In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of lasting fruit in the Christian life. He challenges the notion that temporary emotional experiences can be considered as a great move of God. Instead, he highlights the significance of God's work in one's life, which can be recognized by the fruit produced. The speaker then delves into the analogy of building a house on either a rock or sand, explaining that it represents the choice between following the narrow way that leads to heaven or the broad way that leads to destruction. Ultimately, the sermon encourages listeners to examine their lives and determine which path they are on.

In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes the importance of examining oneself to ensure that they are truly in the faith. He gives an example of a pastor encountering a member's 14-year-old daughter on a street corner with bad company, highlighting the responsibility of parents to guide their children in the right path. The pastor argues that true evidence of being a Christian is not just a one-time prayer, but a life that aligns with the will of God. He also discusses the concept of the Christian life as a narrowing path, where believers are transformed and no longer desire the sinful things of the world.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that getting saved is easy, as all one needs to do is believe and pray. However, he also highlights that there are difficult decisions that need to be made in the process. He uses the analogy of a camel passing through the eye of a needle to illustrate the challenge of leaving behind worldly possessions and desires to follow God. The preacher clarifies that being a Christian does not mean being poor or lacking education, but it does require leaving behind worldly hopes and following God wholeheartedly. He urges the audience to examine their faith and ensure that they are truly walking with Christ.

In this sermon, the preacher questions why so many people claim to have encountered Jesus Christ but are not permanently changed. He emphasizes the importance of genuine transformation and warns against repeatedly rededicating one's life without true fruit-bearing. The preacher highlights the need to bear good fruit and warns that those who do not bear fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire. He concludes by urging the audience to build their lives on the rock of Jesus' teachings and not on the shifting sands of the world.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that true Christianity is characterized by the love of God flowing out of one's life and evidence of God's presence within. The sermon is a conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount, where Jesus gives four short parables. The preacher describes two roads, the broad way and the narrow way, representing all of humanity. He also mentions a place for hypocrites and warns of a great collapse, referencing Matthew 24. The preacher shares a personal experience of hopelessness and invites listeners to come forward and seek the Lord if they need to get their lives back on track or if they are unsure of their conversion.

This sermon emphasizes the misconception of a 'middle road' in Christianity where people believe they can do good things in the name of Jesus without fully committing to radical discipleship. The speaker challenges the idea that following Jesus is like playing 'Simon says' where memorization and knowledge suffice, rather than true obedience and action. The message highlights the importance of walking as Jesus walked and not distorting the teachings of Christ to fit personal desires.

In this sermon, the preacher recounts the story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal. He describes how the prophets of Baal tried to awaken their god through their frenzy, but failed. Then, Elijah steps forward and calls upon the Lord, and fire falls from heaven, consuming not only the sacrifice but also the water poured on it. The preacher emphasizes the power and authority of God, highlighting how Elijah, despite being elderly, outran the king's chariot. He also discusses the difficulty for rich men to enter heaven, as they often struggle to identify with the despised and poor. The preacher concludes by urging the congregation to take up their cross and follow Jesus, emphasizing the importance of preaching the truth and not trying to sleep their way into heaven.

In this sermon, the speaker expresses gratitude for the program and the work done by Walt Huntley on a record. He thanks the People's Church and its members for their support and for providing him with a car. The speaker emphasizes the importance of making a decision for Jesus Christ and shares examples of people who have done so in his ministry, such as in South America and South Africa. The sermon concludes with a story about D.L. Moody urging a young man to accept Jesus before going west.

In this sermon, the speaker highlights the importance of ministers of Jesus Christ being willing to confront and address the spiritual condition of individuals in the congregation. He contrasts this approach with the tendency in America for people to be thin-skinned and avoid such confrontations. The speaker emphasizes that genuine love for others involves speaking the truth and holding them accountable. The sermon also discusses the passage from Matthew 7:13-20, where Jesus warns about the narrow gate and the few who find it, and cautions against false prophets. The speaker encourages self-reflection and examination of one's own spiritual fruit as evidence of a genuine relationship with the Lord.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as our Father through Jesus Christ, highlighting the connection between caring for all forms of suffering on earth and the eternal consequences of heaven and hell. It challenges believers to embody the golden rule by empathizing, self-renouncing, and joyfully generous actions towards others, while also acknowledging the reality of eternal suffering for those who do not embrace the gospel.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of reaching out to the lost with the gospel, highlighting the need for repentance and the consequences of rejecting God's salvation. It calls for a return to passionate, uncompromising preaching that convicts hearts and leads to true transformation through Christ's sacrifice on the cross.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing Jesus as Lord and the implications of that. He highlights the danger of merely calling Jesus Lord without actually obeying His teachings. The speaker uses the analogy of building a house on a solid foundation versus building one without a foundation. Those who come to Jesus, hear His words, and put them into practice are compared to the wise man who builds his house on rock, while those who do not obey His words are compared to the foolish man who builds his house on the ground. The message encourages believers to not only have knowledge of the Bible and live a good life, but to truly know and follow Jesus in their daily lives.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Matthew 7:13-14 and its context. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between destruction and life, heaven and hell. The speaker explains that those who hear the teachings of Jesus and act upon them are saved, while those who hear but do not act upon the word are destroyed. He uses the analogy of a pig and a man to illustrate the natural inclination towards sin and the need for genuine conversion. The overall message is a warning about the consequences of not building one's life upon the teachings of Jesus and the importance of genuine faith and obedience.

