In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of passing through difficult and perplexing situations in order to glorify God. He highlights the confidence and faith that believers should have in God's sovereignty and perfect ways, even when faced with challenges. The speaker shares personal experiences of facing hopelessness and finding transformation and growth through encounters with God. He also references the life of Jesus, pointing out that even Jesus experienced moments of being stripped of comfort and consolation as part of His journey towards glory.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the trials faced by Job in the Bible. He highlights how Job experienced two consecutive trials, with calamities befalling him one after another. The Chaldeans attacked and stole his camels, killing his servants, and then a great wind destroyed his eldest son's house, killing all his children. Despite these devastating events, the speaker encourages the audience to have hope and faith in God's promises. He emphasizes the importance of being mentally prepared, morally alert, and setting our hope on the grace that will be revealed through Jesus Christ. The sermon concludes with an invitation for the audience to share any testimonies or experiences of God's work in their lives.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding spiritual poverty, focusing on the concept of being poor in spirit as the key to true blessedness and fulfillment in the Christian life. Drawing insights from the Beatitudes and the encounter of Isaiah and Job with God, the speaker highlights the need to recognize our insufficiency and surrender to God's authority and provision, rather than relying on self-sufficiency or worldly standards. The message challenges listeners to seek God's glory through His Word, leading to transformation and a deeper relationship with Him.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of progressing in the school of God and not remaining stagnant in one's faith. He compares spiritual growth to advancing through different grades in school, highlighting the need to pass the tests and trials that God allows in our lives. The speaker shares a personal experience of losing a loved one and how it revealed a hole in his heart that needed to be filled with God's presence. He encourages listeners to prioritize spending time in the Word of God and seeking His ways in order to progress and grow spiritually.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses various aspects of God's creation, focusing on animals such as hawks, peacocks, and unicorns. The preacher emphasizes God's power and wisdom in designing and controlling these creatures. The sermon also touches on the story of Job and how God challenges him to understand the complexity of creation. The preacher concludes by highlighting the importance of seeking wisdom and knowledge from God.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the wickedness and forgetfulness of human beings when it comes to their sins. He suggests a practical exercise of writing down every thought, deed, and word every 15 minutes throughout the day to realize the extent of our sins. The preacher also highlights the importance of recognizing the exceeding riches of God's grace and the need for miracles in our lives. He references the story of Gideon and encourages believers to link themselves with God's people and expect God to work through their presence. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the forgiveness of sins through Christ and the abundant life that believers can experience.

This sermon emphasizes the critical need for repentance in the Christian life, highlighting the importance of continuous repentance to see Jesus more clearly, distinguish between eternal and temporal things, and experience true spiritual growth. It warns against the deception of believing without repentance and calls for a humble and honest heart that is willing to turn from sin and seek God's cleansing and transformation.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Job and the revelation of God's greatness in nature. He highlights various verses where God questions Job about his understanding of creation and the universe. The preacher also mentions Job's humble response, acknowledging his own insignificance compared to God. The sermon then transitions to the book of Psalms, specifically Psalm 82, where God addresses the gods and emphasizes their lack of knowledge and understanding. The preacher concludes by emphasizing the importance of recognizing God's sovereignty and justice in the world.

John Calvin preaches on the interconnectedness of true wisdom, which consists of the knowledge of God and of ourselves. He explains how the knowledge of God leads to humility, exposes our hypocrisy, reveals God's perfections, and our own helplessness. Calvin illustrates the effects of knowing God through examples of holy patriarchs, angels, and celestial bodies like the sun and moon. He emphasizes that true self-knowledge can only be attained by first contemplating the greatness of God, which then leads to a deeper understanding of our own inadequacies and impurities.

A.W. Tozer addresses the misconception of Christ as a utilitarian figure, emphasizing that many have reduced Him to a mere tool for personal gain and success in trivial pursuits. He critiques the notion that Christ is invoked to assist in competitive sports, business dealings, or even morally questionable roles in entertainment, highlighting the danger of treating prayer as a means to manipulate divine power for selfish ends. Tozer calls for a deeper understanding of Christ's true nature, urging believers to approach Him with reverence and humility, recognizing His sovereignty rather than using Him for personal advantage.

