In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of slavery and how it has been the eternal purpose of God. He explains that as humans, we have been enslaved to our flesh and have gone astray from God's intended plan. The preacher emphasizes the importance of choosing to align ourselves with the spirit rather than the flesh. He also highlights the need to experience and rely on the availability and desirability of God's presence in our lives.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the journey of faith and the transformation that occurs when one accepts Christ. He emphasizes that faith is not just a feeling of peace, but a substance that leads to a new life in Christ. However, he acknowledges that challenges and struggles still exist in this new life, such as family problems, personal issues, and business difficulties. The speaker highlights the Apostle Paul's own struggle with sin and the realization that he cannot overcome it on his own, leading to the question of who can deliver him from his wretched state. The sermon encourages listeners to recognize their need for Christ's power and to rely on Him for transformation and victory over sin.

Dick Brogden preaches on the profound impact of sacrificial deaths, drawing inspiration from the story of Jim Elliot and his friends whose deaths led to many being called into missions. He emphasizes that our deaths, whether physical or of our will, can have resurrection power and bring life to others. By yielding our spirits in total surrender to God, we unleash a life-giving force in the spirit realm that impacts not only those close to us but also those we may never know.

Anton Bosch preaches on the transformative power of Jesus Christ in freeing believers from the bondage of sin. Through Romans 6:6-7, he explains that when we are born again, our old selves are crucified with Christ, and we receive a new life in Him. The challenge lies in truly letting go of our old ways and embracing the new life in Christ, a process facilitated by the Holy Spirit's power. Bosch emphasizes the importance of believing and living out the truth that we have died to sin and risen with Christ, enabling us to walk in victory over sin and live in the newness of life.

Bernard Fell preaches on the powerful symbolism of the Jordan River in the Bible, highlighting how it represents death, judgment, and the ultimate victory of Christ over sin and death. He emphasizes the importance of being dead with Christ to all that hinders us, including self, the world, and sin, and how through full committal to Him, we can experience a deeper life within. By daily dying to our fleshly desires and rising with Christ, we can live more fully in Him, finding life, peace, and full salvation in Jesus.

J.C. Philpot delves into the profound union of the human and divine nature of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that even in His earthly journey, the two natures remained inseparable. He highlights the intimate connection between the Church and Christ, where believers partake in His sufferings, death, resurrection, and glorification as members of His mystical body. Through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, believers experience a spiritual baptism into Christ's death and resurrection, leading to a deep fellowship with Him in suffering and victory over sin and the world.

Charles Alexander preaches on the profound significance of the angelic announcement of the Lord's birth to the shepherds, emphasizing the divine inspiration of the Word that continually reveals fresh insights. He delves into the symbolism of the shepherds being chosen to receive the message, representing the Chief Shepherd, Jesus, who was born that night. The sermon highlights the humility and exaltation of Christ, born in a manger for the salvation of all people, bringing great joy and eternal hope to humanity.

Edward Taylor delves into the profound love and sacrifice of Jesus Christ as described in 2 Corinthians 5:14, reflecting on the concept of dying with Christ and being freed from the power of death through His redemptive work. Taylor contemplates the depth of Christ's death and how it becomes the cause of our own spiritual death, leading to a profound unity with Him. He emphasizes the transformative power of grace, portraying death as a conquered enemy that holds no terror for believers, but rather a mere shadow on their journey to eternal joy.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the believers' spiritual resurrection with Christ, urging them to focus on heavenly things where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. This resurrection is not a mere possibility but a definite reality, establishing their spiritual identity and position in Christ. The resurrection serves as proof of their acceptance in Christ, a pattern for holy living, a source of power for Christian character and service, a promise of future physical resurrection, and a pledge of eternal life. Through their union with Christ, believers are seen by God as having shared in His resurrection and are called to live in light of this profound truth.