John Hames preaches on the contrasting lives of Martha and Mary in Bethany, illustrating the difference between a life of worry and anxiety versus a sanctified life of devotion and surrender to Jesus. Martha represents a life burdened by serving and earthly concerns, while Mary exemplifies a sanctified life marked by sacrificial love, complete surrender, and deep spiritual intimacy with Jesus. Through Mary's actions of pouring costly ointment on Jesus, breaking the alabaster box, and sitting at His feet, John Hames emphasizes the importance of choosing the 'good part' like Mary did, which leads to a transformative blessing that cannot be taken away.

John Hames preaches on the significance of the blood in the Old Testament, emphasizing its role in cleansing the soul and symbolizing the deliverance of God's people. The Passover Lamb's sacrifice and the sprinkling of its blood foreshadowed Jesus Christ, who was without blemish and crucified for our salvation. Believers are encouraged to apply the blood of Jesus by faith for protection, salvation, and sanctification, and to fully partake in the Lamb by embracing His divinity, life, death, and resurrection.

John Hames preaches on the spiritual race of the Christian life, drawing parallels to an Olympic race where believers are called to run with patience, laying aside every weight and the inbred sin that hinders them. The sermon emphasizes the importance of looking unto Jesus as the author and finisher of our faith, who endured the cross and is seated at the right hand of God. Hames highlights the need to rid ourselves of inward hindrances like inbred sin and weights such as discouragement, criticism, and fear, urging believers to run the race with patience and divine guidance.

John Hames preaches about the powerful sermon by Stephen in Acts 7:51, highlighting Stephen's courage to stand up for his God-given convictions and his ability to stir the devil while remaining calm. Hames emphasizes the importance of not resisting the Holy Ghost, explaining that the Holy Ghost is a Divine Person who can be grieved or loved. He warns against resisting the Holy Ghost by refusing to give up sin, not keeping step with the light, and by not seeking sanctification and dying to carnality, sharing stories of individuals who faced tragic consequences for resisting the Holy Ghost.

John Hames preaches on the importance of not allowing our good deeds to be spoken of as evil, emphasizing that even Jesus Christ faced criticism despite His purity. He highlights common ways Christians bring disrepute to Christianity, such as portraying the Christian life as burdensome, looking back at past sins, and engaging in behaviors that contradict their testimonies. Hames also addresses the negative impact of constantly borrowing money, soliciting finances from unbelievers, and adorning oneself slovenly, urging believers to live in a way that honors God.

John Hames preaches on the importance of boldly entering into the holiest through the blood of Jesus, emphasizing the heavenly boldness and supernatural courage that comes with the blessing of Holiness. He highlights the examples of historical figures like Fletcher, Inskip, Finney, and Catherine Booth who experienced this boldness and led powerful movements of revival. Hames discusses the duties of believers to hold fast to their faith, consider one another, not forsake gathering with fellow believers, and to never cast away their confidence, which brings a great reward.

John Hames preaches on the transformative power of Pentecost in the lives of the disciples, emphasizing how they were elevated into the supernatural realm, gaining deep insights into spiritual truths and divine matters. He challenges the modern church to prioritize seeking the Holy Spirit's infilling through tarrying, believing that this would solve church issues, attract crowds, and bring about genuine conviction and revival. Hames highlights the oneness that Pentecost brought - with Jesus, with fellow believers, and with a higher spiritual nature - leading to increased membership and a manifestation of power not just for service, but for holy living and enduring hardships.

John Hames preaches on the importance of adorning our lives with Christian graces as outlined in Colossians 3:1-13. He emphasizes the need for believers to not only be saved and sanctified but to allow God to refine them to be attractive and beautiful in His sight. Hames contrasts natural human religion with true Christianity, highlighting how the resurrection of Jesus imparts a supernatural life that enables believers to live by His mighty power. He delves into the process of putting off the 'old man' with his sinful deeds and putting on the 'new man,' reflecting the image of Christ through virtues like mercy, kindness, humbleness, meekness, long-suffering, forbearance, and forgiveness.

