In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jesus calming the storm and casting out unclean spirits. He emphasizes the importance of Jesus using parables to teach the multitude and then explaining the meaning to his disciples. The preacher highlights the encounter with the demon-possessed man and how Jesus recognized the man's desire for deliverance. He also emphasizes the need for believers to not overlook individuals who may seem too far gone, but to have compassion and reach out to them.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prudence and caution when introducing new things into the church. He warns against being influenced by indiscreet zeal and rushing into actions without proper preparation. The speaker uses the analogy of a farmer preparing his field and a wise builder planning a structure to illustrate the need for a comprehensive view and orderly approach in the work of the ministry. He also highlights the significance of unity and order in the visible church, drawing references from 1 Corinthians 12 and Romans 12. The speaker suggests that if the rules of Christian charity, meekness, gentleness, and prudence had been observed more diligently, the progress of the church would have been greater.