In this sermon, the speaker tells a story about a man who breaks the law by driving drunk and is caught and imprisoned. The man's father pays his fine and sets him free out of love. The speaker uses this story to illustrate the attitude the son should have towards his father and the law. He emphasizes that the son should be grateful and live a life that pleases his father, as the father's sacrifice has satisfied the law. The speaker also criticizes false converts who try to impress others with outward displays of faith, rather than having a genuine inward transformation. The sermon concludes with a discussion of the parable of the sower from the Bible, highlighting the importance of truly listening and understanding God's word.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the parable of the sower found in the Bible. The main purpose of this parable is to emphasize the importance of genuine conversion and the preparation of the heart to receive the gospel. The preacher highlights that many people may hear the word of God, but not all will be effectively impacted by it, leading to eternal damnation. The sermon also emphasizes the need for believers to communicate the true message of God and preach what Christ would preach.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of believers working diligently in God's vineyard. He encourages the audience to believe in the imminent return of the Lord and the need for people from all nations to hear the gospel and be saved. The preacher also highlights the parabolic teachings of Jesus, particularly the parable of the Sower, as foundational lessons for understanding deeper spiritual truths. He emphasizes the need for believers to present a perfect account of their ministry to God, focusing on the importance of teaching the truth as it is in God rather than simply entertaining or pleasing the audience.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of the feeding of the 5,000, a story found in all four gospels. He emphasizes that this event is a sign, pointing to something greater. The preacher also highlights the importance of the words of institution, where Jesus took, blessed, broke, and gave the bread, foreshadowing the Eucharist. He emphasizes that Jesus takes our little and adds it with God's abundance, showing that even our small offerings can lead to great things. The preacher also references Psalm 107, which speaks of God satisfying the hungry and thirsty, further illustrating the theme of God's abundance and provision.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the significance of a broken heart in the Christian faith, illustrating that true brokenness cannot be achieved through human effort but is a divine work initiated by Jesus. He explains that a broken heart is essential for receiving God's word and experiencing spiritual transformation, contrasting it with hard, offended, and crowded hearts that hinder spiritual growth. The preacher encourages believers to acknowledge their guilt and need for God's mercy, asserting that true freedom and righteousness come from admitting one's brokenness before God. Ultimately, he calls for a heart posture that is humble and receptive to God's healing presence.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the dangers of worldly distractions in his sermon 'Thorns That Choke the Word,' focusing on the parable of the sower from Mark 4. He explains how the worries of life, deceitfulness of riches, and desires for other things can choke the Word of God, rendering it unfruitful in our lives. Beach encourages believers to seek first the Kingdom of God and to be patient as God cultivates fruitfulness in their lives, which reflects the character of Christ. He warns against the subtlety of these thorns, urging the congregation to prioritize their relationship with God over material concerns. Ultimately, he calls for a heart that longs for Christ above all else, ensuring that the seed of God's Word bears abundant fruit.