In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a green thumb and the art of polishing stones. He compares these skills to the art of preaching and teaching the word of God. The speaker also shares a personal experience in an African village, highlighting the need for godly families as a standard against the enemy. The sermon concludes with the speaker expressing gratitude for the journey they have been on and the impact it has had on their faith.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being called by God to be a teacher of the Scriptures. He shares his personal experience of being called by God to be a teacher and highlights the responsibility and accountability that comes with this role. The speaker also discusses the difference between the way men and women think and encourages listeners to be part of the solution rather than contributing to the problem. The sermon concludes with a warning from the book of Malachi about the consequences of not solving family problems and a reminder to seek God for guidance and faithfulness in fulfilling one's role.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of being prepared for the future, focusing on the significance of prophecy in directing and guiding people. It highlights the need to walk with God, preach against sin, and be fearless in the face of trials and persecution. The message encourages believers to trust in God's protection, live with eternity in view, and be filled with the Holy Spirit to face the challenges of the last days.

Zac Poonen emphasizes the critical message of repentance as preached by John the Baptist, urging the church to prepare for the second coming of Christ. He highlights the need for a genuine change of heart towards sin, warning against the dangers of a faith that lacks true repentance. Poonen stresses the responsibility of fathers to guide their children spiritually, asserting that the church cannot replace parental guidance in leading children to Christ. He calls for a baptism of fire, which signifies a deep, transformative experience with the Holy Spirit, essential for true discipleship. The sermon serves as a wake-up call for believers to take their spiritual lives seriously and to seek a genuine relationship with God.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of repentance and preparing our hearts to receive Christ, drawing parallels to John the Baptist's ministry of preparing the way for Jesus. It highlights the need for genuine repentance, understanding the seriousness of sin, and the danger of neglecting the message of turning from sin. The sermon stresses the significance of fathers taking responsibility for their children's spiritual upbringing and the necessity of being baptized in the fire of God for true transformation and spiritual growth.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of being spiritually prepared for Christ's return, drawing parallels between the need for readiness during Christ's first coming and the current state of many Christians. It highlights the ministry of John the Baptist as a model for preparing hearts for the Lord, focusing on being great in the sight of the Lord rather than men. The sermon challenges believers to prioritize holiness, unity, and readiness for Christ's return over worldly desires and superficial aspects of faith.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of preaching the word of God with boldness and authority. He highlights the significance of understanding the redemptive saga and the role of Elijah in the conclusion of God's plan. The speaker also addresses the need for believers to be willing to suffer and endure anguish in order to attain corporate life in Christ. He shares a personal experience in Brooklyn where his preaching had a profound impact on a Pentecostal church, leading the pastor's wife to question her own salvation. The speaker concludes by expressing his desire to not only explain the mystery of God but also to reflect and embody it in his own life.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of training children in a godly way, highlighting the need for parents to step into their role with faith and dedication, trusting in God's ability to equip them for this task. It encourages parents to believe in God's provision and guidance in raising their children, emphasizing the significance of following biblical principles and disciplines in child training as a holy art. The speaker urges parents to focus on nurturing a godly seed, aligning with God's heart for families and seeking revival through dedicated parenting.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a rebuilder in life. He uses the analogy of a child rebuilding their sandcastle after it has been destroyed to illustrate the concept. The preacher then goes on to discuss seven goals of a rebuilder, including seeking after God, finding contentment in Christ, and strengthening marriage. He also mentions the power of using one's own tragedy to build a life message and testimony for others. The sermon encourages listeners to rebuild their lives with the grace of God and to focus on the positive aspects of the church and each other rather than pointing out flaws.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of being part of the remnant in the last days, just like those who were ready for the first coming of Christ. It highlights the need to prepare for Christ's second coming by examining the examples of Joseph, Mary, Zacharias, Elizabeth, Simeon, Anna, the shepherds, and even non-Jewish believers who were ready for Christ's arrival. The sermon stresses the significance of living by conscience, surrendering to God, and being part of a church that prepares people for the Lord's return.

This sermon delves into the significance of Jesus Christ's return to earth and the completion of redemption. It explores the signs mentioned in Matthew 24 and Luke 21, pointing to the fig tree as a symbol of Israel and the importance of bearing spiritual fruit. The sermon emphasizes the need for believers to be part of the Body of Christ, working together in local churches to prepare for the second coming of Christ amidst the contrasting images of Jerusalem and Babylon in the last days.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the 14th chapter of the book of Zechariah, which is divided into four sections. The first section focuses on the capture of the city of Jerusalem, with four events that occur in connection with it. The second section highlights the Lord's intervention, with four things that happen when the Lord intervenes. The third section discusses the physical changes that will take place in Jerusalem and Palestine in the future. Lastly, the fourth section explores the new order of things that will be inaugurated after Jesus Christ takes over the reins of government. The speaker emphasizes the importance of studying and understanding these prophecies, which are also discussed in his book "Prophecy, What Lies Ahead."

In this sermon, the speaker recounts a powerful experience of preaching the word of God on a university campus. The Christians organized a series of meetings, using unconventional methods to attract attention, such as putting up signs that said "cats is coming." Despite initial skepticism, the meetings drew a large audience, and the speaker reflects on the importance of examining the ministry of someone who can bring judgment upon a nation with a single sentence. The sermon emphasizes the need for repentance and true devotion to God in the face of opposition and apostasy.

This sermon emphasizes the need for believers to be vessels of God's love and compassion, especially towards a generation that is lost and hurting. It highlights the importance of being empowered by the Holy Spirit to reach out to those in despair, to break the cycle of death and sorrow, and to demonstrate the love of Christ through actions and words. The speaker calls for a revival of souls, a reviving of the church, and a readiness to be part of God's victorious army in bringing hope and healing to a broken world.

