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.

Phoebe Palmer preaches about the privilege of young converts to be holy, sharing testimonies of individuals who experienced entire sanctification shortly after their conversion. She emphasizes the importance of aiming for entire consecration and being wholly sanctified as a high calling of the Christian life. Palmer highlights the rapid advancement in holiness that can be achieved through faith and complete devotion to God, as seen in the lives of those who were sanctified within days or hours of their conversion. She draws from the examples of Mr. Wesley and others to encourage young believers to seek and experience the cleansing power of God in their lives.

Phoebe Palmer preaches about the importance of seeking holiness and the 'shorter way' to achieve it, emphasizing the need for immediate obedience to God's command to be holy. She shares a story of a sister who discovered the simplicity of the path to holiness by realizing that knowledge is conviction and by fully consecrating herself to God without holding back any part of her life. Palmer encourages believers to let go of past unfaithfulness, resolve to live in complete devotion to God, and journey onward in humility and firmness of purpose.

Phoebe Palmer preaches about the necessity of fully fixing the intention to live a holy life, requiring deep searchings of the heart and surrendering any hindrances that may be prejudicial to the soul's best interests. She emphasizes the importance of resolutely fixing the mind on the intention to be holy, as a crucial step towards achieving holiness. Palmer urges believers to count the cost of living a life of entire devotion to God, emphasizing the need for a thorough foundation to withstand trials and temptations.

Arthur Vess emphasizes the importance of preaching holiness constantly, not as a hobby, but as the great foundation and fountain of all truth. He echoes John Wesley's words to preach holiness in every sermon, stating that preaching holiness is essential to preaching the truth. Vess highlights that everything is either holy or unholy, and by exploring holiness in all its aspects, one can never exhaust its depth. He encourages preachers to repeat key points not for emptiness but for emphasis, drawing a comparison to how lawyers present evidence. Vess underscores the significance of holiness in the Holy Bible and the urgent need for it in the unholy world, urging the use of various tools like illustrations, persuasion, arguments, and inspiration to preach holiness in regeneration, sanctification, and glorification.

Charles William Butler preaches on how to obtain the blessing, emphasizing the importance of meeting the conditions laid down in the Word for each phase of salvation. He highlights the human side and divine side in every step, explaining that while meeting conditions does not save us, it prepares us to receive the divine side that brings salvation. Butler delves into the concept of consecration, stressing the need for a complete and definite consecration of body, soul, and spirit to God, leading to a full realization of His perfect will. He underscores that consecration is a love-covenant with God, not just for service but to be wholly and forever His, akin to a marriage covenant.

Phoebe Palmer preaches on Gospel holiness, emphasizing that believers attain this state through faith in the infinite merit of Jesus Christ, presenting body and soul as a living sacrifice to God. Holiness involves salvation from sin and a redemption from all iniquity, experiencing the all-cleansing efficacy of Jesus' blood and being presented faultless before God. Believers, though saved from sin, continue to strive for sanctification, running in the way of God's commandments with increasing wisdom, power, and love. The terms 'holiness,' 'sanctification,' and 'perfect love' are closely related, signifying the state every believer should aim to achieve.

F.W. Grant delves into the Pentateuchal structure of the Bible, highlighting the significance of the five books of the Law as the structural basis of the entire Bible, with the Old Testament having four Pentateuchs and the New Testament having one. Each division of the Old Testament represents a Pentateuch, emphasizing the earthly part of revelation and the ages of probation and exercise under divine government. The books of the Law are viewed both as literal history and spiritual type, signifying the re-establishment of God's authority over the new creature.

Thomas a Kempis preaches about the profound happiness and devotion experienced by the soul that partakes in the banquet of the Lord Jesus, where only He, the beloved Savior, is the nourishment. Despite the inability to behold the divine brightness of Jesus, the Sacrament allows for His true presence to be experienced. The saints in heaven, who now rejoice in God's glory, patiently awaited His coming, serving as examples for believers to walk in faith and find comfort in the holy Scriptures and the Eucharist.