In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing God's loneliness and decision to create the world. God brings light into the darkness and shapes the earth, creating valleys and mountains. After observing his creation, God still feels lonely and decides to create man. He forms man from clay and breathes life into him, making him a living soul. The preacher emphasizes that all of human knowledge can be summed up in nine words from the Hebrew Bible. The sermon concludes with a reflection on the earth's initial state of formlessness and darkness, highlighting the transformative power of God's creation.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses four principles that can be found in the letter to the Church of Rome. The first principle is involvement, emphasizing the importance of getting involved with others. The second principle is inquiry, urging listeners to inquire and seek understanding. The third principle is identification or intensity, highlighting the need for deep commitment and passion. The fourth principle is importunity, emphasizing the importance of persistent prayer. The preacher also shares a story about a woman named Clara Chapman and her unwavering faith. The sermon concludes with a discussion on the need to deal with sin honestly and seek forgiveness from God. The preacher references the story of Elijah and his actions on the mountain. The sermon encourages listeners to trust in God's power and to be persistent in their prayers.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of staying rooted in the Bible for sermon preparation. He shares that he has been preaching for 46 years and believes that by living in the Bible, one will never run out of material. The preacher also highlights the significance of certain verses in specific chapters, such as John 3:16 and Romans 8:28. He encourages young preachers to avoid artificial attempts at alliteration and shares a personal anecdote about a nightmare involving ninjas. Overall, the sermon emphasizes the need to stay awake to righteousness and to prioritize the word of God in preaching.