In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of following God's rules and the consequences of violating them. He uses the story of Tamar, who was publicly humiliated and expelled from her home after being raped by Amnon. The preacher emphasizes that Tamar was not at fault and highlights the abhorrence and hatred that Amnon felt towards her. The sermon also touches on the power of emotions and how skilled speakers can manipulate them to influence people. The preacher concludes by referencing the story of David and Nathan, where David's anger is kindled against a wealthy man who unjustly takes a poor man's lamb, illustrating the importance of justice and compassion.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of faith that breaks the dominion of sin in our lives, particularly focusing on the need for faith to save us from sexual immorality. It highlights the battle against sexual temptation and the imperative to abstain from these passions that wage war against the soul. The sermon also stresses the need for believers to equip themselves with prayer, pursue faith, love, and peace, and remember the agonies of Christ for sexual sin to maintain intimacy with the Lord.

James Bourne, in a letter to Mr. Nunn in Maidstone, August 1834, expresses his struggles with doubts about his own honesty and the fear of darkness at the end, yet finds comfort in the embrace of the Lord during spiritual conflicts. He reflects on the deep fear of God, the war against sin, and the need for brokenness to hear joy and gladness. Bourne emphasizes the importance of true filial fear, the sanctification process through trials, and the necessity of having conversations aligned with heaven. He concludes with a focus on divine charity, humility, and the burden for the church amidst afflictions.

David Wilkerson emphasizes the challenge of self-forgiveness, illustrating this struggle through the life of King David, who, despite being forgiven by God, grappled with guilt and lost his joy. Wilkerson highlights that even when sins are forgiven, the burden of self-condemnation can persist, leading to a loss of joy in one's spiritual life. He also shares the transformative experience of Hudson Taylor, who learned that true faith and joy come from resting in God's promises rather than striving for them. Ultimately, the sermon encourages believers to accept God's forgiveness and extend that grace to themselves, allowing the joy of the Lord to flourish in their lives.

Thomas Watson preaches about how the worst things, such as afflictions, temptations, desertions, and sins, can be overruled by God for the good of His people. He explains how afflictions work for good by teaching valuable lessons, refining character, and drawing believers closer to God. Similarly, temptations are turned into opportunities for prayer, self-examination, and reliance on Christ's strength. Desertions lead to a deeper appreciation of God's presence and a longing for heaven. Even the sense of sinfulness in the godly serves to humble, purify, and drive believers to seek God more fervently.