In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of serving God in spirit and truth, as stated in John 4:24. He refers to Jeremiah 5:1, where God calls for people who seek truth and execute judgment. The preacher highlights the need for our actions to reflect the reign of the Spirit of God in our lives, rather than being stained with wrongdoing. He emphasizes that it is our duty to submit to God, glorify Him in all circumstances, and recognize His sovereignty over our lives. The sermon also mentions the importance of walking after the Spirit, as urged by Paul in Galatians 5:25, and being renewed by the grace of God.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of the rich man and Lazarus from Luke 16:19-31. He believes that this account is not a parable but an actual description of the afterlife. The preacher emphasizes the importance of sharing the gospel and the hope found in Jesus Christ. He highlights the contrast between the rich man, who is detestable in the sight of God, and Lazarus, a poor man who finds favor with God. The sermon encourages listeners to be change agents in spreading the message of salvation.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of discipline in various aspects of life, such as time management, financial stewardship, and controlling bodily desires. It also highlights the need to live a non-judgmental life, focusing on self-improvement rather than criticizing others. The message draws parallels from biblical stories like Simeon prophesying about Jesus and the actions of the tribe of Levi to illustrate the impact of Christ's presence and the revelation of inner thoughts when encountering Him.

This sermon shares personal testimonies and truths learned in 50 years of being a believer. It emphasizes the importance of knowing God's truth, living a life of freedom, and understanding God's perfect plan for each individual's life. The speaker highlights the need to trust God's protection, believe in His power to turn evil into good, and seek to know God intimately to find strength and fulfill His unique purpose.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of unity in the church. He highlights four key elements of unity: having the same mind, love, spirit, and purpose. The preacher then explains that the way to achieve this unity is by adopting the same attitude as Jesus Christ, who humbled himself and sacrificed his own position for the sake of others. The preacher also emphasizes the need to avoid judging others and seeking to please men, as these attitudes hinder our ability to serve Christ. Finally, the preacher encourages the congregation to become like little children, free from selfishness and grudges, in order to truly experience the message of Jesus Christ.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of discerning between soul and spirit in Christianity to avoid deception. It highlights the dangers of soulishness, focusing on emotional manipulation, intellectual stimulation, and false healings. The speaker urges listeners to prioritize obedience to God over emotional experiences or intellectual knowledge, pointing out the need to have a clear conscience and worship in spirit and truth.

This sermon delves into the importance of presenting our bodies as a holy dwelling place for God, drawing parallels between the Old Testament tabernacle and the New Testament call to offer our bodies as living sacrifices. Emphasizing the need for holiness and purity in our lives, it highlights the significance of God dwelling in a holy place and the consequences of neglecting holiness. The message stresses the need to learn from the mistakes of Israel and other churches to avoid spiritual decline and maintain God's presence in our midst.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of continuous growth and progress in our spiritual lives, highlighting the need for humility, brokenness, and a willingness to be small in our own eyes. It draws lessons from the life of Peter, showcasing how God can use brokenness to bring about transformation and fruitfulness. The message encourages believers to avoid justifying themselves, getting offended, and to be quick to apologize, ultimately seeking to see Jesus more clearly through a life of humility and surrender.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking to know Christ deeply and fully, comparing the attitudes of minimum Christians who do the least for God and maximum Christians who seek to do the most for Him. It challenges listeners to evaluate their values, seeing everything the world offers as rubbish compared to Christ, and to live wholeheartedly for Him, like Paul did, seeking to know Him better each day.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of holiness and the hatred of sin in the eyes of God. He quotes various Bible verses to support his message, including Luke 16:15, Lamentations 2:6, Ezekiel 5:11, and Ezekiel 16:43. The preacher explains that God cannot look upon evil and that the death of Jesus Christ was necessary to pay the penalty for sin. He urges the listeners to strive for perfection and to be holy as God is holy. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the things that God hates, as mentioned in Proverbs 6:16-19 and Amos 8:17.

John Nelson Darby emphasizes the distinction between the world and the Christian life, urging believers to avoid the entrapments of the world-system, which is governed by Satan. He explains that while Christians must navigate the world, they should not conform to its values or systems, as true citizenship lies in heaven. Darby warns against the dangers of being absorbed into societal norms and stresses the importance of living by faith, guided by the Spirit of God. He encourages Christians to stand firm in their faith, even in the face of persecution, and to maintain a clear separation from worldly influences. Ultimately, he calls for a life that reflects Christ, as believers await their eternal hope in Him.

Zac Poonen emphasizes that what the world values is detestable to God, particularly the love of money, which leads to numerous negative consequences for believers. He warns that worldly honor should be rejected, as it distracts from true riches found in faithfulness to God. Poonen also highlights that no one can truly harm us except ourselves, as God works all things for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. He encourages believers to be zealous for good, asserting that this zeal protects them from harm. Poonen shares his personal testimony of experiencing no harm throughout his life, attributing this to his faithfulness and trust in God's plan.

Charles Finney emphasizes that what is highly esteemed by men is often abominable to God, as illustrated in Luke 16:15. He critiques the hypocrisy of the Pharisees who believed they could serve both God and wealth, arguing that true service to God requires selflessness and a commitment to the greater good. Finney explains that societal standards of morality often prioritize self-interest over divine principles, leading to a false sense of righteousness. He calls for a reevaluation of our motives and actions, urging believers to align their lives with God's expectations rather than worldly standards. Ultimately, Finney stresses that genuine faith must be active and benevolent, not merely a passive adherence to societal norms.

