In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of Christian singing and introduces a Christian hymn of discipleship. He expresses gratitude to Leonard Gross for bringing this hymn back into English use. The speaker also highlights the relevance of the hymn's message to the present day, emphasizing the need for God's spirit and grace. He then transitions to a discussion about the stages of Christian growth, emphasizing the importance of progressing beyond the initial conversion experience. The speaker uses a diagram to illustrate the stages of growth and emphasizes the need for communities to embrace the higher ethic in order to thrive.

The sermon titled "God's Power in Surrender" discusses the concept of surrender in the context of the battle between the kingdom of the world and the kingdom of heaven. The speaker emphasizes that if we do well and live according to God's will, sin will not have power over us. The sermon highlights the story of Paul and Silas in jail, where their faithfulness and surrender to God's plan resulted in the conversion of the jailer and his entire household. The speaker encourages the audience to examine their motivations for their actions and to prioritize Jesus in their lives.