In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being a person of integrity and using one's unique gifts and message in preaching. He encourages preachers to not be imitators or echoes, but to teach their own lessons and allow God's truth to flow through them. The speaker also highlights Jesus as the ultimate example of a shepherd who fed and led people. He references the story of David being chosen by God to become a shepherd and how he fed and guided God's people with integrity and skillfulness. The sermon concludes with a story about a vocational guidance test and the importance of embracing one's calling.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of faith and belief in God. He criticizes the dangerous teaching that focuses on material wealth and encourages believers to trust in God's provision. The preacher shares examples of how God has provided for him and others in times of need, even using non-believers to bless them. He highlights the significance of believing in the gospel and having faith in God's ability to lead, bless, and use believers in their Christian work. The sermon references Bible verses such as Galatians 5:6, 1 John 4, Mark 6, and Hebrews 4 to support these teachings.

This sermon emphasizes the danger of limiting the work of God in our lives through unbelief, restrictions, and attempts to control or manipulate God's message. It highlights the importance of being open to God's Spirit, allowing Him to work freely in and through us, and not putting limitations on what God desires to do. The speaker urges the congregation to seek a deeper surrender to God, to be willing vessels for His power and truth in a world that desperately needs it.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the theme of spiritual enlargement through the biblical account of Elisha succeeding Elijah, highlighting the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit to maintain the testimony of Jesus. He draws parallels between the Old Testament stories and the New Testament, illustrating how God's call for fullness and enlargement applies to the Church today. Sparks discusses three key incidents: the widow's oil, Naaman's healing, and the sons of the prophets, each demonstrating the necessity of being empty vessels for God's abundant work. He urges believers to embrace a broader vision and ministry, free from limitations and exclusivity, to fulfill their calling in Christ. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper understanding of spiritual fullness and the expansive nature of God's grace.

Jon Courson preaches about the dangers of unbelief, using the example of Jesus being limited in performing miracles in Nazareth due to the people's lack of faith. Unbelief blinds our eyes to the obvious works of God, poisons our hearts with cynicism towards believers, and robs us of the joy that comes from experiencing God's miracles. The antidotes for unbelief include prayer for enlightenment, seeing people through God's eyes to combat bitterness, and speaking God's promises to release faith and witness His mighty works.

F.B. Meyer discusses the paradox of Josiah's death, which was prophesied to be peaceful yet ended in conflict due to his own choices. He emphasizes that while God desires to bless His people, their actions and unbelief can lead to missed blessings and consequences. Meyer warns against having an 'evil heart of unbelief' that can frustrate God's purposes for our lives. He reminds us that God's plans for us are often greater than we can imagine, but we must not limit Him through our own decisions. Ultimately, we have the choice to align with God's will for a life of peace or to face the repercussions of our own folly.

David Wilkerson emphasizes the profound truth that many believers, including himself, do not truly know God as He desires to be known. He reflects on how God sought to teach His people throughout history, yet they often limited Him through doubt and unbelief. Wilkerson points out that while we may trust God in many areas, we often hold back in specific aspects of our lives, failing to let Him be God to us. He urges believers to spend quality time in prayer, allowing God to reveal His ways and to fully trust Him with all our needs. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper relationship with God, one that transcends mere rituals and embraces true intimacy.

Joseph Philpot preaches about the rejection of Christ by His own people due to hypocrisy, self-righteousness, and worldliness, despite their outward religious practices. He emphasizes the sovereignty of God in determining who receives Christ and the instrumental causes that influence hearts. Philpot delves into the distinct classes of characters - those who receive Christ and those who do not, highlighting the happiness and privilege of those who receive Him. He explores the reasons behind the rejection of Christ, such as blindness, self-righteousness, worldliness, and unbelief, while also discussing the secret causes that lead some to receive Him, including the quickening work of God's Spirit and the manifestation of fruits of faith.

David Wilkerson emphasizes the danger of limiting God, as expressed in Psalms 78:41, where believers confine Christ to their own limited understanding and circles. He illustrates this by recounting how the early church restricted Jesus to the Jewish population and how Pentecostals once believed they held the exclusive baptism of the Holy Spirit. Wilkerson shares his personal journey of recognizing God's work beyond traditional boundaries, including among Catholics, and stresses that God’s Spirit is not confined to any one group. He urges believers to expand their view of God and recognize that He is at work in diverse places and among various people. Ultimately, we must avoid representing Jesus as small and instead embrace His vastness and inclusivity.

Chuck Smith explores the theme of 'Limiting God' in his sermon based on Psalms 78:41, emphasizing how sin, unbelief, and cowardice can restrict God's power and presence in our lives. He illustrates how sin can mar our vessels, referencing figures like Samson and Saul, and highlights the consequences of rebellion and forgetting God's works. Smith also discusses the danger of unbelief, pointing out how the Israelites questioned God's ability despite witnessing His miracles, and how this skepticism can hinder ministry effectiveness. Lastly, he addresses the impact of cowardice in facing challenges, urging believers to trust in God's unexhausting resources.

D.L. Moody discusses how the people of Israel limited the power of God by vexing and grieving the Holy Spirit through their rebellion and disobedience. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing the special sin against the Holy Spirit, which hinders God's work in our lives. Moody calls for self-examination and repentance to avoid such limitations and to fully embrace the power of the Holy Spirit.