This sermon emphasizes the importance of examining and surrendering our hearts to God. It delves into the sinful, wicked, rebellious, and hardened nature of the human heart, highlighting the need for repentance, humility, and a new heart through Christ. The message stresses the significance of acknowledging our sins, renouncing self, and accepting God's transformative power to experience forgiveness, new life, and a restored relationship with Him.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of heeding God's word and the consequences of disobedience and sin. It warns about the impending judgment for wickedness and the need for repentance, drawing parallels to the current state of the world. The story of Jonah fleeing from God's command is used to illustrate the futility of trying to escape from God's presence and the downward spiral of sin. It highlights the inevitability of facing the consequences of disobedience.

This sermon addresses the common trials and temptations faced by individuals, emphasizing God's faithfulness in providing a way to escape such challenges. It delves into the struggles of young people today, particularly with peer pressure, emptiness, and uncertainty, highlighting the importance of making disciplined choices and saying 'no' to harmful influences. The narrative of Joseph's resistance to temptation is used as an example of standing firm in faith despite difficult circumstances.

Greek Word Studies for Distress (318) explores the concept of anagke, referring to various forms of necessity, compulsion, and distress brought on by external conditions or moral duty. The preacher delves into the dominant themes of trouble, hardship, and obligation found in different Bible verses, emphasizing the inner compulsion and outward pressures that influence our choices. Anagke is depicted as an inevitable force that can lead to suffering, afflictions, and the need for endurance, highlighting the divine constraints and moral responsibilities faced by believers.

Billy Graham addresses the pressing question of whether there is an answer to the world's problems, emphasizing that true solutions lie not in political or economic systems, but in a spiritual revival and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. He argues that humanity has neglected the soul in favor of materialism and rationalism, leading to moral decay and inner turmoil. Graham asserts that the transformation of human nature through being 'born again' is essential for finding peace and purpose. He calls for a collective return to faith in God as the only way to address the crises facing society today. Ultimately, he encourages individuals to seek a personal connection with Christ to experience true change and fulfillment.

Billy Graham delivers a powerful sermon titled 'Who Is Jesus,' emphasizing the significance of making a decision about Christ. He highlights that encountering Jesus is a life-altering moment, whether one accepts or rejects Him, and stresses that Jesus is not just a historical figure but the incarnate Son of God who offers forgiveness and transformation. Graham challenges the audience to consider their personal response to Jesus, urging them to recognize His authority and the necessity of faith in Him for salvation. He concludes by inviting individuals to publicly accept Christ, affirming that true change comes from a relationship with Him.