In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living a life that pleases God. He highlights the concept of appearing before the judgment seat of Christ, where believers will be evaluated based on the quality of their works. The speaker warns against focusing solely on quantity and statistics, urging listeners to consider the motives behind their actions. He encourages a deeper study of Scripture and a willingness to pause and reflect on specific verses that speak to us personally.

This sermon by Corrie ten Boom emphasizes the role of Christians as overcomers and ambassadors for Christ in a world filled with tribulation and persecution. It highlights the importance of being prepared for the coming tribulation by feeding on the Word of God, developing a personal relationship with Jesus, and being filled with the Holy Spirit. Despite the fear and challenges, the message encourages believers to find strength in God's promises and the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the concept of spiritual warfare and the struggle that Christians face in their journey towards eternal rewards. He emphasizes that true Christianity is not a passive endeavor, but rather a fight and a warfare. The preacher highlights the importance of relying on God's promises and the assurance that He will fulfill them. He encourages believers to trust in God's provision, strength, and faithfulness, reminding them that sin will not have dominion over them and that God will ultimately bring victory over Satan.

This sermon by Derek Prince Ministries delves into the messages to the seven churches in Revelation, emphasizing the importance of overcoming evil with good and the promises given to those who overcome. It then explores the throne room of the universe in Revelation 4, highlighting God's holiness, almightiness, eternality, and creativity. The sermon progresses to Revelation 5, focusing on the worship around the throne, acknowledging the worthiness of the Lamb. Lastly, it discusses the significance of the four horsemen in Revelation 6, interpreting them as symbolic representations of Jesus, ethnic conflict, shortage and rationing, and famine and death, urging the urgency of spreading the gospel before judgment falls.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of valuing and reading the Word of God, highlighting the significance of being born again and having a hunger for God's Word. It discusses the signs of the last days, focusing on the deception by false prophets and the need to endure in love for Jesus Christ. The message stresses the proclamation of the gospel of the kingdom, which includes righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit, and the call to overcome sin and live a life filled with the power of the Holy Spirit.

John Gill expounds on the doctrine of adoption, emphasizing that it is a distinct act of God's grace, separate from justification and regeneration. He explains that believers are adopted as children of God through Christ, highlighting the profound love and sovereign will of God in this process. Gill contrasts civil adoption with spiritual adoption, noting that while civil adoption requires the consent of the adopted, spiritual adoption is solely an act of divine grace. He also discusses the privileges and responsibilities that come with being adopted into God's family, including heirship and the transformative work of the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, Gill illustrates that adoption is a gift that assures believers of their eternal inheritance and relationship with God.

Thomas Reade preaches on the transformative power of the promises of God, emphasizing that all the promises of God are fulfilled in Christ and are available to those who have a saving interest in His merits. Believers are called to be led by the Spirit of God, to be new creatures in Christ, and to bear the marks of His chosen people. Reade urges introspection and sincerity in assessing one's relationship with God, highlighting the need for faith, purity, and perseverance in claiming the consolatory promises of the Gospel.

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the privilege of becoming children of God through faith in Jesus Christ. Believers are adopted as sons and heirs of God, receiving the Spirit of adoption that allows them to cry out 'Abba, Father.' Those who overcome will inherit all things and be called sons of God. The reason some believed in Jesus was not due to their own goodness or nature but because they were born of God, not of blood, the will of the flesh, or the will of man.

Charles S. Price preaches about the unveiling and revelation of God's plan in the Last Days, where some are given the knowledge of the mystery of the Kingdom of God while others remain in darkness; emphasizing that this revelation is a gift from God through the Holy Spirit, not based on human understanding. The sermon delves into the union between Christ and His Bride, where all that belongs to Christ is made available to the Bride, showcasing the glory and beauty that will reflect His own. It concludes with the importance of knowing and experiencing the love of Christ through the revelation of the Spirit, preparing the Bride for the Holy Wedding and the ultimate culmination of God's plan.

Samuel Davies preaches about the blessedness of being called the sons of God, highlighting the immense love and privileges bestowed upon believers. He emphasizes the future glory and transformation awaiting the sons of God, beyond what can be comprehended in this present world. Davies discusses the ignorance of the world towards the true nature and future state of the sons of God, urging sinners to seek regeneration and warning them of the consequences of remaining unregenerate. He concludes by calling the sons of God to marvel at the love of God, the honor, and happiness of their status, encouraging them to eagerly anticipate their heavenly inheritance.

Hans R. Waldvogel emphasizes the necessity of returning to our first love for Christ, warning against the dangers of complacency and the consequences of neglecting our relationship with Him. He illustrates how many people stray from the path of righteousness, leading to spiritual darkness, and urges believers to heed the Spirit's call to repentance and renewal. Waldvogel highlights the importance of following Jesus as our guide and the blessings that come from overcoming the trials of life through faith. He reminds the church that true love for God requires a complete commitment of the heart, and that neglecting this love can lead to dire consequences.

