St. Augustine preaches on the importance of purity of heart and the dangers of seeking praise from men rather than God. He emphasizes the need to focus on internal joys and the purification of the heart, cautioning against ostentatious displays of piety or humility that may lead to a double heart. The sermon delves into the significance of the seven petitions in the Lord's Prayer, correlating them with the Beatitudes and the virtues they represent. St. Augustine highlights the importance of forgiveness, the avoidance of temptation, and the pursuit of wisdom and peace in the journey towards eternal blessedness.

In this sermon on holding fast, the preacher emphasizes the importance of believers adhering firmly to traditions, convictions, and beliefs, as a proof of their genuine faith. The term 'katecho' is explored in its literal and figurative uses, such as restraining from evil, taking possession, and being bound by the law. The message highlights that our salvation is secured by Christ holding onto us, with our holding onto Him serving as evidence of His grip on us. The sermon underscores the significance of perseverance in the Christian life as a demonstration of true faith and belonging to God's house.

St. Augustine preaches about the contrast between those who trust in earthly riches and those who trust in the mercy of God for everlasting life. He emphasizes the importance of rooting oneself in the love of the kingdom of heaven and confessing to God's mercy rather than boasting in one's own achievements. The sermon delves into the concept of fearing and laughing in different contexts, urging believers to fear in humility and rejoice in the ultimate triumph of righteousness. St. Augustine highlights the pleasantness of seeking God's name and the need to taste and experience His goodness to truly understand its sweetness.

St. Augustine preaches about the mysteries and secrets of the kingdom of God, emphasizing the importance of faith as a step towards understanding. He highlights the need to believe before seeking understanding, as faith itself provides a certain light in the Scriptures, Prophecy, Gospel, and Apostles' teachings. Augustine urges believers to awaken their reason, examine God's creation, and seek the Author of all things through faith in the unseen. He explains the relationship between the Father and the Son, emphasizing their unity in divine works and the Trinity's operation in creation and miracles.

St. Augustine preaches about the importance of abiding in the light of God's love and the dangers of walking in darkness by hating our brothers. He emphasizes the need for fellowship with God and the significance of confessing our sins to receive forgiveness and purification. St. Augustine highlights that true love for our brothers is a sign of abiding in the light, while hatred leads to stumbling in darkness and blindness to God's truth and presence.

St. Augustine preaches about the importance of not loving the world and its temptations, emphasizing the need to focus on God and His eternal love. He highlights the three temptations faced by Jesus - the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life - and how Jesus overcame them by relying on the Word of God. Augustine urges believers to resist the worldly desires and instead, embrace the will of God to abide forever in His love and grace.

St. Augustine preaches about the urgency of spiritual growth and readiness for the last hour, emphasizing the importance of clinging to the teachings of Christ and the Church as infants cling to their mother's breasts. He warns against antichrists who deny Jesus as the Christ, highlighting the significance of abiding in the truth and recognizing those who are contrary to Christ by their actions. St. Augustine encourages believers to remain steadfast in the face of temptations, knowing that they have the Holy Spirit's unction to guide them in discerning truth from lies and in staying rooted in Christ to receive the promise of eternal life.

St. Augustine preaches about the importance of abiding in God and living a righteous life, emphasizing the need to purify oneself and not be deceived by sin. He highlights the love of the Father in calling us His children, even though the world may not recognize us. Augustine encourages believers to have hope in Christ, strive for purity, and avoid being seduced by unrighteousness, as those who sin are of the devil. He explains the significance of Christ's manifestation to take away sin and destroy the works of the devil, pointing to the dual birth-stocks of Adam and Christ, where one leads to sin and the other to justification.

St. Augustine preaches about the importance of charity and love as the ultimate test of being born of God. He delves into the concept of sin and how one cannot claim to be without sin, yet emphasizes that those born of God do not continue in sin. Augustine highlights the significance of loving one another, drawing from the story of Cain and Abel to illustrate the contrast between the children of God and the children of the devil. He stresses that true love involves sacrificial actions, even to the point of laying down one's life for others, mirroring Christ's ultimate sacrifice.

St. Augustine preaches about the importance of discerning the spirits and testing them to see if they are from God. He emphasizes the need to look beyond words and examine deeds, particularly in relation to confessing that Jesus Christ came in the flesh. Those who have charity and love one another demonstrate the Spirit of God, while those who divide the Church, lack unity, and go against Christ's teachings are considered antichrists. St. Augustine urges believers to question their own hearts, seek unity, and abide in the love of God to discern the true Spirit.

St. Augustine preaches about the importance of love as a manifestation of God's presence within us, emphasizing that those who love are born of God and know Him, while those who do not love do not know God. He highlights that God's love was demonstrated through sending His Son as an Atoner for our sins, urging us to love one another as God has loved us. Augustine explains that charity, rooted in love, is the key to discerning between the spirit of truth and the spirit of error, and that all actions should be done in love to bear good fruit.

St. Augustine preaches about the importance of love, emphasizing that loving one another is a powerful way for God to abide in us and for His love to be perfected in us. He highlights the significance of confessing Jesus as the Son of God, which leads to God dwelling in us and us in God. Augustine urges believers to practice charity and mercy, not for the praise of men but for the glory of God, as true love is rooted in wishing well for others. He contrasts the works of pride, driven by self-glory, with the works of charity that are motivated by a genuine desire to help and uplift others. Augustine encourages the congregation to love their enemies, as in doing so, they are loving their brethren and imitating Christ's example of forgiveness and transformation.

St. Augustine preaches about the perfection of love through boldness in the day of judgment, emphasizing that perfect love casts out fear and leads to a deep connection with God. He highlights the importance of loving God and our brothers, stating that one cannot claim to love God while hating their brother. St. Augustine urges believers to cultivate a chaste fear that endures forever, rooted in love for God and others, as a sign of true transformation and readiness for God's kingdom.

