In this sermon, the speaker recounts his experience of hand-delivering a book to a Jewish man named Mr. Sherman. Despite the speaker's hopes for a face-to-face conversation, Mr. Sherman never responded to the book. Feeling discouraged, the speaker began writing an essay on the necessity of violence to awaken Jewish consciousness. However, a believer reminded him that God was emptying him of self-confidence and filling him with divine enablement. The speaker emphasizes the need for the church to rely on the resurrected and ascended Christ, rather than their own efforts, and concludes with a reference to Romans chapter 11.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God is not stingy, angry, or unkind, but rather merciful and gracious. He loves to work miracles and save people. However, it is important to understand that God is also a holy God and not just a JCPenny catalog or Santa Claus. The sermon highlights the transformation that Jesus brings to people's lives, helping them overcome patterns of anger and confessing their sins. The preacher also mentions the power of prayer and the importance of repentance and yielding to God. The sermon concludes by expressing gratitude for the unity and answered prayers in the church and the anticipation of further teachings on grace and holiness.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the theme of transformation from Simon to Peter. He highlights the objectivity and honesty of the scripture writers in portraying the faults and failures of important figures. The sermon specifically looks at the story of Peter's denial of Jesus and his subsequent realization of his sin. The speaker emphasizes the importance of watching and praying, walking by faith, and witnessing as a follower of Christ to avoid falling into sin.

This sermon delves into the story of Jesus facing the Sanhedrin, highlighting the significance of surrendering to God and the consequences of denying Him. It emphasizes the importance of repentance, acknowledging one's mistakes, and seeking forgiveness to experience restoration and victory in the Christian walk.

In this sermon, the preacher expresses concern over the decline of morality in society and the loss of the moral voice. He shares a personal story of a surgeon who went back to the operating table in the middle of the night to save a patient, highlighting the dedication and sacrifice required in serving others. The preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing that the liberties of a nation are a gift from God and warns of the consequences of disregarding God's justice. He also discusses the need for consistency between one's profession of faith and their actions, citing the example of people who claim to know God but deny Him through their behavior. The sermon concludes with a call to stand up for one's faith and to protest against actions that go against God's principles.

David Servant delves into the intense trial of Jesus before the Jewish council, where false witnesses were inconsistent in their testimonies, revealing a glimpse of true justice among some council members. Despite the desperate attempts to find Jesus guilty of blasphemy, the evidence presented actually confirmed His claim of deity and His prediction of death and resurrection. Jesus' silence and eventual affirmation of being the Messiah and Son of God led to His condemnation by the majority, who mocked and abused Him. Meanwhile, Peter's denial of Jesus fulfilled prophecy, showing the weakness of human resolve in the face of fear and pressure.

K.P. Yohannan reflects on the struggles of regret and guilt that often plague believers, using Peter's denial of Christ as a poignant example. Despite Peter's earlier declaration of faith and his close relationship with Jesus, he found himself in despair after denying the very One he vowed to follow. This sermon emphasizes the universal human experience of questioning our failures and the weight of guilt that can overshadow our lives. Yet, it also reassures us that through genuine repentance, we can encounter God's incredible mercy and grace, lifting the burden of our past mistakes.

John Follette delves into the story of Jesus appearing to His disciples by the Sea of Tiberias in John 21:1-18, emphasizing the profound wisdom and tact displayed by Jesus in His interactions. He explores the disciples' mindset of disappointment and confusion after Jesus' death and resurrection, revealing their struggle to understand the spiritual nature of His teachings amidst their Kingdom-focused expectations. The sermon highlights Peter's boastful declaration of loyalty to Jesus, illustrating the importance of genuine faith over extravagant prayers and the need for humility and self-denial in following Christ.

J.R. Miller reflects on the tragic denial of Jesus by Peter, a man who was deeply devoted and favored among the apostles. Despite his strong faith and close relationship with Jesus, Peter's self-confidence led to his downfall, as he failed to remain vigilant and instead sought comfort among those who opposed Christ. His denial was compounded by his decision to follow Jesus from a distance and to mingle with those who would challenge his loyalty. Yet, amidst Peter's failure, the unwavering love and grace of Jesus shone through, demonstrating that even in our weakest moments, God's compassion can restore us. Ultimately, it was the look of Jesus that brought Peter back from despair.