Charles Finney emphasizes that what is highly esteemed by men is often abominable to God, as illustrated by the Pharisees who justified themselves while neglecting true devotion. He argues that the world's standards of morality are based on selfishness, contrasting them with God's requirement for universal benevolence and selflessness. Finney critiques the negative morality prevalent in society, where individuals are praised for merely avoiding wrongdoing rather than actively seeking the good of others. He warns that many religious practices, if devoid of genuine love and benevolence, are equally abominable to God. Ultimately, he calls for a reevaluation of our motives and actions to align with God's standards rather than societal expectations.

John Chrysostom preaches about the dangers of envy, highlighting how it harms the envious first before causing any harm to others, emphasizing the importance of enduring wrong rather than inflicting it. He discusses the encounter between John the Baptist and the Jews, showcasing John's humility and gentleness in responding to their questions about his identity. John Chrysostom delves into the significance of John the Baptist's testimony about Jesus, pointing out the humility and wisdom in John's acknowledgment of Jesus' superiority and his unworthiness to even untie His sandals.

Zac Poonen preaches about the danger of justifying ourselves like the Pharisees, emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility for our sins and mistakes without blaming others. He contrasts the Pharisee's self-justification with the humility of the thief on the cross who accepted his punishment. Poonen warns that those who justify themselves are on a path to destruction, as Jesus Himself condemned the Pharisees for their hypocrisy. He encourages believers to serve God with gratitude, holy fear, and brotherly love, seeking to cleanse themselves from Phariseeism and walk in godliness and mercy.

Zac Poonen preaches on the greatness of God, emphasizing that while the world sees God's greatness in the marvels of creation, true disciples of Jesus Christ see it in His humility when He came in human flesh to identify with fallen humanity. The sermon delves into the origins of sin through Lucifer's pride, highlighting how Jesus' humility in His life and death was the antidote to sin's poison. Jesus' choice of humble beginnings and His servant-hearted life exemplify true humility, contrasting worldly glory with the humility of God seen in Christ.

David Servant emphasizes that people who truly love God will demonstrate their love through how they live their lives, particularly in how they manage their finances. Just as parents show love by providing for their children and friends show love through acts of kindness, our love for God should be evident in how we use our money. Giving to support God's kingdom and the advancement of His work is a tangible way to express our love for Him, regardless of the amount. God values the proportion of our giving in relation to what we have, rather than the actual dollar amount, highlighting the importance of sacrificial giving.

Zac Poonen shares important truths he has learned in his 40 years as a born-again Christian, emphasizing God's immense love for us, the importance of honesty, cheerful giving, looking unto Jesus for holiness, being continually filled with the Holy Spirit, embracing the way of the cross, disregarding man's opinions, detesting worldly greatness, being prepared for rejection and persecution, receiving all whom God has received, treating every human being with dignity, revealing financial needs only to God, and understanding the superiority of the new covenant. He concludes by urging believers to apply these truths seriously in their daily lives for encouragement and liberation.

John Piper preaches about the cosmic significance of the church of Jesus Christ, emphasizing its mission to display the manifold wisdom of God to the supernatural beings in the heavenly places. He delves into the revelation received by Paul regarding the mystery of Christ, the unification of Jews and Gentiles in the church, and the divine wisdom behind God's plan of redemption. Piper challenges believers to live in hope, maintain unity, and demonstrate God's wisdom through their lives, as the church serves as a cosmic showcase of God's mercy to the watching principalities and powers.

John Piper preaches on the book of Obadiah, the shortest Old Testament book, which delivers a prophecy against Edom and focuses on the vindication of Israel and the establishment of God's kingdom. The prophecy reveals that God's oppressed people should take courage as wrongs will be righted through judgment, and God will rule openly with His people in safety forever. The message emphasizes the consequences of pride, the deceptive nature of pride, God's abomination of pride, the principle of reaping what is sown, and the promise of escape and salvation from God's wrath through humility and trust in Him.

Zac Poonen discusses the four types of backsliders as illustrated in Luke 15: the lost sheep, lost coin, lost younger son, and lost elder son. He emphasizes that backsliding often stems from a lack of fellowship, carelessness within the church, a spirit of independence, and pride. Each type of backslider requires a different approach for restoration, highlighting the importance of discernment and the right attitude towards those who have strayed. Poonen encourages believers to actively seek out and restore the lost while also recognizing the need for humility and repentance in their own lives.

John Newton preaches about the importance of faith, justification, and regeneration according to the Scriptures. He emphasizes the need for a true, active faith in Jesus Christ, differentiating it from mere rational assent. Newton also discusses the contrast between grace and works in attaining acceptance with God, highlighting the necessity of being born again to see the kingdom of God. He addresses the challenges of human nature, the offense of the cross, and the true essence of repentance as a gift from God. Newton concludes with a hope for eternal reunion in the presence of Jesus.

Bob Hoekstra preaches on the importance of humility and the dangers of self-righteousness, as illustrated in the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. The message emphasizes Jesus' teaching that those who exalt themselves will be humbled, while those who humble themselves will be exalted, highlighting the universal principle of contrasting results for pride and humility.

A.W. Pink emphasizes the Christian's relationship with the world, warning believers against conforming to its values and distractions. He explains that the world is an enemy of God, and Christians must resist its allure and focus on spiritual growth through the Scriptures. Pink encourages self-examination to determine if one's heart is truly aligned with God or entangled in worldly desires. He highlights that true faith enables believers to overcome the world and that Christ's sacrifice frees them from its bondage. Ultimately, Pink calls for a separation from worldly influences, urging Christians to find their joy and satisfaction in God alone.