Thomas Reade preaches about the believer's portion in Christ, emphasizing the abundant blessings and promises God freely gives to His children. Through faith in Jesus, believers become heirs of God and joint-heirs with Christ, sharing in the glory and inheritance of the Kingdom. The believer's access to God's grace, peace, and adoption as children of God is highlighted, along with the assurance of dwelling in God's presence and glory for eternity.

A.W. Tozer emphasizes the critical nature of holiness in the life of believers, asserting that without it, no one will see the Lord. He discusses the fall of man and the resulting loss of personal holiness, which alienates humanity from God. Tozer explains that God’s primary concern is restoring holiness within us, achieved through various means, including chastisement and resistance. He illustrates this process through biblical examples, highlighting that true growth in holiness requires unlearning false teachings and embracing God's discipline. Ultimately, Tozer calls for a sincere pursuit of holiness over mere blessings, urging believers to seek a pure heart aligned with God's will.

Thomas Reade preaches on the importance of following the Lord fully, emphasizing the necessity of humility, faith, and obedience in the journey to heaven. Drawing inspiration from characters like Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Job, David, and Daniel, he highlights the example of Caleb, who was commended for having 'followed the Lord fully' amidst a time of great unbelief. Reade stresses the need for a complete surrender to God, renouncing self-dependence, sin, worldly desires, and embracing the righteousness and will of God wholeheartedly.

Robert Murray M'Cheyne emphasizes the profound love of God in the doctrine of adoption, explaining that by nature, we are children of Satan, but through God's will and mercy, we can become sons of God. He highlights that this transformation is solely the work of God, who has the power to regenerate and adopt us into His family, and that our adoption is a humbling gift that should lead us to gratitude and faith. M'Cheyne outlines the steps of regeneration and faith as essential to becoming children of God, and he describes the immense blessings that come with this status, including the love of the Father, the indwelling of the Spirit, and the promise of inheritance as heirs of God. He urges listeners to recognize their need for God’s grace and to embrace their identity as children of God, encouraging them to seek a relationship with Him.

John F. Walvoord preaches about the vision of the new heaven and the new earth in Revelation 21, emphasizing the eternal state where God dwells with His people in the holy city, the new Jerusalem. The description includes the absence of the sea, the new creation, and the beauty of the city with its foundations of precious stones and gates of pearl. The eternal city is illuminated by the glory of God and the Lamb, with continuous day and no need for the sun or moon. Only those whose names are written in the Lamb's book of life have access, ensuring a perfect environment of purity and eternal life.

Tom Macartney preaches on the importance of the first three chapters of the book of Revelation, which contain letters from Jesus Christ to seven churches in the 1st century, relevant for His church throughout history. These letters address issues such as spiritual decline, persecution, false teaching, and the need for genuine devotion to Christ. Each church faced specific challenges like decline, testing, pollution, false religion, reputation without reality, lack of stamina, and complacency. The letters highlight the enemies to overcome, the issues to face, and the call to faith in Christ as the all-sufficient Savior and Reward.

Aaron Hills preaches on the profound wonder of God's mindfulness towards humanity, as expressed in Psalm 8:3-4. He emphasizes how God's attention and care for mankind surpass even the splendor of the stars and suns in the universe. Hills delves into the reasons behind God's special interest in humanity, highlighting man's status as a criminal rebel, a sick individual in need of healing, a lost soul sought after by God, a sentient being capable of eternal joy or suffering, and a being with endless potential for development towards godlikeness.

Greek Word Studies delves into the rich meaning of 'inherit' (kleronomeo), emphasizing the concept of receiving a portion or possession as a gift from someone who has passed away. The sermon explores how believers inherit various blessings in the New Testament, such as the earth, eternal life, the Kingdom of God, salvation, promises, and blessings, highlighting the importance of faith, patience, and obedience in obtaining these inheritances. The preacher emphasizes that inheriting the Kingdom of God is not based on works but on grace, and warns against unrighteous behaviors that can hinder one from inheriting God's promises.

Watchman Nee emphasizes that overcoming the tempter is not a battle we fight alone, but one where we rely on God's strength and the power of the blood of Jesus. He teaches that we must hide under the blood, digest God's Word, and exercise our will to resist the devil, ensuring we do not give him any ground, even in small matters. Nee also highlights the importance of maintaining love and forgiveness towards others, as well as being watchful with our words and actions to avoid temptation. By calling on God immediately and declaring our authority over the enemy, we can secure victory in our spiritual battles. Ultimately, our triumph comes from recognizing that the enemy is already defeated under Christ's authority.

A.B. Simpson emphasizes the reality that while we may not see all things under our control, Jesus reigns supreme over all. He encourages believers to recognize Jesus as our representative and to claim the promises of God by looking to Him. The sermon highlights the importance of faith in realizing our inheritance, reminding us that the heavenly perspective completes our understanding of life. Simpson urges us to lift our eyes and trust in the unlimited inheritance that God has prepared for us, as all things are ultimately subject to Christ.