In this sermon, the preacher talks about the power of the word of God as a weapon. He shares the story of William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army, who fearlessly marched his soldiers into crime-infested areas to bring the message of God's love. Despite facing violence and opposition, Booth's soldiers, including former prostitutes and criminals, were transformed by their encounter with God. The preacher emphasizes the importance of personal surrender to Jesus Christ and the willingness to deny oneself for the privilege of carrying the cross.

Art Katz emphasizes the necessity of dying to the self-life in order to experience the true light and glory of God. He draws on T. Austin Sparks' insights, highlighting that even virtuous actions can stem from the self-life, which must be surrendered for true sanctification. Katz warns that many resist this process, preferring the comfort of revival over the hard choices of the Cross. He calls for a deep examination of our relationship with God, urging believers to recognize their ungodliness and the need for a transformative crisis. Ultimately, he challenges the church to seek a genuine encounter with God's presence, rather than settling for superficial improvements.

Chuck Smith discusses the concept of the 'Death March' in relation to humanity's struggles and Christ's sacrifice. He highlights the plight of the four lepers and Esther's courageous declaration, emphasizing that while many face death due to their own sins, Christ's death march was for the sins of others. Smith points out that Jesus was abandoned by most of His followers during this time, yet He understood the true significance of His sacrifice and the promise of resurrection. He concludes by urging listeners to embrace their own 'death march' by dying to self in order to find true life in Christ.

Art Katz emphasizes that the core issues causing division in the Body of Christ stem from fear, insecurity, and mistrust rather than mere doctrinal differences. He argues that true preaching should provoke a crisis that leads believers to confront their realities and seek mercy, rather than allowing them to remain comfortable in their status quo. Katz warns against moral cowardice that leads to a hardening of hearts, resulting in shallow and unfulfilled lives. He calls for a radical redemption and a willingness to embrace the discomfort of dying to self, which is essential for spiritual growth. Ultimately, he encourages believers to trust God fully, even in the face of fear and uncertainty, as true resurrection and life await on the other side of the Cross.

In this sermon, the preacher, Booth, is described as a fearless leader who marches his soldiers into dangerous and crime-infested areas. He dresses his soldiers in unique and cheap uniforms, but equips them with one powerful weapon - the gospel. Booth teaches and prays for these former drunks, transforming them into holy men of God. The sermon emphasizes the sacrifice and worthiness of spreading the message of Jesus, comparing it to the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross. The preacher also mentions a powerful moment where even the prostitutes in the brothels were moved to repentance and brokenness before God's love.

Keith Daniel emphasizes the necessity of having a personal Calvary experience to achieve a vital relationship with God and to be effectively used for His purposes. He shares personal anecdotes and biblical principles, illustrating that true fruitfulness in a Christian's life comes from dying to self and fully surrendering to God's will. Daniel challenges the congregation to seek God earnestly and to lay their lives on the altar, highlighting that only through such surrender can they expect God to answer their prayers and bring about transformation in their lives and the lives of others.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significant spiritual journey from Horeb to Kadesh-barnea, illustrating how the eleven-day journey turned into forty years due to the 'distance of difference' between God and His people. He explains that this distance is not merely geographical but reflects the profound gap between the spirituality of Christ and the fleshly nature of humanity. The sermon highlights the necessity of dying to self and the importance of understanding that true Christianity requires a transformation of the mind and spirit, rather than just a transfer of our natural abilities to serve God. Sparks urges believers to recognize that spiritual progress is contingent upon yielding to God's work in our lives, ultimately leading to a deeper relationship with Christ. He concludes by calling for a heart that is open to the Spirit's transformative work, bridging the gap between ourselves and Christ.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that believing in Jesus is not enough, there is something more that God needs to do in us. The preacher refers to the Gospel of John and explains that there is one Gospel told by four different people. He compares the Gospels to the different parts of the Tabernacle, with John being the holy place and John 17 being the holy of holies. The primary purpose of Jesus coming into the world was not just to save sinners from hell, but to bring glory to the Son of man. The preacher also encourages the audience to seek God's vision and be willing to give their all for Him.