W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of hope in the Christian faith, as mentioned in Colossians 1:4-5, where believers are encouraged to look forward to the hope laid up for them in heaven. This hope is not just wishful thinking but a confident expectation rooted in the promise of God's goodness and wisdom, as seen in various biblical references. The sermon highlights that true Christian hope is a result of our union with God in Christ, with its focus on the glorious return of Jesus and the eternal joys of heaven.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of faith, love, and hope in the Christian life, highlighting how faith looks backward and upward, love looks outward, and hope looks forward. While faith accepts and love works, hope presses toward the future, especially in anticipation of the coming of the Lord. Faith is rooted in a person who promises, while hope is focused on the fulfillment of those promises, making them essential components of a complete Christian life.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of being filled with the knowledge of God's will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding to avoid being misled by false doctrines. He highlights the necessity of daily and direct study of the Word of God, illuminated by the Spirit of God, to truly know and understand God's plan for our lives. Thomas explains that through consistent engagement with the Bible, our perception, morals, emotions, and willpower are purified, enlightened, controlled, and energized, leading us to a deeper understanding and application of God's will in every aspect of our lives.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of unity among Christians, highlighting the strength that comes from being joined together in love. He warns against the dangers of disunion, as it can weaken the cause of Christ and provide an opening for the enemy to attack. Thomas stresses that love is the key to binding Christians together, even if they have differences in beliefs or practices, as God's love unites us to Him and to one another.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the believer's completeness in Christ, highlighting the spiritual power that comes from being united with Him. The union with Christ is depicted through being circumcised, buried, raised, and made alive with Him, emphasizing a deep spiritual fellowship. This union is rooted in faith, connecting us to God for grace and power, and identifying us with Christ in His death, burial, resurrection, and ascension, leading to a spiritual unity that guards against falsehood and guides us in victorious living.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the believers' spiritual resurrection with Christ, urging them to focus on heavenly things where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. This resurrection is not a mere possibility but a definite reality, establishing their spiritual identity and position in Christ. The resurrection serves as proof of their acceptance in Christ, a pattern for holy living, a source of power for Christian character and service, a promise of future physical resurrection, and a pledge of eternal life. Through their union with Christ, believers are seen by God as having shared in His resurrection and are called to live in light of this profound truth.

W.H. Griffith Thomas delves into the profound role of prophets in both the Old and New Testaments, emphasizing the necessity of a divine call, conviction of sin, confession, cleansing, consecration, and communion with God in a minister's life. He highlights the power of the Word of God as the primary instrument in a prophet's work, urging ministers to possess, proclaim, and live out the Word faithfully, as it has the power to convict, commission, commune, and constrain. Thomas also warns about the peril of false prophets, who prophesy out of their own hearts, emphasizing the importance of manliness and godliness in a minister's life to avoid hypocrisy and maintain authenticity in their service.

W.H. Griffith Thomas preaches about the importance of ministerial work, focusing on the preparation, plans, protection, proofs, and the call to service, character of the worker, and the consequence of labor. The sermon emphasizes the need for personal contact with Christ, the significance of a true confession of faith in Jesus Christ as the Son of God, and the assurance and authority that come from a genuine experience with the Master. It highlights the principles of ministry, including prayer, preaching peace, and the importance of maintaining a constant dependence on God for guidance and strength.

W.H. Griffith Thomas preaches about the importance of the Christian ministry, focusing on the qualities of sincerity, certitude, limitations, responsibility, aspects, and the foundation of the ministry. He emphasizes the need for ministers to have genuine sincerity in motive, speech, and action, to be certain in their faith in Christ, to persuade others with fear and love, and to represent Christ as ambassadors of reconciliation. Thomas highlights the significance of character in the ministry, urging ministers to live a life that commends their service to God through suffering, action, and being, all rooted in a deep communion with God through prayer and the Bible.

