
William P. Nicholson
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Hindrances to Holiness
6.7K28:33ACT 8:14In this sermon, the preacher addresses the issue of living a defeated and discontented life despite one's desire, decision, determination, and devotion to the Lord. The preacher emphasizes the importance of making a complete surrender to God, just as the Allies demanded a non-conditional surrender during the war. He compares this surrender to the story of Ananias and Sapphira, who held back part of the price they were supposed to give to God. The preacher highlights the need for restitution and making things right with others before coming to the altar. He urges the listeners to examine their lives and ensure that all debts are paid, both financial and relational.
Blessed Assurance
3.6K28:16ISA 43:25MAT 6:33JHN 19:30ROM 10:132CO 5:17EPH 2:81JN 1:9In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal testimony of how he became a child of God and found salvation. He describes a moment when he was sitting at his mother's fireside, feeling lost and darkened, when suddenly God spoke to his soul and he felt convicted of his sin. He immediately accepted Jesus as his Savior and was saved. The speaker emphasizes the completeness and perfection of salvation through Jesus Christ, stating that nothing can be added or taken away from it. He also highlights the marvel of God's creation, such as the intricate design of the human hand, eye, and heart, and emphasizes the need for belief in our complete sinfulness and Jesus as a complete Savior.
The Sin That Has No Forgiveness
3.5K00:00PRO 29:1JER 8:20MAT 7:21LUK 13:24ROM 10:9In this sermon, the preacher expresses his frustration and desperation in trying to bring people to Christ. He emphasizes that he has done everything he can to warn and save souls, without seeking personal gain or favor. The preacher warns the audience about the consequences of rejecting God's offer of mercy and resisting the Holy Spirit. He shares a story from the Civil War to illustrate the urgency of accepting salvation before it is too late. The sermon also addresses the seriousness of taking part in religious rituals without true faith and warns against the dangers of forgetting God and harboring hatred in one's heart.
Power of Prayer
3.4K43:54MAT 7:7MAT 11:28JHN 14:1In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of being converted to Christianity in a moment's time. He emphasizes the importance of being born again and being part of God's family. The speaker also discusses his struggle with prayer and the doubts he faced when he didn't see immediate results. However, he eventually found a solution that has guided him for nearly sixty years - the power of prayer and waiting upon the Lord. The speaker highlights the instructions Jesus left regarding prayer and the Holy Spirit, and encourages believers to prioritize prayer over other activities.
W. P. Nicholson on Prayer
2.9K43:05JHN 14:13In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer in the life of a believer. They highlight how many people view prayer as just a religious activity or something to turn to when in trouble, but fail to recognize its true significance. The speaker also emphasizes that prayer is not just a personal matter, but a partnership with God in His work of saving and blessing people. They share a personal testimony of their own conversion experience and how it transformed their understanding of prayer. The sermon concludes with the reminder that being in a relationship with God and being born again is essential for effective prayer.
Unpardonable Sin
2.7K51:46PRO 1:20MRK 12:31LUK 18:11JHN 3:19In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the fact that preaching the gospel is a serious matter because it deals with the eternal destiny of human beings. He shares a story from the American Civil War to illustrate the urgency of the message. The preacher highlights the dangers of living in sin and the need for repentance and brokenness before God. He warns that sinning away the day of grace leads to a lack of recognition of one's need for salvation. The sermon emphasizes the importance of responding to the love of God and the means of grace provided by Him.
The Double Portion / the Baptism of the Spirit
1.7K57:002KI 2:1JER 17:5MAT 6:33MAT 16:24ROM 10:91CO 1:251CO 9:22In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being chosen by God to do His work, even if one feels insignificant or weak. He uses the analogy of wearing multiple layers of animal skins to illustrate the weight and responsibility of preaching the word of God. The preacher also highlights the need for a burning enthusiasm for God, rather than just a superficial love for Him. He warns against being complacent in one's faith and encourages listeners to seek a double portion of God's blessings through obedience and a willingness to be used by Him.
Collection of William P. Nicholson's Prayers - Volume 1
1.1K06:11PrayerMAT 6:33LUK 15:7ACT 4:12ROM 8:12CO 5:17EPH 2:81JN 1:9In this sermon, the preacher begins by expressing a desire for their ministry to end with joy and the smile of God upon them. They pray for deliverance from becoming weary and dry, and for the burden of salvation to be so strong that it becomes difficult for anyone to reject Jesus. The preacher emphasizes the importance of salvation and the joy, peace, and eternal life that it brings. They pray for those who are still without God and hope, hoping that this night will be the night of their decision and that many will go home knowing their sins are forgiven. The preacher also encourages believers to live a life in the center of God's will and not allow pride or preconceived notions to hinder their blessings. They pray for young people to surrender their lives to God and become missionaries, and for the salvation of lost souls. The sermon concludes with a prayer for the ministry to finish with joy and for the blessings of God to be upon all.