St. Augustine preaches about the importance of believing in Jesus Christ and the inseparable connection between faith and love. He emphasizes that true faith is evidenced by love and obedience to God's commandments. St. Augustine highlights the significance of loving both God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, as a demonstration of our love for the entire Body of Christ. He explains that loving the sons of God is equivalent to loving God Himself, as they are all part of the same Body of Christ.

St. Augustine preaches on the psalms, highlighting the futility of raging against the Lord and His Christ, as seen in the kings and rulers who conspired against Jesus. He emphasizes the power and laughter of God in response to those who oppose His reign, ultimately leading to their judgment and His establishment as King over His Church. The sermon delves into the eternal generation of Christ, His inheritance of the nations, and the call for kings and judges to serve the Lord with fear and trembling, laying hold of discipline to avoid perishing from the righteous way.

St. Augustine preaches on Psalm 3, interpreting it as speaking in the Person of Christ, highlighting the betrayal by an undutiful disciple and the persecution faced by Christ. The Psalmist acknowledges God as the source of salvation and blessing, emphasizing the need for humility and reliance on God's grace. The passage is also viewed as a reflection of the Church and its Head, with prayers for deliverance and victory over enemies. Each believer is encouraged to trust in God's saving power, seek His intervention in times of trouble, and find strength in the resurrection and regeneration offered by the Lord.

St. Augustine preaches on the Psalms, highlighting the themes of righteousness, repentance, and hope in the Lord. He delves into the significance of being heard by God, the importance of being enlarged in heart through tribulations, and the need to turn from worldly desires to seek God's truth. St. Augustine emphasizes the sacrifice of righteousness through repentance and the seeking of internal goods rather than temporal pleasures. He encourages believers to be angry with their sins, to offer themselves as sacrifices to God, and to hope for the light of God's countenance within. The sermon concludes with a call to dwell in hope and singleness, awaiting the fulfillment of eternal promises.

St. Augustine preaches on the Psalms, highlighting the Church as the recipient of eternal life through Jesus Christ, signified as God's inheritance. The Psalms express a prayer for the Church to possess God and be blessed, while acknowledging the hindrances of sin and the need for God's mercy. The progression towards perfection is depicted through seeking God's justice, worshiping in fear, and desiring to be led by God. The Psalms also prophesy the fate of the ungodly and the eternal joy of the just who hope in God.

St. Augustine preaches on Psalm 6, reflecting on the day of judgment and the importance of turning to God in repentance. He delves into the symbolism of the number eight, representing the eternal life attained after the end of this world. Augustine emphasizes the need to let go of worldly desires and turn towards spiritual renewal, symbolized by the transition from living according to the body to living according to the soul. The psalmist's plea for healing and deliverance highlights the soul's struggle with sin and the longing for God's compassion and mercy. Through tears, prayers, and repentance, the soul seeks transformation and restoration, acknowledging its weaknesses and sins.

St. Augustine preaches on Psalm 7, reflecting on the story of Chusi, son of Jemini, who betrayed King David, drawing parallels to Judas betraying Jesus. He delves into the significance of names like Chusi (silence) and Achitophel (brother's ruin), connecting them to spiritual interpretations. The Psalmist acknowledges God's justice in punishing sinners and protecting the righteous, emphasizing the confession of God's justice rather than the confession of sins. The Psalmist praises God for His righteous judgment and the beauty of His creation, even in ordering the penalties for sinners.

St. Augustine preaches on Psalm 30, where David, the Mediator strong of hand in persecutions, expresses trust in God amidst trouble and persecution. The Psalm reflects the panic and failing faith of God's people facing persecution. David acknowledges God as his strength, refuge, and protector, seeking deliverance and salvation. Despite reproach and fear from enemies, David remains hopeful in God's mercy and protection, urging all saints to love the Lord and remain steadfast in faith.

St. Augustine delves into the symbolic meanings of wine-presses in the Psalms, interpreting them as representations of Churches, martyrdoms, and the process of separating the good from the bad within the Church. He explores the significance of wine-presses as places of spiritual refinement and growth, where worldly influences are separated from the faithful through the work of God's ministers. Augustine also reflects on the Divine Word being likened to grapes, emphasizing the importance of spiritual knowledge being enclosed within the husks of human understanding and gradually maturing into sound wisdom.

St. Augustine preaches on the hidden things of the Son, emphasizing the distinction between the manifest and hidden judgments of God, where the pain and trials in life serve as a purification or warning for conversion. He delves into the concept of two advents of the Lord, one past and one future, highlighting the importance of faith and belief in Jesus for salvation. St. Augustine also discusses the ultimate judgment where all will confess Jesus as the assigner of rewards and punishments, and the need to surrender to God's will to find refuge and hope in Him.

St. Augustine preaches on the Psalms, delving into the deep meanings behind the verses. He discusses the consequences of sin, the anger of the Lord towards the ungodly, and the importance of God's judgment. St. Augustine also explores the themes of humility, righteousness, and the ultimate reign of the Lord over all. He emphasizes the significance of God's intervention in the lives of the poor and the orphans, highlighting the need for hope and trust in God's justice and mercy.

The preacher from Greek Word Studies delves into the meaning of 'katartízō,' which signifies fitting or joining together to mend or repair, restoring to a former condition. This term is used in various contexts in the New Testament and the Septuagint, emphasizing equipping, restoring, and making whole. The essence of 'katartízō' is to prepare, equip, and supply what is lacking, ultimately restoring individuals to their intended purpose and completeness, especially in the face of trials and suffering.