Dr. W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of the Scriptures in the ministry, urging ministers to be fully awake, spiritually alert, and keen, avoiding drowsiness and self-indulgence. He highlights the necessity of enduring afflictions, sacrificing, and being prepared to suffer for the Gospel. The call to do the work of an evangelist is emphasized, reminding ministers to proclaim the Good News with a message of salvation and hope. Lastly, he stresses the need for ministers to fully discharge their ministry, making full proof of it by being completely furnished for every good work, maintaining spiritual vitality through continual study of the Word, trust in Christ, and perseverance in the ministry.

W.H. Griffith Thomas preaches on the qualifications and characteristics of a Deacon as outlined in Acts 6:3 and 1 Timothy 3:8-13, emphasizing the importance of personal integrity, wisdom, and being filled with the Holy Spirit. The sermon highlights the need for Deacons to have a good reputation, practical wisdom, temperance, liberality, sincerity, and to be tested for their faithfulness and genuineness. The Deacon is called to be ready for service, maintain a genuine character, eagerly await the Lord's return, be alert in activity, and endure faithfully, with the promise of blessedness and honor from Christ upon His return.

W.H. Griffith Thomas preaches about the importance of a Divine call to the ministry, emphasizing the necessity of being inwardly moved by the Holy Ghost. He highlights the proofs of a Divine call, including an intense desire, converging circumstances, indications of qualifications, approval of wise friends, and a measure of blessing on one's work. The sermon also stresses the assurance that comes from being inwardly moved by the Holy Ghost, balancing confidence with humility in responding to God's call.

W.H. Griffith Thomas preaches about the importance of maintaining peace, unity, and love among Christian people, emphasizing the need to avoid discord and promote harmony within the Church. He highlights the significance of upholding truth, love, and wisdom in all interactions, both within the congregation and with those outside the Church. The sermon focuses on the dual role of a minister in waging war against erroneous doctrines while also being a peacemaker, fostering understanding and goodwill among diverse groups. The ultimate goal is to create a community marked by quietness, peace, and love, reflecting the spirit of Christ.

W.H. Griffith Thomas preaches about the high dignity, weighty office, and responsibility of the Church of England ministry, emphasizing the essential idea that a minister is first and foremost a man of God, a servant of God to His people. The sermon highlights the roles of Messengers, Watchmen, and Stewards in relation to God, the Word, and the Church, respectively. It also stresses the demands on the ministry to teach, admonish, feed, and provide for the Lord's family, as well as to seek and save the lost sheep. The sermon underscores the importance of prayer, Bible study, holy living, and concentration of purpose as conditions for ministerial power and the outflow of growth, holiness, and spiritual influence.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of a meticulous and heartfelt rendering of the Prayer Book Services by clergy, focusing on the requisites of good reading: Distinctness, Intelligence, and Impressiveness. He warns against the dangers of slovenliness and monotony due to constant repetition, urging for proper care and regular practice to maintain spirituality. Griffith Thomas provides detailed suggestions and considerations for Morning and Evening Prayer, the Lessons, the Collects, the Litany, and the Holy Communion, highlighting the significance of proper pronunciation, emphasis, and pauses to convey the message effectively and reverently.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of preaching, highlighting the tendency to neglect preaching in modern times and the detrimental effects of poor preaching. He stresses the necessity of strong ministry and effective Church through preaching, drawing examples from the Old Testament prophets, Jesus, and the Apostles. Thomas discusses the historical significance of preaching in maintaining the purity and strength of the Church, citing examples from Church history. He urges theological students and clergy to prioritize preaching, dedicating time, effort, and thought to sermon preparation for spiritual prosperity.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of different types of sermons, including expository, biographical, topical, and sermons tailored to specific audiences like children, men, boys, mothers, and evidential sermons. He highlights the need for a dominant theme, clear message, definite aim, right attitude, and true methods in preaching. Thomas stresses the significance of daily Bible study and meditation for a preacher's perennial freshness and effectiveness in delivering sermons.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of pastoral sermons in the settled pastorate, focusing on the ministry to believers for the edification of the Body of Christ. He highlights the need for training Christians to become evangelists and workers for Christ, stressing the significance of 'edification' in all aspects of Christian Church life. Additionally, he discusses the essential elements of evangelistic sermons, such as teaching on ruin by the Fall, redemption by the Blood, and regeneration by the Spirit, and the importance of offering Christ for present acceptance. Thomas also provides practical advice on sermon preparation, storage of sermon materials, and the art of open-air preaching, urging preachers to be thorough, tactful, and earnest in their delivery.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of the Confirmation season as a significant opportunity for clergy to have personal dealings with individual souls, especially at an impressionable time in the candidates' lives. He stresses the need for clergy to be spiritually prepared themselves to guide candidates effectively towards a genuine personal connection with Christ. The preparation for Confirmation involves more than just instruction; it should also focus on inspiration and personal influence, aiming for a true encounter with Christ as Savior and Master. The process includes personal interviews, careful consideration of devotional life, and detailed instruction to ensure candidates understand the significance of Confirmation and are spiritually ready for the experience.