This sermon delves into the book of Malachi, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness, purity, and reverence in serving God. It highlights the need for leaders to have a burden from the Lord, to be faithful in marriage, and to raise godly children. The sermon also contrasts Old Testament practices like tithing with New Testament principles of offering our bodies as living sacrifices. It concludes with a call to prepare for the coming of the Lord and to bridge generational gaps in families.

In this sermon, Dr. Ironside discusses the "Four Hundred Silent Years," which refers to the intertestamental period between the Old and New Testaments. He explains that during this time, there was a significant cultural and religious shift that Jesus had to navigate when he began his ministry. The sermon provides a brief account of the developments and changes that occurred during those four hundred years, helping to understand the context in which Jesus lived and preached. The sermon also emphasizes the hope and assurance that Christians have in the resurrection and the victory over death that Jesus achieved.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a rebuilder in one's life. He uses the analogy of a child rebuilding their sandcastle after it has been destroyed to illustrate the concept. The preacher then goes on to discuss seven goals of a rebuilder, including seeking after God, finding contentment in Christ, and strengthening marriage. He also mentions the power of using one's own tragedy to build a life message and testimony for others. The sermon concludes with the preacher expressing surprise at the positive response to a series on marriage and divorce, and the intention to continue addressing these topics.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the urgent call of the Holy Spirit to the church in this generation, highlighting the simultaneous rise of both revival and crisis as we approach the Lord's return. He discusses the need for a deeper commitment to prayer, holiness, and caring for the marginalized, particularly the fatherless, while also warning against complacency in faith. Bickle encourages believers to embrace their identity as the bride of Christ and to actively participate in the growing prayer movement, which he believes will be the greatest in history. He calls for a radical shift in how the church expresses its faith, focusing on the supremacy of Jesus and the importance of intercession.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the significance of understanding the main people and events in the end times as outlined in the Bible, highlighting that Jesus has a brilliant plan for the future that includes both great revival and severe judgment. He believes that many in the audience may witness these events in their lifetime, urging preparation for both the challenges and the glory that will come. Bickle discusses the importance of being forerunners, preparing oneself and others for the unique dynamics of the end times, including the rise of the Antichrist and the simultaneous outpouring of the Holy Spirit. He reassures that while there will be persecution, the focus should be on the victory of God's kingdom and the revival that will precede Christ's return. The sermon concludes with a call to embrace the revelation of Jesus as the bridegroom and to engage in prayer and works of justice in anticipation of His coming.

David Servant discusses the Gospel of John, believed to have been written between AD 90-100 by the apostle John, to supplement the accounts found in the other Gospels. John's purpose was to fill in the gaps and provide unique information not found in the other three Gospels. The Gospel emphasizes Jesus as the eternal Word of God, the Creator, and God Himself, warning against teachings that diminish His divinity. John the Baptist, fulfilling prophecies, recognized Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, emphasizing His sacrificial death for all. The narrative also highlights Andrew's spiritual hunger, leading him to introduce his brother, Simon Peter, to Jesus, who transformed Simon into Peter, symbolizing a transformation in all believers.

Derek Melton delivers a powerful sermon on the importance of having a smiting fear of the Lord to combat the rampant sensuality and lawlessness in today's world. He emphasizes that only the fear of the Lord can truly turn the hearts of rebellious sinners to God, citing examples from Saul's conversion to the impact of Jonathan Edwards' sermon 'Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God'. Melton calls for a revival of this smiting fear in the Church, highlighting the need for ministers to preach the confrontational and piercing Truth of God's Word with passion and fire, just like Peter did on the day of Pentecost.

Favell Lee Mortimer delves into the time of the Lord's temptation, focusing on John the Baptist's role in preparing the way for Jesus. Despite being mistaken for the promised Savior, John humbly declares he is not the Christ, Elijah, or any risen prophet, but simply a voice crying in the wilderness. He points to Jesus as the Lamb of God, emphasizing His sacrificial role in taking away the sins of the world, highlighting the immense power of His blood to cleanse all who come to Him.

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the honor God bestows on those who honor Him, using John the Baptist as an example of someone greatly honored by Christ. Jesus emphasizes the importance of spiritual insight over worldly splendor, highlighting how those who believe in Him have a deeper understanding of salvation than even John did. He warns about the violence the kingdom of heaven faces from worldly persecutors and affirms John as the fulfillment of the prophecy regarding Elijah's return, despite the disbelief of many. This passage serves as a reminder to evaluate the impact of faithful preaching on our hearts and urges us to earnestly strive for salvation despite the challenges we may face.

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes that the division between the Old Testament and the New Testament occurs at the cross of Christ, not between Malachi and Matthew. Each Gospel portrays Christ in a distinct role: Matthew as the King, Mark as Jehovah's servant, Luke as the perfect human, and John as the Son of God. The message of the 'kingdom of heaven' in Matthew's Gospel is directed towards Israel, focusing on repentance and righteous living in preparation for the earthly Davidic kingdom. The legal requirements presented in the Sermon on the Mount are meant to condition life in the future earthly kingdom, distinct from the message of grace in the New Testament.

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the joy Zacharias felt upon hearing the angel's message about his promised son, John the Baptist, who was to be great in the sight of the Lord. John was to be a Nazarite, separated unto the Lord, and filled with the Holy Spirit to turn many of the children of Israel to God. The angel also prophesied that John would go before the Lord in the spirit and power of Elijah, resembling him in faithfulness, courage, and success. The most significant part of the message was the promise of the Savior's imminent arrival, emphasizing the need for hearts to be turned towards God by faithful preachers before His coming.