John Hames preaches about the sanctification of the body as a temple for the Holy Ghost, emphasizing the need to cleanse and dedicate every part of our being to God. He discusses the errors of suppressing, counter-action, and educating the 'old man' within us, highlighting the importance of putting off the carnal mind and allowing the spiritual nature to control the physical. Hames delves into the significance of sanctifying the tongue, eyes, ears, and even our choice of clothing, stressing the impact of these aspects on our spiritual well-being and Christian character.

John Hames preaches about the significance of the holy of holies, drawing parallels between the ark of the covenant and a sanctified heart where God's laws are written, transforming duty into delight and love service. He emphasizes the new covenant where God gives a new heart and spirit, dwelling within us through the Holy Spirit to enable us to walk in His ways. Hames highlights the contrast between Sinai and Calvary, showcasing how love triumphs over fear and duty, making God's yoke easy and burden light through a love service. He delves into the symbolism of the golden pot of manna, representing Christ's inward life revealed by the Holy Ghost, and the importance of partaking in the hidden manna by overcoming and going behind the second veil.

John Hames delves into the concept of Sanctification as it relates to our threefold nature - the spirit, soul, and body. He emphasizes the importance of bringing our affections under the control of sanctified judgment, highlighting the dangers of allowing our emotions to cling to earthly idols. Hames discusses the significance of purifying our thoughts and memories, ensuring they align with spiritual truths and are under the influence of the Holy Ghost. He also explores the impact of pure and impure emotions on our overall well-being, stressing the transformative power of love, joy, and peace in our lives.

John Hames preaches on the importance of soul progress and maturity after sanctification, urging Christians to continually develop and add to the Christian graces already within them. The sermon emphasizes the three stages of the Christian experience: conversion, sanctification, and the maturing of graces for eternity. Hames highlights the need for believers to be separated from corrupt nature through the cleansing Blood and to partake in the divine nature by allowing the Holy Ghost to work within them.

John Hames preaches on the importance of spiritual growth and maturity, highlighting the dangers of remaining in a state of spiritual babyhood, where believers are dull of hearing, lack progress, and are unskillful in the word of righteousness. He emphasizes the need to move from consuming spiritual milk to solid food, symbolizing a transition from immaturity to maturity in faith. Hames urges believers to develop their spiritual senses through the power of the Holy Spirit, enabling them to discern between good and evil and navigate the mixed realities of the world and the church.

John Hames preaches about the role of the Comforter, introduced by Christ before His departure, who reveals and protects the divinity of Jesus, making Him a living reality to believers. The Comforter dwells within believers, guiding, protecting, and bringing to remembrance the teachings of Christ. Through the Holy Ghost, believers are filled with hope for the future and empowered to live ahead of their time, like the sugar-maples exuding sweet water before the arrival of spring. The most comforting truth is that the heavenly Dove will abide with believers forever, through all circumstances and until the day of redemption.

John Hames preaches on the importance of love as described in 1 Corinthians 13, emphasizing the 'nots' that love embodies. Envy is highlighted as a destructive force that eats away at the purity of the heart, leading to criticism and bitterness. Love is portrayed as humble, polite, and selfless, seeking the good of others above oneself. It is patient, kind, and enduring, believing and hoping in all things, and ultimately never failing even in the face of challenges and changes.

John Hames preaches on the significance of the altar of incense in the tabernacle, symbolizing prayer as a sweet fragrance rising to God, representing Christ's intercession for us and our intercession with Him. He emphasizes the importance of prayer being led by the Holy Ghost, fervent, and prevailing in the spiritual realm, connecting us deeply with Heaven. Hames stresses the costly nature of true intercession, requiring a Gethsemane experience of dying to self, and highlights the Holy Ghost's desire for vessels of prayer to ignite revivals and bring back the power to the Church.

John Hames preaches about the various disappointments at the judgment day, emphasizing that many will be shocked to hear Jesus say 'I never knew you' due to their false professions and lack of genuine salvation. He warns against mistaking reformation for salvation and depending on past experiences or victories, stressing the necessity of a true transformation by the Holy Ghost. Hames also highlights the dangers of having a backslidden heart, secret sins, and being a secret backbiter, pointing out the importance of genuine repentance and living a truly transformed life in Christ.