W.H. Griffith Thomas preaches on the significance of Confirmation, emphasizing the full understanding and personal commitment to the Christian faith. He highlights the two aspects of the Christian life: surrendering to God and receiving God's grace. The sermon delves into the importance of repentance, trust in God, and obedience to His Word as essential components of personal Christianity. It also stresses the need for prayer, daily Bible reading, and participation in the Holy Communion as means of receiving God's grace and staying connected to Him.

In this sermon, W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of Bible Classes in parochial work, highlighting the positive teaching and discussion opportunities they provide. He stresses the significance of Men's Classes, noting that winning men can influence their families positively. Organizing Men's Bible Classes involves regular meetings, thorough preparation, varied subjects, and fostering discussion. Similarly, Women's Classes require clear, personal teaching and a cheerful teaching atmosphere to brighten the often monotonous lives of working women. For Children's Classes, the focus should be on causing learning rather than mere telling, with a recommendation for doctrinal work using Lessons for Juniors by Dr. Eugene and Miss S. G. Stock.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of Foreign Missions in every ministry, highlighting how it reflects the clergyman's spiritual life and the need for a genuine missionary spirit. He discusses various methods of work for furthering worldwide evangelization, including studying New Testament principles, engaging in missionary reading and study, and organizing missionary prayer meetings and sermons. Additionally, he stresses the significance of supporting Medical Missions, subscribing to missionary magazines, and focusing on Jewish missionary work. The sermon underscores the clergyman's pivotal role in fostering a parish's interest and involvement in Missions through personal dedication and active engagement.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of Prayer Meetings in the Church, stating that it is the 'big wheel' that drives parish work and should not be neglected. He highlights the necessity of regular Prayer Meetings for the strength and growth of the Church, drawing comparisons to the effectiveness of Methodism and Evangelicalism. Additionally, he provides guidance on the conduct of Prayer Meetings, emphasizing punctuality, brevity in speeches, the use of devotional hymns, and the inclusion of variety through sentence prayers and devotional choruses.

W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the clergyman's awareness of social ills and the moral responsibility to address them, highlighting the need for social reform and the implicit social program in the Gospel. He discusses the importance of individual evangelization through the Gospel and the distinction between personal regeneration and social regeneration. Thomas stresses the role of the Church in uplifting the material life of people while cautioning against identifying Christianity with specific social or economic reform schemes. He encourages clergy to join Christian Social Union, engage in temperance work, and support the Peace Movement for social reform.

W.H. Griffith Thomas preaches on the importance of letting the peace of God rule in our hearts, emphasizing that this peace assures us of acceptance with God and provides protection. The peace of Christ is meant to be the arbiter in our lives, settling conflicts of thoughts and feelings, and revealing God's will. This divine peace is especially powerful in the unity of the body of Christ, the Church, where believers are called to experience and maintain peace.