In this sermon, the preacher talks about the challenges and struggles faced by believers in the world. He emphasizes the importance of being anointed by the Holy Spirit and refers to the story of Samson as a type of the spirit anointed man. The preacher also mentions an incident from the eighth and ninth chapters of Acts where preachers were beaten up by demons after trying to cast them out. He criticizes the practice of begging for funds and highlights the need for Christians to live holy lives in an unholy world. The preacher expresses his frustration with boring church services and calls for the Holy Spirit to bring life and excitement to meetings.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing God in our lives. He refers to Psalm 14:1, where it says that the fool says in his heart, "there is no God." However, the preacher suggests that the fool actually means "there is no God for me," indicating a lack of personal recognition of God. The preacher then presents a prescription for lasting joy, which includes recognizing God, desiring God, walking with God, talking to God, and trusting in God. He concludes by urging the congregation to have a personal relationship with Christ and to find complete satisfaction in Him.

H.J. Vine preaches about the significance of recognizing ourselves as the House of God, emphasizing the importance of truth, spirituality, and holiness within the assembly. He highlights Jesus Christ as the Corner Stone and Headstone of the House, where spiritual sacrifices of praise and thanksgiving are offered. Vine encourages believers to find rest in the fact that Christ, as the Son over the House, is ceaselessly looking after it and will care for it to the end, ensuring that God's pleasure prospers in His hand.

Martin Luther delves into the importance of honoring God's Name and the Second Commandment, emphasizing that all works must be done in faith to truly honor and magnify God's glory. He highlights the significance of praising, preaching, and singing to exalt God's Name, stating that this work greatly strengthens faith and pleases God. Luther stresses the need to honor God's Name in the heart with genuine faith, rather than through mere outward displays, as true faith and confidence are experienced and felt in honoring God's Name. He warns against lightly esteeming the work of honoring God's Name, as it greatly helps to increase faith and strengthen the relationship with God.