A.B. Simpson explores the profound transformation of Job after encountering the vision of God, emphasizing that true understanding of God transcends mere intellectual knowledge. Job, initially a righteous man, faced severe trials that revealed his inadequacies and self-righteousness, leading to a moment of divine revelation where he recognized his own vileness and repented. This encounter not only humbled Job but also elevated him to a new spiritual plane, enabling him to pray for his friends and ultimately receive God's restoration and blessings. Simpson highlights that the vision of God brings about the death of self and the birth of divine life, illustrating that true spiritual growth comes from a personal revelation of God. The sermon concludes with the assurance that those who seek God earnestly will be rewarded abundantly, both in this life and the next.

A.W. Pink explores the concept of faith as the 'eye' that perceives the reality of God, as illustrated by Job's declaration of seeing God after overcoming self-righteousness. He emphasizes that faith, like the eye, is passive, directing, quick, capacious, assuring, impressing, wondrous, and tender, allowing believers to perceive spiritual truths and navigate their lives. Pink draws parallels between the physical eye and faith, highlighting how faith enables Christians to see beyond the material world and grasp the eternal promises of God. He encourages believers to cultivate their faith, which grows deeper and clearer over time, leading to a transformative relationship with Christ.

J.C. Philpot preaches about the divine teaching of God in the souls of His children, emphasizing the necessity of this heavenly instruction for spiritual growth and understanding. He highlights the four prominent blessings bestowed upon the church in Christ - eternal election, redemption, regeneration, and heavenly teaching, focusing on the promise that 'All your children shall be taught of the Lord.' Philpot delves into the nature and effects of this divine teaching, comparing it to dew, rain, and oil, and its role in helping believers know God and themselves. He stresses that this special teaching leads to a deep knowledge of God, a true understanding of sin, a humble recognition of self, and a genuine faith and love for God and His people.

C.I. Scofield preaches on the inner life, using the story of Job to illustrate the journey from hearing about God to truly seeing Him, leading to a deep self-awareness and repentance. The sermon emphasizes the importance of the inner life, where faith, struggles, and victories take place, ultimately shaping our external lives. Through Job's experience, we see the revelation of God, the collapse of self, the call to a higher service, and the resulting doubled fruitfulness, highlighting the transformative power of encountering God in a personal and profound way.

Joseph Philpot preaches on the prayer of Jabez, highlighting the desires and breathings of a soul seeking God's blessings, spiritual enlargement, divine guidance, and deliverance from evil. Jabez's prayer reflects the experiences of all God's children, showing the need for a personal, spiritual knowledge of God, a longing for genuine blessings, an earnest desire for spiritual growth, a dependence on God's leading, and a plea to be kept from sin. Philpot emphasizes the importance of heartfelt prayers, the seeking of God's hand in all things, and the deep desire to be kept from evil to avoid grief and trouble.

Chuck Smith emphasizes that mere awareness of God's existence is insufficient for true fulfillment, as many people experience a deep sense of emptiness despite believing in Him. He explains that while nature reveals God's glory, it does not provide the personal knowledge of God that we need; this knowledge comes through special revelation in Jesus Christ. Smith highlights that Job's encounter with God transformed his understanding, illustrating that true completeness comes from a personal relationship with God. He encourages listeners to seek a deeper connection with God, reminding them that He is always available to those who earnestly seek Him.

K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the importance of pointing others to Jesus rather than focusing on personal abilities or positions, as illustrated by a conflict between an older staff member and a younger leader in his ministry. He highlights that losing sight of Jesus leads to disunity and discouragement, while seeing Jesus brings clarity and restoration, as demonstrated in the lives of Job and Isaiah. Yohannan encourages leaders to pray and guide others towards Jesus, as true humility and submission come from recognizing Him. The ultimate goal is to connect people with Jesus, who is the source of all truth and life, rather than merely following teachings or doctrines. The sermon concludes with a call to study the Bible with the intent of seeing Jesus, rather than just acquiring knowledge.

F.B. Meyer explores the profound transformation that occurs when one truly encounters God, as exemplified by Job's realization of his own shortcomings. Despite being regarded as righteous and upright, Job's hidden flaws were revealed in the light of God's presence, leading him to abhor himself and repent. This sermon emphasizes that true self-awareness and humility come from a genuine vision of God, which in turn makes Jesus more precious to us. Meyer encourages believers to seek this divine encounter, as it empowers them to intercede for others and bless the world through humble service. The message highlights the necessity of recognizing our imperfections to attain true peace and blessedness.

