In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of building oneself up in faith and staying vigilant against worldly temptations. He shares a story about a preacher who hypocritically indulges in drinking despite preaching against it. The preacher also mentions the urgency and gravity of the times we live in and the need to fulfill our calling. He suggests revising the Communion service and encourages believers to come together in a half-circle formation. The sermon concludes with a proclamation of God's ability to keep believers from falling and to present them faultless before His glory.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of walking in the light and not focusing on one's weaknesses and abilities. He refers to the story of the 10 spies who gave an evil report about the land of milk and honey, highlighting their lack of faith and belief in their own abilities. The preacher shares examples of witnessing God's power to transform and raise the dead, emphasizing the need for faith in order to please God. He warns against the dangers of unbelief and encourages listeners to fully commit their lives to trusting in God rather than seeking miracles.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the spiritual blessings that believers have in Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that the church often emphasizes what believers should be doing for God, but the Bible actually emphasizes what God has done for them. The preacher spends the first three chapters of Ephesians enumerating these spiritual blessings, highlighting the richness and blessings of being a child of God. He also emphasizes that as believers grow strong and healthy in their faith, they will naturally become witnesses and share the love of Christ with others, leading to the growth and blessing of the church.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the church and its role in evangelism. He defines evangelism as the act of making someone who is not a member of the body of Christ, a member of the body. The preacher challenges the use of certain theological concepts that are not found in the Bible and encourages a focus on building the church rather than material possessions. He highlights the attitude of Jesus and the apostles as the foundation of the church and emphasizes the significance of both the words of Jesus in the gospels and the epistles in understanding the truth.

This sermon emphasizes the true meaning of eternal life as knowing God and Jesus Christ, not just living forever. It highlights the importance of continually laying hold of eternal life, as seen in the exhortation to Timothy to 'take hold of eternal life.' The message stresses the need to choose to pursue eternal life over worldly pursuits and the significance of knowing God deeply to experience spiritual growth and transformation.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of building a church that reflects God's standards of purity and righteousness, focusing on the need to tremble at God's word, be humble, and avoid partiality. It challenges believers to let the words of Scripture become flesh in their lives, to serve sacrificially, and to seek a church that is a testimony to every verse of the Bible. The speaker shares personal examples of transformation and commitment to living out God's word.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God, trusting in His promises, and maintaining unity in the body of Christ. It highlights the need to overcome doubt, grumbling, and complaining by believing in God's faithfulness and seeking unity in fellowship. The speaker encourages humility, love, and faith in God's ability to keep us from falling, presenting us blameless before Him.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the idea of being a people of action in the church. He emphasizes that the church is not a place of boredom, but rather a place where believers actively work with the living God. The preacher encourages the congregation to have confidence in their actions with God, citing 2 Corinthians 9:8 as a source of encouragement. He also addresses the overwhelming nature of modern life and how it can hinder our ability to be active for God. Overall, the sermon emphasizes the importance of being engaged and working with God in all aspects of life.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing Jesus Christ personally rather than just knowing about Him. He shares his own experience of growing up in the church and singing songs without truly understanding the significance of knowing Jesus. The speaker then references the story of Jacob in the Bible, highlighting how Jacob prophesied over his sons before his death, demonstrating the power and dignity of knowing God. The sermon also touches on the topic of witnessing and how mentioning the name of Jesus can bring light and conviction to people's hearts.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of staying on the "beam" and keeping our focus on Jesus. He compares this to a pilot flying through fog, who relies on a clock to stay on track. The speaker highlights the need to be directed by Jesus in every aspect of our lives and to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. He also emphasizes the importance of having a living hope in Christ's return and not being consumed by earthly things. The sermon concludes with a reminder to meditate on God's word day and night, using the example of Joshua as a faithful servant who relied on the word of God.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the relationship between truth and freedom, using the example of the Dominican Republic's national flag. He emphasizes that knowing the truth can set us free, as Jesus said in John's Gospel. The speaker also shares personal experiences of how encountering the truth in the Bible has changed his thinking and corrected his erroneous thoughts. He concludes by highlighting that in the future, believers will be freed from the compulsion, deception, and consequences of sin, including death, and will experience united fellowship with Jesus Christ.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of discerning deception, particularly in the form of false prophets and teachings. It highlights the need to stick to God's word, avoid being swayed by miracles or gifts, and focus on the fruit of the Spirit, such as humility and holiness. The speaker warns against those who seek personal gain, using biblical examples to illustrate the dangers of deception and the significance of valuing the truth of God's word above all else.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking the Kingdom of God first, highlighting the righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit that define it. It discusses the significance of repentance from seeking earthly desires to focusing on the Kingdom of Heaven, stressing the need to set our minds on heavenly things. The message delves into the transformation that occurs when our priorities align with God's Kingdom, leading to a life marked by righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.

This sermon emphasizes the often overlooked aspect of Jesus being our example in addition to being our Savior, highlighting the importance of imitating His character of humility, purity, love, and compassion. It challenges the lack of emphasis on personal transformation in Evangelical Christianity and encourages believers to follow Jesus in character individually, focusing on holiness and overcoming sin through the grace that Jesus received.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the power of grace and how it can keep us from falling and present us faultless before God. He references the book of Jude and emphasizes the amazing ability of God to present us faultless before His glory. The preacher also mentions Matthew 25, where Jesus teaches about the importance of visiting and caring for those who are in prison or in need. He highlights the idea that we will be judged based on how we treat those who break the rules. The sermon concludes with a discussion on the significance of the church as a community and family, emphasizing the importance of coming together and supporting one another.

