Scriptures reveal the essential nature of holiness in salvation, addressing the twofold nature of sin and the need for reconciliation with God. While forgiveness and justification through faith in Christ address certain aspects of sin, there remains a deeper need for inner purity and sanctification to overcome the moral condition of the heart.

Charles William Butler emphasizes the distinction between the first epochal work of grace, the new birth, and the second work of grace, sanctification, as essential for every true student of the Word of God to understand. The new birth signifies a spiritual rebirth, transitioning from death to life, enabling individuals to become God-conscious and know God personally. On the other hand, sanctification, symbolized by fire and associated with being baptized with the Holy Ghost, is a deep, personal, and Spirit-wrought purification process that leads to true holiness. Butler stresses the importance of embracing both aspects of salvation, the double cure for sin, through faith in Christ's redemptive work and the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit.

W.H. Griffith Thomas delves into the multifaceted purpose of Christ's death, emphasizing salvation from the penalty, power, and presence of sin. He explores the threefold nature of salvation: Justification, Sanctification, and Glorification, highlighting the believer's position in Christ and the essential role of consecration and purification in Sanctification. Thomas explains the believer's journey from justification to sanctification, emphasizing the need for continual growth in grace and the process of progressive sanctification. He addresses the believer's struggle with sin, presenting eradication and suppression as inadequate views, and advocates for counteraction through the power of the Holy Spirit. Thomas underscores the importance of faith in appropriating Christ for sanctification and maintaining a life of holiness.

Thomas Bradbury preaches on the profound love of Christ for the Church, emphasizing how husbands should love their wives sacrificially, as Christ loved the Church and gave Himself for it. The epistle of Ephesians is highlighted as a revelation of the fellowship and privileges of God's family, showcasing the spiritual union and high calling of believers in Christ. The sermon delves into the sanctification and cleansing work of Christ through the Word, aiming to present the Church as a glorious and spotless bride, holy and without blemish, reflecting the perfection and beauty of Christ.

Eli Brayley preaches on the process of sanctification, emphasizing that God intends to sanctify each believer completely and wholly, offering victory and heavenly transformation to all. Sanctification is linked with peace, highlighting the joy and bliss of walking upright before God and the unrest of walking against His truth. The hindrances to sanctification include the sin of unbelief, relying on the flesh for holiness, and failing to fix our eyes on Jesus, who has already accomplished the work of sanctification for us.

Phillips Brooks emphasizes the importance of selflessness and looking out for the needs of others, highlighting that God's gifts are meant to benefit not just ourselves but also those around us. He points out that our pursuit of a higher life becomes more meaningful and noble when we dedicate ourselves for the sake of others, drawing inspiration from Jesus' example of sanctifying Himself for the world's sake. Brooks challenges the listeners to consider the impact of their struggles and suffering on others, suggesting that through our hardships, we can bring light and help to those in need, embodying the spirit of martyrdom and selfless service.

Mary Wilder Tileston emphasizes the importance of consecrating oneself to God for the benefit of others, drawing inspiration from John 17:19. She highlights the need to confront temptations, despondency, restlessness, and ambition with unwavering vigilance and commitment to self-consecration. Tileston warns against allowing even a single sin to hinder the work of God through us, stressing the necessity of purity and cleansing of the heart to radiate God's light and truth to others. Ultimately, she encourages a deep surrender to Christ for His transformative power to shine through our imperfections, revealing His brightness and peace to those around us.

George Kulp preaches about the discipline of suffering and the mysteries of God's dealings with us, emphasizing the need to trust in God's love and purpose even when we question 'Why?'. He illustrates how suffering can lead to growth and transformation, just like how a plowed field yields a harvest or a block of marble becomes a masterpiece through the chisel. Kulp highlights the example of Jesus, who endured suffering and rejection for our sakes, teaching us obedience through His own trials and tribulations.

P.T. Forsyth preaches about the three great aspects of the work of Christ: its triumphant aspect, satisfactionary aspect, and regenerative aspect. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the unity of these aspects in Christ's work, as seen in 1 Corinthians 1:30. Forsyth stresses the need for a comprehensive view of Christ's work, highlighting the significance of His perfect obedience of holy love in overcoming evil, satisfying God's holiness, and sanctifying humanity. He challenges the separation of justification and sanctification, advocating for a balanced understanding that connects Christ's work on the Cross with both the deliverance from sin's power and the regeneration of humanity.