Anton Bosch challenges the common notion of 'experiencing God' as being man-centered, emphasizing that true encounters with God in the Bible left individuals broken, humbled, and with a deep sense of their sinfulness and unworthiness. He contrasts these genuine experiences with modern descriptions of feeling wonderful, uplifting, or thrilling, highlighting the need for a real transformation when encountering God. Bosch stresses that authentic meetings with God result in lasting, fundamental changes in speech, goals, lifestyle, and attitudes, unlike shallow emotional encounters that lack true substance.

Harry Ironside emphasizes that the primary theme of the Book of Job is repentance, rather than the question of why the righteous suffer. He illustrates how Job, a man of great integrity, ultimately comes to recognize his own sinfulness and need for repentance, culminating in his declaration of self-abhorence and humility before God. Ironside contrasts Job's journey with other biblical figures, highlighting that even the most righteous among us must confront the evil within and seek God's mercy. The sermon underscores that true repentance is essential for all, regardless of one's perceived righteousness, and is a work of the Holy Spirit leading to self-judgment and blessing.

Erlo Stegen emphasizes the profound truth that God sent His Son, Jesus, to save humanity from sin, highlighting that Jesus, though fully human, was without sin. He explains that the law was powerless to save, but through Jesus' sacrifice, we are offered forgiveness and freedom from our sins. Stegen illustrates the transformative power of seeing Jesus through revelation, as Job expressed, and how this revelation leads to true salvation. He shares a testimony of a man who found joy and sobriety through Christ, underscoring that self-effort cannot break the chains of addiction. Ultimately, the sermon conveys that only Jesus can cleanse our hearts and bring lasting change.

Art Katz addresses the profound need for true repentance among Germans in light of their historical guilt regarding the Holocaust, emphasizing that genuine repentance is not merely an emotional release but a deep acknowledgment of God's holiness and our own unworthiness. He argues that true repentance must lead to a sincere response towards the Jewish people, recognizing the shared responsibility for sin and the need for a radical transformation in the church's approach to its Jewish neighbors. Katz warns against superficial expressions of remorse that seek personal relief rather than a true turning towards God, urging a repentance that acknowledges the weight of historical sins and the call to bear witness to the truth of the Gospel. He highlights that the church's failure to authentically engage with the Jewish community reflects a broader spiritual malaise that must be addressed for the Kingdom of God to manifest. Ultimately, Katz calls for a radical shift in the church's understanding of repentance, one that aligns with God's purposes and leads to genuine restoration.

Dougan Clark preaches about the significance of Christ's Baptism and the distinction between John's baptism of repentance and Christ's baptism of consecration and holiness. He emphasizes that while John's baptism is for the unconverted, Christ's baptism is for Christians, symbolizing victory over sin and imparting entire sanctification. Clark delves into the experiences of various biblical figures like Isaiah, Job, and Paul, showcasing how encountering the purity and glory of Christ led to repentance and a deeper spiritual transformation. He highlights the importance of seeking and receiving the baptism with the Holy Ghost, as a universal blessing for all believers, enabling them to walk in the fullness of the Spirit's power and grace.

Byron J. Rees emphasizes the importance of knowing God personally to receive strength and do great exploits. He warns against reducing Christianity to mere theology and ethics, stressing the need for a supernatural encounter with God. Rees highlights the transformation that occurs when individuals have a personal revelation of God, citing examples from biblical figures like Jacob, Job, Moses, Joshua, Isaiah, and Paul. He urges believers to move away from reliance on methods and human efforts, emphasizing the necessity of knowing God intimately for true power and effectiveness in ministry.

John Calvin preaches about the importance of true wisdom, which consists of the knowledge of God and of ourselves, emphasizing how the two are interconnected. He explains how the knowledge of God humbles our pride, unveils our hypocrisy, and reveals our utter helplessness, leading us to seek God and acknowledge our own unworthiness. Calvin illustrates the effects of the knowledge of God through examples of holy patriarchs, angels, and celestial bodies like the sun and moon, showing how encountering God's majesty causes awe and self-awareness of our insignificance.