Edward Payson preaches about the impact of remembering God, highlighting how the recollection of God can evoke either pleasing or painful emotions in individuals. The sermon delves into the reasons why the remembrance of God can be troubling, attributing it to sin as the root cause. It emphasizes that sin is what renders the government and perfections of God objects of terror and anxiety to sinners, making the recollection of God painful. The sermon concludes by urging individuals to embrace the gospel of reconciliation through Christ to find peace and to maintain a steadfast opposition to sin to remember God without being troubled.

Edward Payson preaches about the significance of remembering God, highlighting how the recollection of God can evoke either joy or distress based on our relationship with Him. He delves into the reasons why some find the remembrance of God pleasant while others find it troubling, emphasizing that sin is the root cause of distress when remembering God. Payson explains how sin creates a barrier between individuals and God, leading to feelings of guilt, fear, and enmity towards Him. He concludes by urging sinners to repent and embrace the reconciliation offered through the Gospel of Christ to find peace and joy in remembering God without distress.

A.W. Tozer addresses the detrimental effects of complaining on the soul and the Christian testimony, emphasizing that this sin is often overlooked despite its prevalence. He argues that a complaining heart can always find reasons to be unhappy, whether it be about circumstances, the church, or even God. Tozer points out the illogical nature of a Christian's complaints, as they have chosen to follow Christ freely and can leave at any time, yet they persist in grumbling. This contradiction places them in a morally untenable position, undermining their faith and witness. Ultimately, Tozer calls for self-examination and a shift away from a complaining attitude to one of gratitude and faith.