Chuck Smith emphasizes that true help comes from Jehovah, not from within ourselves or our friends. He contrasts the futility of self-reliance and reliance on others with the infinite resources available through faith in God. Smith reassures that God is our keeper, providing protection and support at all times, and encourages believers to trust in God's ability to sustain them. He highlights the importance of understanding God's greatness and the assurance that He will not let us falter. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a shift from self-dependence to complete trust in God's providence.

Edgar Parkyns preaches about the prophet Hosea and the role of prophets in conveying God's messages to a rebellious world. He emphasizes God's unquenchable love expressed through various similitudes like that of an artisan, a shepherd, a parent, and a married couple. Parkyns delves into the story of Hosea, illustrating God's jealous yet compassionate love for His people, even in their rebellion. He challenges the audience to wholeheartedly return to the Lord, highlighting the need for total consecration and the removal of idols from their lives to experience God's transforming power and mercy.

Warren Wiersbe preaches on the three key words that summarize David's cry in Psalms 17: hear, hold, and hide. David calls on the Lord to hear his just cause, emphasizing the importance of having a right heart before God. He asks God to uphold his steps in His paths, acknowledging the need for divine guidance to prevent slipping. David seeks refuge in God, asking to be kept as the apple of His eye and hidden under the shadow of His wings, symbolizing God's protection and care during dark times.

C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of walking in wisdom and holiness to avoid spiritual slips and stumbles. He illustrates that while we may not travel luxuriously, walking in our God-given calling ensures our safety. Spurgeon warns that our greatest danger comes from our own carelessness and urges believers to seek divine grace to perceive and avoid sin. He encourages a vigilant attitude, reminding us to 'watch and pray' to prevent even the smallest slip. Ultimately, he calls for reliance on Jesus, who is able to keep us from stumbling.

Paris Reidhead preaches on the importance of standing firm in one's convictions and not compromising in the face of pressure or opposition. Using the example of Paul's compromise in Jerusalem, Reidhead emphasizes the need to seek wisdom from God to know when to stand and when to give ground. He warns against the perils of compromise, highlighting how it can postpone dealing with issues and play into the hands of enemies of the Gospel. Reidhead urges believers to stand courageously for the truth, even if it means facing challenges or chains, and calls for confession and forsaking of compromise for restoration and full fellowship with God.

C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the precarious nature of the Christian journey, illustrating how the path to life is both safe and fraught with dangers. He reflects on the ease with which one can stumble without the grace of God, likening believers to infants who require divine support to avoid falling. Spurgeon encourages the faithful to recognize their weaknesses and the lurking dangers that threaten their spiritual walk, while also celebrating God's unwavering protection and ability to keep them from falling. He concludes with a call to praise God for His faithfulness and power in safeguarding His children.

Milton Haney preaches about the importance of maintaining patience and avoiding impatience, emphasizing that impatience can only arise from the wrong use of sanctified faculties, not from inherited evils. He highlights the need for believers to cooperate with God's keeping power by actively avoiding sinful thoughts and actions, and maintaining a constant attitude against impatience. Haney encourages believers to reflect on God's patience with them as a model for patience with others, and to fill themselves with Divine love to displace impatience. He stresses the significance of trusting in God's promise of complete preservation from impatience, as a failure in this area can cast doubt on the truth of Christianity.

Paris Reidhead preaches about the importance of how individuals receive and respond to the truth of God's Word, emphasizing the danger of becoming indifferent or calloused towards divine truth. He highlights the impact of various forms of communication, such as radio preaching, literature, and Bible conferences, on people's receptiveness to the Gospel. Reidhead urges the congregation to reflect on the condition of their hearts as different types of soil in the Parable of the Sower, challenging them to ensure their hearts are good soil that bears fruit for God's glory. He warns against rejecting truth and emphasizes the need for continual obedience and growth in spiritual maturity.

Arno Clemens Gaebelein preaches about the joy of the Lord being our strength, emphasizing that the Lord Jesus Christ is the believer's ultimate source of joy. From the creation of the world to His incarnation, life, death, resurrection, and future glory, Jesus exemplified joy in fulfilling God's will and redeeming humanity. Despite suffering and the cross, His joy stemmed from the ultimate victory and the full accomplishment of His work. As believers, we are called to rejoice in the Lord always, finding strength and encouragement in His joy, which dispels gloom, lifts us into a holy walk, and prepares us for the future joy and glory we will share with Him.

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the profound relationship between Christ and His church, using various figures from the New Testament to illustrate the vital connections. The church is depicted as sheep dependent on the Shepherd, branches drawing life from the vine, stones resting on the Corner Stone, a kingdom of priests interceded for by the High Priest, members of His body representing the Head, and the bride of the Lamb awaiting union with the Bridegroom-King. The church's ultimate destiny is to manifest the glory of the Bridegroom through His immeasurable love, wisdom, and power, as described in Ephesians 5:25-32.