In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal testimony of a near-death experience and his encounter with hell. He describes his troubled past, including time spent in prison and a dysfunctional family life. He recounts being in a hospital room and suddenly finding himself in a place of fire and torment, which he identifies as hell. He vividly describes the agony and pain he witnessed in the faces of those in the flames, and how they called out to him to warn him of the hopelessness and lack of escape in that place.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of fully surrendering to Christ after conversion. They encourage the audience to yield their souls, bodies, minds, and brains to Jesus in a careful and unemotional manner. The speaker highlights the power of God's love to cleanse, fill, renew, and sanctify believers. They also discuss the concept of divine election in Christ, using the Greek language to explain its meaning and significance. The sermon concludes with an exploration of the verb "hath elected" and its profound implications.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of entering through the straight gate, which represents Jesus Christ as the only way to heaven. He highlights that conservative Baptists firmly believe in this biblical truth. The preacher explains that salvation is a supernatural work of God, transforming believers into new creations. He emphasizes that true believers will begin to walk in the narrow way, even if they stumble at times, and God will lovingly discipline them to keep them on the right path. The sermon also includes a personal anecdote about a girl who had destroyed her life but was confronted with the reality that she had already heard the gospel and needed to make a personal decision for salvation.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not avoiding the harsh realities of life and the dangers that exist. He argues that it is not loving to entertain people with pleasing words, but rather to confront them with the truth. The preacher then focuses on the concept of a utopia and explains that it is impossible to achieve as long as evil and sin exist. He highlights the need to eliminate evil, represented by Satan, in order to create a new creation of righteousness. The sermon concludes with a discussion of the judgment of Satan and the promise of extraordinary things after death.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of living a holy life in order to enter heaven. He mentions that God's people in glory will continue to serve Him and see His face. The preacher shares a personal story about struggling with sin and realizing the need for God's grace. He emphasizes that the truth about one's spiritual condition can only be revealed by the Holy Spirit, and not through worldly sources like newspapers or schools.

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.

Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes that Christianity has not been found wanting, but rather it has been tried and rejected due to its challenging nature. He warns against the misconception that the faith has failed, asserting that the difficulty of living out Christian principles leads many to turn away. Ravenhill calls for a deeper understanding and commitment to the true essence of Christianity, which requires perseverance and dedication.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of acting upon the word of God and not just hearing it. He emphasizes the need to stand on the foundation of God's word and reject sinful motivations. The preacher encourages believers to live a lifestyle that pleases God and not be swayed by selfishness and worldly desires. He also highlights the distinction between the wise and foolish virgins, urging listeners to be wise and attentive to the trumpet call of God. The sermon concludes with a reminder to love one another and to build our lives on the truth of the Bible.

The sermon transcript discusses three truths about the punishment of the wicked: it will be easily inflicted, most dreadful in its character, and most inevitable. The speaker addresses those who may not believe in a future judgment, reminding them that if they profess to be Christian and believe in the Bible, they must also believe in the wrath to come and the general judgment. The sermon emphasizes the importance of contemplating the gloomy subject of judgment now rather than facing despair and condemnation later. The speaker concludes by acknowledging that while some may be blessed by the message, many will reject it, but it is the duty of the preacher to proclaim the truth and warn of the consequences of ungodliness.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of receiving revelation from the Word of God and being open to new teachings that may challenge old traditions. The speaker encourages the audience to listen to the entire series of tapes in order to fully understand and apply the teachings. The speaker also mentions the power of prayer and witnessing, sharing personal experiences of seeing people set free through prayer. The sermon concludes with a reminder to be honest and open about our own weaknesses and sins in order to better understand the powers of darkness.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of loving God with all our heart, soul, and strength, and loving our neighbor as ourselves. He emphasizes that these teachings are not his own, but come from the Lord. The preacher also highlights the need for individuals to recognize their own depravity and enmity against God in order to become a true Christian. He emphasizes that entering the straight gate, which represents salvation, is a difficult task that requires individuals to let go of their idols and cherished sins. The preacher encourages his audience to be faithful in proclaiming the truth and seeking God's visitation through prayer. The sermon is based on the seventh chapter of the Gospel of Matthew.

This sermon addresses the issue of false prophets and wolves in sheep's clothing within the church, highlighting how some individuals exploit others for personal gain, deceive through manipulation, and lack genuine repentance when caught. It emphasizes the importance of discerning false prophets who seek to profit from believers and warns against those who borrow money without intention to repay. The message also delves into the concept of the narrow gate, illustrating the challenging path to life and the need for individual commitment to wholeheartedness and spiritual growth.