Thomas Manton preaches about the significance of being included in Christ's prayers, emphasizing the distinction between those who belong to God and those who are of the world. He highlights the need for believers to separate themselves from worldly influences and desires in order to fully experience the benefits of Christ's intercession. Manton stresses the importance of striving to be among those for whom Christ prays, as being excluded from His prayers can lead to spiritual decline and separation from God.

Thomas Manton preaches about the reciprocal relationship between glorifying Christ and receiving His intercession and acknowledgment in heaven. Those who confess and honor Christ on earth will be confessed and honored by Him before the Father in heaven. However, those who disown Christ by seeking selfish gains will not be acknowledged by Him. It is crucial to prioritize glorifying Christ in all we do to receive His blessings and favor.

Thomas Manton preaches about the continuous presence of Christ in heaven, emphasizing that His absence does not hinder believers from having a spiritual connection with Him. Despite His exalted position, Christ remains a compassionate high priest who is deeply concerned for His church and is able to empathize with our weaknesses. His heavenly residence does not diminish His ability to minister to us and provide for our needs.

Thomas Manton preaches about how Christ, as the captain of our salvation, was made perfect through sufferings, experiencing all trials and hardships that His servants may face, including poverty, forsakenness, and pain, allowing Him to empathize and pity us in our struggles. By taking on our nature and miseries, Christ offers a pledge to help and have compassion on us, having a deep understanding of the human experience and the challenges we encounter in this world.

Thomas Manton preaches about the temporary nature of worldly possessions and the enduring nature of God's Word. He emphasizes the importance of seeking eternal treasures over temporary pleasures, as everything in the world is passing away. Manton encourages focusing on the immortal soul's need for eternal good and the lasting riches found in righteousness. He warns against being content with outward happiness that fades away, urging the congregation to prioritize the better, eternal part that cannot be taken away.

Thomas Manton preaches about the perfect unity believers have with God through Christ, emphasizing that God's love for us is rooted in His love for Christ. Believers are accepted by God through Jesus Christ, who reconciles us to Him and makes us pleasing in His sight. The love God has for us is ultimately because of Christ's obedience and merit, as shown in John 3:16 where God gave His Son out of love for the world.

Thomas Manton preaches about the mystical yet real union believers have with Christ, emphasizing the spiritual truth of this connection. He delves into the various terms used in the Bible to describe this union, highlighting that it goes beyond mere relation to a deep, mysterious unity. The sermon explores the profound mystery of Christ being in believers and believers dwelling in God, drawing parallels to similitudes like head and members, root and branches, and marriage. Manton underscores that this union is not just a concept from scripture but a genuine work of the Spirit.