In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of despising the shame and disregarding the praises of men in order to run the race of faith. He encourages young people to stand for righteousness and not be affected by the mockery of others. The preacher also highlights the need to lay aside any weights or sins that hinder our progress in the race. He emphasizes the importance of fixing our eyes on Jesus, who endured the cross and sat down at the right hand of God, as our example and source of faith. The sermon concludes with the reminder that the race of faith is one of service and suffering, and encourages believers to prepare and train for this race.