In this sermon, the preacher discusses a conversation between Jesus and his disciples. The disciples asked Jesus what they needed to do to work the works of God. Jesus responded by saying that the work of God is to believe in him, whom the Father has sent. The preacher emphasizes the importance of faith and how it is the foundation for a relationship with God. He also mentions the significance of having a burden and vision for revival. The sermon references several Bible verses, including Romans 1:17, Hebrews 11:6, and James 2:17.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of believing in God and His word. He points out that doubt leads to disobedience and unbelief, highlighting the connection between faith and obedience. The preacher also warns against adding or subtracting from the word of God, as this distorts its message. He uses the example of Eve in the Garden of Eden, where the serpent cast doubt on God's word and questioned His love, goodness, righteousness, and holiness. The preacher concludes by emphasizing that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ alone, without any additional requirements.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of praising God and the importance of having a fixed heart. He shares a personal testimony of being healed through praising the Lord. The preacher encourages the congregation to use their tongues to glorify God and to move away from a life of spiritual poverty and into the abundance of God's kingdom. He reminds them that God has appointed them to overcome Satan and that Jesus Christ has come to dwell within their hearts, empowering them to do His will.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the challenge of representing strong Christian beliefs in a world that passionately disbelieves them. He refers to the example of Paul preaching in Athens in Acts chapter 17 as a pattern for how Christians should deal with different beliefs in today's world. The speaker also highlights the historical dominance of Christianity in the Western world for many centuries. He emphasizes that simply believing in Jesus is not enough, but one must also believe in his atoning work on the cross for salvation. The sermon concludes with a reminder to be good to others and the recognition that while world religions may share some ethical teachings, there are significant differences between them that should not be downplayed.

Major Ian Thomas emphasizes that Jesus Christ is the image of the invisible God, highlighting that His life was a derived life, fully dependent on the Father. He explains that true righteousness comes from allowing Christ to live through us, making us vessels of His divine action. Thomas stresses that being a Christian is not merely about conversion but about living in a way that reflects Christ's life and character in our daily actions. He encourages believers to recognize their need for the Holy Spirit to enable them to embody the righteousness of Christ, thus fulfilling their purpose as created in God's image.

Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the distinction between fruit bearing and fruit producing in the Christian life. He explains that fruit bearing is the natural overflow of Christ's life within us, resulting from faith and leading to eternal good works, while fruit producing is a struggle to live by our own efforts, often leading to short-lived results. Thomas highlights that true fruitfulness comes from abiding in Christ, which brings peace and rest, contrasting it with the anxiety of self-effort. He reminds us that our identity in Christ shapes our character and actions, and that genuine faith is evidenced by divine activity flowing through us. Ultimately, he calls believers to embrace their identity as fruit-bearers, relying on God's grace rather than their own strength.

G. Campbell Morgan emphasizes the critical nature of human responsibility in relation to Jesus' teachings, particularly focusing on the need for repentance, belief, and obedience. He outlines Jesus' threefold method of teaching: annunciation, application, and appeal, which calls individuals to recognize their need for God's Kingdom and to act upon the truth revealed in Christ. Morgan highlights that true belief is not merely intellectual assent but a volitional act of trust in Jesus as the Savior. He stresses that repentance is the first step towards aligning oneself with God's will, followed by faith in Christ and obedience to His teachings. Ultimately, Morgan calls for a transformative response to Jesus' message, urging listeners to test His words through their actions.

Major Ian Thomas emphasizes that Christian living is not about methods or techniques, but rather about the revolutionary principle of an exchanged life, where 'not I, but Christ liveth in me' (Galatians 2:20). He warns against separating Christian behavior from the Gospel, asserting that true faith must manifest in good works, as faith without works is dead (James 2:26). Thomas highlights that the essence of the Gospel is Christ living in us now, not just a promise of heaven later. He encourages believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices, allowing the life of Christ to be displayed through them, which is the only way to gain God's approval. The sermon calls for a faith that breathes with divine action, rooted in dependence on Jesus.

W.J. Erdman preaches about the importance of asking the question 'What shall I do?' in the right way, emphasizing the need for repentance and belief in Jesus as the work of God. He highlights the necessity of being cleansed by God before engaging in any work for Him, using the analogy of Dr. Livingstone and the African woman. Erdman encourages believers to seek God's will first and be willing for Him to work in and through them, pointing to examples in the Bible of individuals who did great works for God by following His commands.

