Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the transformative power of recognizing Christ's resurrection in the life of believers, particularly through the experience of Peter. He illustrates how Peter's denial and subsequent conversion led to a profound understanding of the necessity of Christ's sacrifice and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. Thomas explains that true Christian living is not about self-effort but about allowing Christ to live through us, highlighting the importance of faith and divine empowerment. He encourages believers to embrace their identity in Christ and to share His life with others, moving beyond mere religious activity to a genuine relationship with the risen Lord.

In this sermon, the speaker criticizes a pastor who prioritizes watching a televised fight over a missionary convention. He emphasizes the importance of hungering for God and having a genuine relationship with Christ, rather than viewing Christianity as merely a social opportunity or insurance against hell. The speaker shares a conversation with a missionary who expresses the need for revival in their alliance. The sermon concludes with a call to examine our actions and determine if they hinder our relationship with God, urging listeners to repent and seek the presence of the Holy Spirit in their lives.

In this sermon, the preacher highlights the busyness and lack of focus in the religious world today. He emphasizes that being constantly busy does not necessarily mean pleasing God. He references the moment when Jesus told Peter and the disciples to go and preach the gospel to every creature, and how they eagerly responded. The preacher then discusses the period of preparation and the promise leading up to Pentecost, where the disciples were called, commissioned, and taught by Jesus. He concludes by suggesting that if today's congregations were as spiritual as the disciples before Pentecost, it would be considered a very spiritual church.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the main purpose of the church, which is to spread the gospel and share the good news of Jesus Christ. He highlights that many Christians are focused on their own survival and spiritual existence rather than reaching out to others. The speaker identifies the three enemies of the church as the world, the flesh, and the devil. He emphasizes the need for the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome these enemies and experience true victory in our lives. The speaker also shares personal anecdotes and encourages the audience to remember who told them about Jesus and to continue spreading the gospel.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses three periods in the disciples' journey after Jesus' departure. The first period is characterized by Jesus intensifying His teaching and preparing the disciples for a new and superior kind of life. The second period is the disciples' preparation, where they stop their activities and focus on getting ready. The third period is the realization, where the Holy Spirit comes upon them suddenly, filling the house they were in. The speaker emphasizes the importance of being together in one place and not being afraid of sudden moves of God.

In this sermon, the speaker presents thirteen key points or "theses" for the evangelical church. The first thesis is about the importance of repentance and how the whole life of a faithful believer should be an act of repentance. The speaker emphasizes the need for true worshipers who are filled with the power of the Holy Spirit. He warns against relying on the sponsorship or approval of influential people and highlights the significance of humility and simplicity in demonstrating true Christianity. The speaker calls for a reformation within the church and urges the youth for Christ to be leaders who set a positive example for others.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the four Gospel endings and the last glimpses they give of Jesus. He emphasizes the divine purpose behind the different perspectives presented in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The preacher highlights the importance of knowing Jesus in all four ways, as the risen Savior, the one who gives signs and miracles, the one who speaks with authority, and the one who loves and forgives. The sermon encourages listeners to deepen their understanding of Jesus through studying the four Gospels.

This sermon delves into the significance of the baptism with the Holy Spirit as a crucial step in the Christian journey, emphasizing the need for believers to be filled with the Spirit to fulfill the mission of spreading the gospel to the ends of the earth. It highlights the importance of recognizing the responsibility and privilege that comes with being baptized with the Holy Spirit, focusing on the call to be witnesses for Christ and the urgency of evangelizing the world.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the loss of fire and power in the church. He shares examples of workers in South America who had lost their fire, but emphasizes that God is willing to renew their strength if they wait on Him. The speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking God's face and confessing the truth about ourselves before Him. He also highlights the need for repentance in preaching, citing examples from John the Baptist, Jesus, and the disciples. The speaker concludes by questioning why the church has lost the understanding of the need for waiting on God and repentance.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the life of Moses and his encounter with God at the burning bush. He highlights how Moses spent 40 years as a prince in Egypt and another 40 years as a shepherd in Midian before God visited him. The speaker emphasizes the importance of consistently seeking God's visitation and preparing oneself for it. He also mentions the significance of meeting with God and being true to Him and to one another. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the power of prayer and waiting upon the Lord.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of multiple witnesses in determining the guilt of a person accused of a crime. He emphasizes the significance of truthful testimony and the impact it can have on a person's judgment. The speaker then shifts to the topic of God's use of imperfect individuals to reveal Himself to the world. He highlights the chosen role of believers in sharing God's message despite their own limitations. The sermon concludes with a reference to the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the infallible proofs of His resurrection, challenging the notion that faith in religious theories requires more faith than accepting scientific facts.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for a witness and testimony of Christ in troubled and confused times. He highlights the current state of the world, including war in the Middle East, the spread of deadly diseases, and the prevalence of the zombie drug culture. The preacher asserts that the hope for the nation lies in preaching Christ in power, just as it was in the book of Acts. He challenges the audience to consider if they are truly glorifying Christ and living out their faith in the midst of the chaos and suffering in the world.

