In this sermon, the preacher shares various anecdotes and experiences to emphasize the importance of committing our causes to God. He tells a story about a preacher from Argentina who came to Canada seeking revival but later blamed Democrats for his disappointment. The preacher then decides to teach a series on soul winning, but only two people show up for visitation, revealing their lack of genuine desire. This leads the preacher to conclude that what they truly need is a revival from God. He also highlights the story of Jacob wrestling with God and emphasizes the need to trust and seek God's blessings rather than seeking revenge or getting bitter. The sermon concludes with a mention of John the Baptist's prayerful life in the desert before God revealed his ministry to him.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and authority that God has given to Jesus over all flesh. The preacher highlights the importance of knowing God and Jesus Christ for eternal life. The sermon also addresses the need to put away lying and live a life of righteousness and holiness. The preacher encourages the listeners to be the light of the world and to let their words and actions reflect Jesus. The sermon concludes with a reminder to obey God's commands and to put away bitterness, anger, and evil speaking.

Samuel Logan Brengle emphasizes the transformative power of shouting and praising God, arguing that it can break the devil's hold over individuals and congregations. He illustrates that true praise, fueled by the Holy Spirit, can lead to overwhelming victories in spiritual battles, just as it did for biblical figures like Joshua and Paul. Brengle encourages believers to express their faith through praise, regardless of their circumstances, as it is a vital expression of their relationship with God. He warns against empty noise in worship and calls for genuine, heartfelt praise that reflects a deep connection with the divine. Ultimately, he asserts that praise is not only a privilege but a duty for every believer, both on earth and in heaven.

St. Benedict of Nursia provides detailed instructions on the arrangement of psalmody for the Night and Morning Offices, as well as the remaining Hours, emphasizing the structure of each Hour with specific prayers, hymns, Psalms, lessons, and concluding prayers. He highlights the importance of reciting Psalms, lessons, and prayers in a specific order for Prime, Terce, Sext, None, Vesper, and Compline Offices, whether sung with antiphons for large communities or straight through for smaller groups. St. Benedict's guidance ensures a disciplined and orderly approach to daily prayer and worship.

St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of praising God throughout the day by performing the Offices of service at specific times, fulfilling the sacred number of seven mentioned in Psalms. He encourages offering praise to our Creator for His justice by observing the Morning Office, Prime, Terce, Sext, None, Vespers, and Compline. Additionally, he highlights the significance of rising in the middle of the night to glorify God, as mentioned by the Prophet.

St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of maintaining a structured and reverent Night Office on Sundays, consisting of Psalms, lessons, responsories, canticles, and hymns, all to be conducted with order and devotion. The prescribed order includes the singing of Psalms, reading of lessons, chanting of canticles, and concluding with readings from the Gospels, all while standing in reverence before God. St. Benedict stresses the significance of following this order year-round, with provisions for adjustments if necessary due to unforeseen circumstances.

St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of chanting the Psalms in the monastic community, urging for the full 150 Psalms to be sung every week and restarted each Sunday at the Night Office. He encourages flexibility in the distribution of Psalms among the seven Night Offices if the initial arrangement is unsatisfactory, as long as the full Psalter is maintained. St. Benedict highlights the dedication of the holy Fathers who completed the Psalms and canticles in a single day, contrasting it with the lukewarm commitment of some monastics who fail to fulfill this task within a week.

St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of maintaining a consistent prayer life from Easter until the Calends of November, ensuring that the same number of Psalms are recited as prescribed. During this period, due to the shortness of the nights, lessons are omitted, and instead, one lesson from the Old Testament is recited by heart followed by a short responsory. St. Benedict stresses the significance of reciting at least twelve Psalms at the Night Office, excluding Psalms 3 and 94, to maintain spiritual discipline and devotion.

J.H. Newman addresses the growing sentiment that church services are too long, highlighting the historical context of ancient Christian worship where believers prayed multiple times a day following biblical instructions. The transition from the primitive mode of worship to the current practices in the Church of England was gradual, with changes in the frequency and structure of services over time. The Reformers aimed to adapt the services to the spirit of their age by compressing rituals and incorporating the English language. Newman points out the shift from daily to weekly services since the Reformation, raising concerns about the potential future reduction to monthly services.

C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the necessity of establishing set times for prayer in a Christian's life, arguing that regular prayer is essential for maintaining spiritual vitality. He illustrates this with examples from Daniel and David, advocating for punctuality in prayer as one would have for a meeting with a friend. Additionally, Spurgeon highlights the value of brief, spontaneous prayers that can be offered throughout the day, regardless of one's circumstances, allowing for constant communication with God. He encourages believers to cultivate both the habit and the spirit of prayer, suggesting that while structured prayer is important, the ability to pray at any moment is even more valuable. Ultimately, Spurgeon calls for a life filled with both habitual and spontaneous prayers to deepen one's relationship with God.