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the sharp distinction between the saved and the unsaved as outlined in the Bible, emphasizing the importance of understanding the divine perspective on humanity's present estate and destiny. He highlights the necessity of surrendering to God's revelation of truth, which includes accepting the dark reality of the unsaved state and not just focusing on desirable elements of salvation. Chafer explains that salvation is not achieved through moral or religious practices but through a personal trust in Jesus Christ as the crucified and risen Savior, stressing the need for a new nature and faith in God's saving power.

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the Scriptures to explain the clear separation between the saved and the unsaved, emphasizing the future resurrection where all, both good and evil, will be raised from the dead by the command of the Son of God. The first resurrection, which includes the saved of all ages, precedes the final resurrection, where the rest of the dead are judged according to their works. The rejection of Christ is highlighted as the all-inclusive sin, leading to eternal condemnation. The importance of preaching the Gospel to all, even the heathen, is stressed, as Scripture teaches that belief in Christ is essential for salvation.

Miles J. Stanford emphasizes the importance of abiding in the Lord Jesus, highlighting that it is not about our own works but about yielding, trusting, and waiting for Him to work in and through us. He contrasts the common misconception of grace as merely a starting point for Christian living with the truth that abiding in Jesus is a continual act of letting Him work in us through His redeeming love. Stanford stresses the significance of God's testimony about His Son rather than focusing on our own shortcomings, leading to peace and glorifying the Name of the Lord Jesus in our lives.

Chuck Smith explores the question of what God desires from us, emphasizing that life without God's purpose leads to emptiness and frustration. He discusses the ideal requirements set forth by Moses, Micah, and Jesus, highlighting the call to perfection and the realization of our failures to meet these standards. However, he reassures that through Christ, God has provided a way to reconcile our shortcomings, asking us to believe in His provision. Accepting Christ transforms our lives, empowering us to strive towards God's ideals, even as we acknowledge our ongoing growth in grace.

Major W. Ian Thomas emphasizes that Christian living is not a mere method or technique but a revolutionary principle of an exchanged life, where Christ lives in believers. He warns against divorcing Christian behavior from the Gospel, stressing that the true spiritual content of the Gospel is Christ in us, not just the promise of heaven in the future. Thomas highlights the importance of living faith that breathes with divine action, rooted in Jesus Christ, producing 'good works' that find approval in God.

Daniel Steele preaches about the challenges believers face in experiencing full salvation, emphasizing the need to move beyond speculative difficulties and intellectual reasoning to fully surrender to God through faith. He addresses the misconception that perfect love is a special gift not attainable by all believers, highlighting that God's grace is available to all who seek it. Steele also discusses the practical difficulties of consecrating all to the Lord while still retaining control, encouraging believers to become faithful stewards of their possessions for the glory of Christ.

Martin Luther preaches about the importance of faith in Christ as the highest good work, emphasizing that all good works must flow from faith in God's commandments. He highlights that faith alone makes all other works good and acceptable, as it trusts God's love and mercy. Luther explains that true good works are those done in faith, where all distinctions between works fall away, and all works become equal in God's sight. He urges believers to trust in God's grace and favor, knowing that faith is the chief work that pleases God.

Philip Doddridge preaches about the way of salvation through Christ, emphasizing the importance of repentance, faith, and giving up self-dependence to seek salvation by free grace. He urges sinners to apply to Christ with deep abhorrence of their sins, firm resolution to forsake them, and a commitment to obey and imitate Christ in their daily lives. Doddridge highlights that salvation is only obtained through faith in Jesus and surrendering to Him completely, acknowledging our need for His grace and mercy.

Alice Hayes, a preacher in the Society of Friends, shares her personal journey of conversion, trials, and travails, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness and trust in the Lord's guidance and mercy. She recounts her upbringing, struggles with sin, and the deep sorrow and repentance she experienced upon realizing her need for God's forgiveness and transformation. Through various trials, including persecution for refusing to pay tithes, imprisonment, and conflicts with family members, Alice remains steadfast in her faith, attributing her strength and endurance to God's grace and presence in her life. She encourages others to seek God with all their hearts, repent of sin, and trust in the power of Christ to save and transform their lives.

Richard E. Bieber preaches on the transformative power of faith in Jesus, emphasizing how ordinary, down-to-earth people were chosen by Jesus to become radically committed men and women of God through faith. Jesus repeatedly taught His disciples to believe in Him, not just in religious ideas, but in His very person. Despite initial doubts, the disciples eventually learned to walk by faith after Jesus' ascension, witnessing the fulfillment of His promises and the evidence of His presence in their lives daily. Bieber highlights the importance of faith in pleasing God, loving others, praying, forgiving, giving, and confessing Jesus to the world.