John Hames preaches on the significance of the tabernacle's two apartments, representing the two works of grace, and the articles within the holy place - the seven-pronged candlestick, table of shewbread, and golden altar of incense - symbolizing the Holy Ghost's role in revealing Christ. He emphasizes the importance of depending on the Holy Ghost for spiritual illumination rather than human knowledge, to avoid falling into unbelief and denial of Christ's deity. Hames highlights the transformative power of the Holy Ghost, making believers shine with God's light, and the necessity of walking in the light to maintain spiritual vitality and effectiveness in ministry.

John Hames preaches on the trinity of man, consisting of spirit, soul, and body, emphasizing the importance of sanctification in all three areas to be blameless before the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. He explains that the spirit is the higher part capable of God consciousness and communion, the soul is the emotional and intellectual part, and the body is the physical aspect. Hames highlights the need for a sanctified spirit with a purged conscience, a subdued will, and a filled, gentle, and humble demeanor, reflecting the image and likeness of Jesus.

John Hames preaches about the significance of faith in the precious blood of Jesus Christ as the foundation of our religious faith and character. He emphasizes that salvation hinges on our acceptance of Christ's shed blood, which cleanses us from all sin. Hames highlights the deep reality of sin and the necessity for redemption, pointing to the cleansing power of the blood that brings light, liberty, purity, and everlasting victory. He shares personal experiences of how immediate confession and belief in the cleansing blood brought restoration and peace, emphasizing that the blood atones for mistakes, blunders, and human failures, offering hope and transformation to all who believe.

John Hames preaches on the powerful contrasts highlighted in Hebrews 12:24, focusing on the Pentecost at Mount Sinai versus the Pentecost at Mount Zion where believers were filled with the Holy Spirit and manifested Christian graces free from admixture. He delves into the contrast between the two covenants, emphasizing the new covenant's promise of God writing His law on believers' hearts, enabling them to walk in holiness. Hames also explores the significance of the blood of Jesus, explaining how it speaks of mercy and forgiveness, imparting Divine life to believers and cleansing them from sins and shortcomings.

John Hames preaches about the downfall of King Belshazzar in Babylon, emphasizing the divine judgment that came upon him for his arrogance and desecration of sacred vessels. The sermon delves into the importance of being weighed in the balances of God, highlighting how our thoughts, motives, and actions are scrutinized by Him. Through the story of Belshazzar and Daniel, the sermon underscores the significance of standing firm in one's faith and integrity, even in the face of temptation and worldly allure.

John Hames emphasizes the crucial role of the Holy Ghost in preserving sound doctrine and revealing the true nature of Jesus. Without the Holy Spirit, individuals, regardless of their education, cannot fully comprehend the divinity of Jesus. The Holy Ghost vitalizes the believer, making biblical truths tangible and relevant, bringing the events of Christ's life and sacrifice closer to our hearts. Hames warns against the dangers of denying the divinity of Jesus, highlighting the importance of the Holy Spirit in safeguarding against heresy and maintaining orthodoxy within the Church.

John Hames emphasizes the importance of obtaining a clear, definite witness from God that our sins are forgiven and under the blood, highlighting the necessity of the 'New Birth' experience. He warns against the misconception that joining a church or living a moral life is enough for salvation, stressing the need for a personal encounter with God's Spirit. Hames reminds his audience that true Christianity involves a radical transformation marked by a hatred for sin, a love for righteousness, and a genuine care for others.

John Hames preaches on the importance of conscience, record, and judgment as highlighted in Acts 24:16, St. John 19:22, and Ecclesiastes 12:14. He emphasizes how conscience, as the voice of God in the soul, plays a crucial role in guiding our moral character and decisions. Hames delves into the biblical examples of King Herod and Pontius Pilate, showcasing how their awakened consciences influenced their actions and ultimately led to judgment. He warns about the significance of our life's record, which will be revealed at the final Judgment, stressing the need for a life that reflects Jesus and prepares for eternity.