This sermon emphasizes the insufficiency of earthly possessions and pleasures to bring true and lasting satisfaction. It highlights the transient nature of worldly pursuits and the eternal fulfillment found in setting our hearts and minds on heavenly things, where Christ reigns. The message urges listeners to seek the everlasting joy, fellowship, and inheritance promised in God's kingdom, contrasting it with the fleeting and unsatisfying nature of earthly treasures.

John MacDuff preaches about the glorious promises of God, highlighting the delight of pleading individual promises at the mercy-seat and the importance of trusting in God's faithfulness. He emphasizes the gracious conference of God offering pardoning grace, the provision of needful grace in times of trial, and the abundance of all-sufficient grace for every situation. MacDuff also discusses the comforting, restraining, restoring, sanctifying, reviving, persevering, dying, and after-grace of God, encouraging believers to surrender to God's love and trust in His compassion and strength.

John MacDuff preaches about the comforting and empowering words of Jesus, highlighting His gracious invitations, comforting assurances, the power of prayer, the unveiled dealings, the Father being glorified, the importance of surrendering to God, the need to ask Jesus to reveal and search our hearts, the tender love and care of Jesus, the promise of peace, the assurance of His presence in trials, the legacy of peace, the supreme authority of Jesus, and the divine glorification of Jesus by the Holy Spirit.

John MacDuff preaches about the various attributes of God, emphasizing His glory, immutability, omnipotence, omnipresence, wisdom, holiness, justice, love, grace, tenderness, patience, sovereignty, providence, Spirit, promises, warnings, and chastisements. He highlights the importance of surrendering to God's will, trusting in His faithfulness, seeking His presence through ordinances, relying on His Spirit, clinging to His promises, heeding His warnings, and accepting His chastisements as acts of love and discipline.

John MacDuff preaches about the unchanging and everlasting love of God, assuring believers that all trials and tribulations are part of God's eternal plan of love and redemption. He emphasizes the sovereignty of God, His loving purpose in prosperity and adversity, the safe refuge found in Christ during life's storms, the reason for divine chastisement as a sign of God's love, and the immutability of God's character and promises. MacDuff encourages believers to trust in God's divine sympathy, gracious conditions, and the blessed hope of Christ's return, reminding them of the ultimate victory over death and the eternal rest and deliverance promised to those who love God.

John MacDuff preaches a powerful sermon on the consequences of neglecting God's grace and rejecting the Savior's love, using the example of Capernaum as a warning. He emphasizes the privileges, neglect, and ultimate doom of Capernaum, drawing parallels to modern times and urging listeners to repent and not squander their spiritual blessings. The sermon highlights the importance of heeding God's warnings, repenting of sins, and fully surrendering to Jesus to avoid a future of regret and judgment.

John MacDuff preaches about the powerful encounter between Jesus and a man with leprosy, highlighting the man's desperate plea for healing and Jesus' compassionate response, showcasing the contrast between mercy and despair, purity and pollution, and life and death. The scene unfolds on the Mount of Beatitudes, emphasizing the significance of prayer and faith in approaching Jesus for cleansing and restoration. The sermon delves into the deep symbolism of leprosy as a representation of sin, illustrating the terribleness of sin and the need for divine intervention to cleanse and heal the soul, ultimately pointing to Jesus as the ultimate Healer and Savior who can set us free from the bondage of sin and death.

John MacDuff preaches on the story of Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee, emphasizing the dual nature of Christ as fully human and fully divine. The disciples' lack of faith in the midst of the storm serves as a reminder for believers to trust in Jesus, who has power over all creation, including winds and waves. The storm symbolizes the trials and tribulations faced by the Church, both collectively and individually, highlighting the importance of seeking refuge in Christ during life's tempests.

John MacDuff preaches on the deep longing of the soul for God, drawing parallels to a wounded deer seeking water in its distress. He discusses the various arrows that wound our spirits, whether from man or from God, leading us to seek solace in the Valley of humility. MacDuff emphasizes the importance of afflictions driving us closer to God rather than farther away, urging listeners to find comfort and healing in God's presence amidst life's trials.

John MacDuff preaches on the miraculous event of Jesus walking on water to meet His disciples in the midst of a storm, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's presence and power even in the darkest and most turbulent times of life. The disciples' obedience to Jesus' command to get into the boat despite the storm serves as a lesson for believers to follow God's will faithfully, knowing that He will guide and protect them through every trial. The contrast between the disciples' obedience and Jonah's disobedience, as well as Lot's selfish choices, highlights the consequences of following or fleeing from God's commands. The narrative also symbolizes two epochs in the Church's history, reminding believers of Christ's constant watchfulness and eventual return to bring His Church safely to shore in the midst of spiritual storms.

John MacDuff preaches on the well-known verse from Psalms 23:4, highlighting the comforting imagery of walking through the valley of the shadow of death with God's presence as a Shepherd guiding and comforting believers. He delves into the symbolism of the valley, the assurance of God's presence, and the twofold support of faith and God's promises that provide comfort in facing death. MacDuff emphasizes the victory over death through Christ's sacrifice, the importance of seeking God's companionship throughout life, and the hope of entering into eternal life beyond the valley of death.

John MacDuff preaches about the profound imagery of Christ as the Great Shepherd leading His flock through various life experiences, culminating in the Day of Judgment. He emphasizes the significance of Christ being both the Son of man and the King, highlighting the personal interest each individual has in this future event. The sermon delves into the separation of the righteous and the wicked, the Shepherd's address to the sheep, and the eternal consequences based on works of love and charity. MacDuff urges listeners to prepare for the inevitable Day of Judgment, where the Shepherd-King will welcome the righteous into the kingdom prepared for them, while the unrighteous face eternal separation and condemnation.

John MacDuff preaches about the solemn hour of first bereavement, offering consolation and guidance to those experiencing deep sorrow and loss. He emphasizes the need to turn to God in times of trial, acknowledging the pain and heartache of losing a loved one. MacDuff encourages seeking comfort in God's promises, trusting in His wisdom and love even amidst profound grief. He reminds listeners of the sanctifying purpose of afflictions, urging them to draw closer to God and find solace in His presence. The sermon concludes with a message of hope, pointing to the eternal joy and peace awaiting believers in heaven.

John MacDuff preaches about Christ being the ultimate shelter and refuge for His people, using the imagery of a rock providing shade in the desert to illustrate how Christ adapts to the changing circumstances and needs of His believers throughout their lives. Just as the rock in the wilderness followed the Israelites, Christ is ever-present with His protecting grace and love, offering hope, strength, and eternal life. The shadows of the Great Rock of Ages symbolize all that Christ is to His people - the Bestower of pardon, peace, sympathy, and consolation.