In this sermon, the speaker discusses the four stages of life: infancy, childhood, adolescence, and maturity. He relates these stages to the needs of a baby, which are shelter and sustenance, and the needs of an adolescent, which are comfort and abundance. The speaker suggests that these stages and needs may have been inspired by the spirit of God, even if the original author, David, did not realize it. The speaker then addresses the fifth verse of Psalm 23, which talks about God preparing a table and anointing the head with oil. He acknowledges that scholars have struggled to interpret this verse, as it doesn't fit with the shepherd and sheep metaphor used in the previous verses.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on three main aspects: his discussion with Jesus, his defense of Jesus, and his devotion to Jesus. He emphasizes the importance of spending most of our time on the first aspect, as it holds significant value. The preacher shares a story about a prince among preachers who struggled to understand the concept of the wind blowing wherever it will. He then relates this story to the biblical passage in John 3:8. The sermon concludes with a reference to Robert Louis Stevenson's writing, "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," which seems to tie into the overall message of the sermon.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of relationship with God as the key to releasing the power of heaven to a needy world. The speaker also highlights the recognition of God's plan throughout history, culminating in the person of Jesus Christ. The angel Gabriel's visit to Mary in Nazareth is highlighted as a central marvel of the Bible, as Mary is told she will become the mother of the Messiah. The disciples' conclusion from their instruction by Jesus is that they should obey God rather than men, emphasizing the paramount importance of their relationship with God.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the process of making disciples in the context of missionary work in Africa. He emphasizes the importance of repentance, where the native people turn away from their old ways of life and embrace the new revelation brought by the missionary. The speaker also highlights the role of faith, as the native people believe in Jesus and become learners of his teachings. Finally, the act of baptism is seen as a confession of faith and a public declaration of repentance and acceptance of Jesus as Lord and Savior.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of shaping the confidence of our children in us. He shares a story told by a theologian about a father who promised his son a knife before leaving for work. The father gets caught up in his busy day and forgets about the promise, but the son eagerly waits for him at home. The speaker highlights the significance of family worship and the impact it can have on children's faith. He also mentions the decline of traditional practices like gathering around the piano to learn hymns.