In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of appearing before the Judgment Seat of Christ. He references Romans 14:10, which states that everyone will give an account of themselves to God. The preacher criticizes the current generation for their lack of fear of God and their careless attitude towards life. He highlights the need for self-reflection and judgment in areas such as immodest dress and behavior that may detract from Jesus. However, he also offers hope, stating that God has made a way for believers to stand before the judgment seat without shame.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of spiritual maturity and practical Christian living. It highlights the need for older men to be sound in faith, love, and perseverance, older women to be reverent and not malicious gossips, and young women to be workers at home and teach what is good. It also urges young men to be sensible and emphasizes the importance of studying the scriptures for growth and maturity.

John Chrysostom preaches about the importance of older men and women setting a godly example by being sober, grave, temperate, and sound in faith, love, and patience. He emphasizes the need for older women to teach younger women to be virtuous, loving, discreet, chaste, and obedient to their husbands to prevent the Word of God from being blasphemed. Chrysostom also instructs young men to be sober-minded and servants to be obedient and faithful, showing that a virtuous life adorns the Gospel and brings glory to God.