In this sermon, the preacher discusses the urgency of preaching the word of God in a generation that is unaware of the impending judgment of hellfire. He emphasizes the importance of waiting upon the Lord, despite the fast-paced nature of the world. The preacher highlights the contrast between the dedication of sports fans who endure long hours in the sun and the impatience of some churchgoers. He describes a hypothetical church service that lasts for nine hours, with dedicated time for prayer, worship, and sharing of spiritual gifts. The preacher also expresses his belief in the imminent pouring out of the Spirit of God and the potential consequences it may have on the economy.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Caleb from the Bible. Caleb, at the age of 85, declares that he feels as strong as he did 40 years ago and believes he can still fight giants. The speaker emphasizes the idea that when we serve God and experience His anointing, our youth is renewed like the eagles. The sermon also mentions the story of the twelve spies sent into Canaan, where ten of them gave negative reports due to fear of the giants in the land. The speaker encourages listeners to be different from the world and live a Christ-like lifestyle.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the need for unity and the importance of helping supply personnel for Bombay. They emphasize the complexity of the situation and the need for prayer. The speaker also shares their experience of listening and learning from people in a different part of the world, including their thoughts on Americans and British people. They mention the importance of personal support and making changes in their relationship with churches.

E.A. Adeboye emphasizes the importance of showing appreciation to God for His blessings, highlighting the story of the ten lepers where only one returned to thank Jesus. Believers often take God's blessings for granted, assuming His continuous favor without gratitude. The sermon urges believers to express thanksgiving boldly, worship in surrender, and thank God sincerely from the heart to make blessings permanent and experience restoration.

E.M. Bounds emphasizes the inseparable relationship between prayer, praise, and thanksgiving, illustrating how gratitude arises from contemplation of God's mercies and is expressed through thanksgiving. He explains that while gratitude is an inward feeling, thanksgiving is an outward expression, and both are essential for a vibrant prayer life. Bounds highlights that true prayer leads to gratitude and thanksgiving, which in turn fosters a deeper commitment to God and a more profound prayer life. He warns against the dangers of murmuring and ingratitude, which can stifle the spirit of praise and prayer. Ultimately, he calls for a revival of the spirit of praise in the church, linking it to the presence of God and the genuine worship of His people.

Chuck Smith emphasizes the contrast between unthankful and thankful individuals, illustrating how an ungrateful person is often miserable and burdensome to be around, while a thankful person brings joy and appreciation into relationships. He highlights that ingratitude is condemned by God, as seen in Romans 1, and encourages self-reflection on our own attitudes of appreciation. Smith also discusses the importance of thanksgiving to God, noting that true praise invites God's presence and blessings, as exemplified by David's life of gratitude.

John Chrysostom preaches on the powerful story of Paul and Silas in Acts 16, highlighting their unwavering faith and praise to God even in the midst of trials and imprisonment. Despite their suffering, they remained vigilant and filled with exceeding delight, leading to a miraculous earthquake that shook the prison and opened all the doors. The jailer, witnessing this extraordinary event, was moved to ask Paul and Silas how to be saved, leading to his conversion and baptism, along with his entire household. Chrysostom emphasizes the importance of genuine prayer, forgiveness, and perseverance in seeking God's mercy and salvation.

David Wilkerson shares his personal struggle with feeling overwhelmed and at the end of his rope, expressing his frustrations to God. In a moment of despair, the Holy Spirit prompted him to offer a 'sacrifice of thanksgiving' for all that God has done and will do, shifting his perspective from complaint to gratitude. He emphasizes the importance of giving thanks even in difficult times, citing various scriptures that encourage a heart of thanksgiving. Wilkerson concludes that turning to thanksgiving can bring peace and assurance amidst life's battles.

David Wilkerson shares a powerful message on the importance of thanksgiving, especially during times of personal trials and burdens. He recounts a moment of despair when the Holy Spirit prompted him to offer a 'sacrifice of thanksgiving' to God, shifting his perspective from complaint to gratitude. Wilkerson emphasizes that, unlike the Old Testament sacrifices, we are now called to bring our praises and thanks to God through our words and worship. He highlights various scriptures that encourage believers to express gratitude, reminding us that our high priest, Jesus, has already made the ultimate sacrifice for our sins. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a continual offering of thanks from our lips as a response to God's goodness.