In this sermon, Brother Herb emphasizes the importance of discipline and self-control over our physical bodies. He references Romans 12:1-2, which encourages believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices to God. Brother Herb shares a cautionary tale about a young lady who hastily decides to marry a man she knows nothing about, highlighting the importance of making wise decisions. He then draws a parallel between this story and our own bodies, reminding listeners that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit and should be treated with respect and purity. He challenges believers to examine their actions and desires, urging them to align their lives with God's will.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a passion for lost souls and a desire to see them transformed. He shares the commission given to him by the Lord to make slaves into kings through the preaching of the Word. The preacher also highlights the significance of money in Jesus' teachings, stating that one in every six verses of Jesus' teaching in the gospels is about money. He encourages believers to be faithful stewards and to have a heart like the father in the parable of the prodigal son, rather than being like the elder brother who lacked compassion.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being balanced and focused in our walk with God. He highlights three key aspects: the character, power, and ambition of Christ. The speaker notes that some believers who focus on personal holiness may neglect the mission of evangelizing the lost. He encourages believers to understand and embrace the ambition of Christ, which is to spread the gospel to every nation. The speaker concludes by urging believers to stay focused and balanced in their pursuit of God, holding onto fundamental truths and not being easily swayed.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of listening to the word of God. He highlights how God has communicated with humanity through prophets and ultimately sent his own son, Jesus, to deliver us from the curse of the law. The preacher then discusses the four things that happen when someone is filled with the Holy Spirit: a new consciousness of Christ, a new Christ-likeness of character, a new communicativeness of Christ, and a new look and disposition towards others. He shares a personal anecdote about his mother's devotion to prayer and concludes with a prayer for God's guidance and filling of the spirit. The sermon is based on Acts 2:1-4, which describes the day of Pentecost when the disciples were filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in tongues.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of getting back to the Bible and accepting it as the inspired word of God. The Four Square Gospel message is highlighted as a powerful and transformative message that meets the needs of individuals in spirit, soul, and body. The preacher explains that this message includes salvation through Jesus, healing through Jesus, baptism of the Holy Spirit, and the second coming of Christ. The sermon also references biblical examples and teachings to support the message, such as Jesus' authority and Peter's declaration of Jesus as the Son of God.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of inviting Jesus into our lives to overcome any strongholds that may be holding us back. He shares a personal experience of preaching and witnessing a powerful response from the congregation, with people running to the altar and surrendering to God. The preacher then highlights the importance of doing something for the Lord Jesus Christ and the need for the Holy Spirit to empower us in our soul-winning efforts. He references the prophecy in Joel about the outpouring of the Spirit in the last days and encourages believers to be filled with the Spirit to reveal Jesus to others.

The video emphasizes the need for dedicated individuals to drive the vehicles, run projectors, and cook food in order to distribute powerful gospel literature through film, video, and audio cassette. It highlights the importance of not only Bible teachers and theological graduates, but also dedicated arms and eyes to effectively reach the target audience in today's highly technical world. The video mentions the success of a certain cult in recruiting short-term workers and emphasizes the importance of recognizing the difference between reality and geography in world evangelism. It concludes by emphasizing the need to be good listeners and to prioritize sharing what God is doing in others' lives, as well as the importance of being witnesses to the whole world, regardless of their response.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having three elements in everything we do: facts, interpretation, and a plan. He uses an illustration of a young man being pursued by wolves while skating on a river to illustrate the need for these elements. The speaker also highlights the significance of emotions and how they are not under our control, but can be influenced by what we think about. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of being alert, sensitive, concerned, and burdened as witnesses for Christ, and encourages the audience to actively engage in missions.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of following Jesus and not relying on worldly knowledge or achievements. He highlights the suffering and sacrifice that Jesus endured, from betrayal to crucifixion, as a reminder of the power of God. The preacher challenges the audience to seek the power of God through prayer and surrendering their lives to Him, rather than relying on their own abilities or credentials. He warns against arrogance and pride, urging the audience to humbly follow Jesus as their ultimate example.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being born again in order to understand and enter the kingdom of God. The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in bringing about deliverance and freedom in the Christian experience. The speaker shares a story of a little boy who eagerly wanted to do something for his father and ended up bringing him a glass of water, despite spilling it and getting his thumb in it. This story illustrates the heart of wanting to serve and please God. The sermon also mentions the concept of being clothed with power from heaven through partnership with the Holy Spirit, as described in John 7:37-39.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the promise of the Father, which is a theme that runs throughout the scriptures. They mention testimonies of people who have experienced wholeness and salvation, but emphasize that there is more to it than just that. The speaker then reads various scriptures that point to this promise, including passages from the Old Testament and the New Testament. They highlight the importance of being baptized with the Holy Ghost and with fire, and encourage the listeners to wait in Jerusalem for the power from on high.

In this sermon, the preacher begins by praying for the Holy Spirit to pour out and meet the individual needs of the congregation. The sermon focuses on the book of Acts and how it is not just the Acts of the Apostles, but the continued acts of Jesus. The preacher highlights three things that the Apostles and disciples needed to be effective instruments for Jesus: a spirit-authenticated commission, verification of Jesus' resurrection, and further instruction on the kingdom of God. The sermon concludes by mentioning the fourth thing the disciples needed, which is the baptism with the Holy Spirit.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of demonstrating the power of God through miracles, signs, and wonders. He shares personal experiences of witnessing people falling under the power of God as a sign of His presence. The speaker also mentions Billy Graham's meetings, where the simplicity of his preaching was accompanied by a powerful move of the Holy Spirit, leading many to repentance. The sermon concludes with the speaker recounting his own experience of waiting for God's manifestation and the struggle to maintain faith, ultimately highlighting the need for perseverance and obedience to God's leading.