In this sermon, the preacher discusses the moral decay and corruption in society, particularly in relation to the portrayal of sinful acts in movies. He emphasizes that God's people are called to be pure and separate from the world. The preacher warns that when a nation reaches a point of moral decay, it can no longer exist and will crumble. He highlights the importance of obeying God's commandments and laments the forsaking of God's ways in the United States, which he believes is close to the point of collapse.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the topic of the holiness of God. He emphasizes that holiness is not just a characteristic of God, but it also represents His will for His creatures. The speaker highlights that holiness is mentioned in religious contexts and is connected to four aspects: the nature of God, the duty of man, the work of grace in the Christian and the church, and the state of future glory. The speaker encourages a deeper understanding of holiness and emphasizes the importance of seeing truth in its divine context.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preparing one's heart to receive the word of God. He encourages listeners to consecrate themselves and not evade the reality of their spiritual condition. The preacher references biblical figures like Isaiah, Micaiah, Daniel, and John, who all had powerful encounters with God and saw Him as the great I am. He highlights the need for humility and true worship, emphasizing that worship is not just singing songs but bowing down before God.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of beauty and how it is often used to judge people's worth. He emphasizes that Jesus, despite not having physical beauty, came into the world to show that true worth is not determined by appearance. The preacher shares a story about a servant of the Lord who was rejected by a church because of his unimpressive appearance, but God accepted him. The sermon also emphasizes the importance of righteousness in all aspects of life, including judgments, actions, and attitudes. The preacher concludes by highlighting the righteousness of God and the need for believers to strive for holiness and reverence.

In this sermon, the preacher begins by leading the congregation in singing a hymn that praises God and emphasizes peace, love, honor, and joy. The sermon then focuses on the holiness of God and how He cannot tolerate sin or overlook it. The preacher references Habakkuk and Revelation to support this point. The sermon concludes by highlighting the practical application of understanding God's holiness, which should lead to a profound sense of reverence.

In this sermon, Bishop Stuart shares about the importance of deep conversion and being fully alive in Christ. He references a story shared by his wife, Catherine, about her mother disarming a robber by responding in love and addressing the root cause of his actions. Bishop Stuart emphasizes the need to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us, just as God does. He also explains that Lent is not just about giving up chocolate, but about reflecting on and dealing with our disordered passions in order to align ourselves with Christ. Overall, the sermon encourages listeners to seek deep conversion and allow Jesus to reign over their emotions and reactions.

Peter Hammond preaches on the significance of holiness as portrayed in the Book of Leviticus, emphasizing the importance of reverencing God and living a life dedicated to Him. Leviticus provides direct instructions from God on how sinful people can be reconciled to a Holy God and how to worship Him acceptably, focusing on transformation and holiness. The sacrifices and feasts in Leviticus symbolize the reconciliation of sinful people to God and the proper way to worship Him, ultimately pointing to Jesus Christ as the ultimate sacrifice and fulfillment of God's plan.

Reverend J. H. Weber, in the Methodist church at the city of Adrian, preaches about the possibility of attaining perfection and holiness through sanctification. He emphasizes the need for believers to confess their sins, ask God to cleanse their hereditary sin, and strive for a life of obedience and purity. Drawing from various biblical examples like Enoch, Noah, and Job, he encourages the congregation to seek sanctification and walk with God in purity and holiness.

John Owen emphasizes the necessity of conformity to Christ as the ultimate goal of a believer's life, highlighting that true faith and love manifest in a desire to emulate Christ's internal grace and holiness. He explains that believers are called to reflect Christ's image, which is revealed through the Gospel, and that this transformation requires both a spiritual understanding of Christ's virtues and a heartfelt love for them. Owen outlines the dual aspects of this conformity: the internal grace of Christ and the external obedience to His example, stressing that genuine imitation of Christ involves both mortification of sin and growth in grace. He concludes that the life of God in believers is fundamentally about becoming like Christ, which is essential for true Christian living.

Bob Hoekstra delves into the purpose of God's law, emphasizing that it was added because of transgressions to make people aware of their sinfulness and accountability before God. The law does not replace God's promises but serves to reveal His holiness and the standard of holy living He desires for His people. While the law convicts of sin, the promises of God offer forgiveness and righteousness through faith in Jesus Christ, highlighting the need for reliance on God's grace for salvation.