In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of obedience in experiencing blessings from God. He shares a story of a convention where many people initially volunteered for foreign missions, but only one person actually followed through. The speaker challenges the audience to honestly and sincerely respond to God's call, highlighting the need for action and service. He also discusses the concept of having reservations in one's consecration to God and encourages listeners to fully surrender to Him.

In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing Mark 16 and Luke 1 from the Bible. He highlights how Jesus reproached his disciples for their lack of belief in his resurrection and then commanded them to preach the gospel to the world. The speaker also mentions that some versions of the Bible omit miracles and end with Jesus' death on the cross, portraying him as a good man and advocate of peace. However, the speaker emphasizes that the Bible is truly all about Jesus and explores the significance of his ministry and his role as the Son of God.

Major Ian Thomas explores the significance of the Feast of the Passover, emphasizing the contrast between the crowd's enthusiastic welcome of Jesus as a prophet and their later rejection of Him as King. He highlights how Jesus, despite the acclaim, was focused on cleansing the temple, demonstrating that true commitment to Christ requires more than mere outward expressions of faith. Thomas warns against superficial commitments that do not engage the heart, stressing that Jesus is not impressed by public acclaim if it lacks genuine faith. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper understanding of commitment to Christ, one that mirrors Christ's own commitment to the Father.

John Nelson Darby discusses the distinct characteristics and purposes of the first three Gospels, emphasizing that Mark presents a chronological account of Christ's service, while Matthew focuses on the presentation of Jesus as the Messiah and the implications of His rejection. He notes that Luke, while generally following Mark's order, includes moral teachings that are unique to his Gospel. Darby highlights the importance of understanding the genealogies and the context of Christ's ministry, particularly in relation to Israel's expectations and the establishment of the church. He concludes that the Gospels collectively reveal the nature of Christ's mission and the unfolding of God's plan for humanity.