In this sermon, the speaker discusses how the preaching of the word of God defies analysis and critique. He mentions how scholars believe that Paul missed an opportunity in Athens by becoming philosophical instead of sharing the gospel. The speaker also shares a personal experience of witnessing a man being publicly berated for supposedly falling asleep during a sermon, but later realizing that the man was actually deeply moved by the message. The sermon emphasizes the importance of acknowledging God as the creator and the need for repentance, even if the message of the gospel seems outlandish and offensive to rationality.

In this sermon, the preacher talks about how Abraham was watched over and protected by the great King of righteousness. Abraham's victory in battle was attributed to the intervention of God. The preacher emphasizes the importance of learning from our mistakes and seeking God's grace when we fall. He also discusses how Abraham pursued his enemies and smote them, highlighting the importance of being open and honest in our actions and not hiding secrets. The preacher encourages the audience to bring their struggles and desires for change to God in prayer, just as Abraham lifted his hand to God.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being willing to be cruel in order to be kind when it comes to preaching the word of God. He argues that sometimes being hard and delivering harsh truths is necessary for the spiritual growth and salvation of individuals. The preacher also highlights the contrast between those who love death and hate God, and those who believe and cling to the message of repentance. He references biblical stories, such as the incident with the Ark of God and the obedience of the prophets, to illustrate the significance of faithfully delivering God's message without withholding judgment.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses various themes and events from the Bible. He starts by mentioning a woman who has done something significant before his burial, possibly referring to Mary anointing Jesus before his crucifixion. He then refers to a passage in the Gospel of Mark where Jesus mentions that the poor will always be present and can be helped whenever possible. The preacher then talks about a chapter in the Bible that foreshadows future battles in the Middle East. He also mentions the importance of remembering Jesus through the communion elements of bread and wine, as well as the act of offering tithes. The sermon concludes with a reminder that after experiencing a victory or spiritual high, it is crucial to remain vigilant as the enemy may try to take advantage of that moment.

Edwin H. Waldvogel emphasizes the significance of Jesus as our eternal high priest in the order of Melchizedek, contrasting Him with the Levitical priesthood. He explains that Jesus, through His sacrifice, intercedes for us before God, providing us with eternal salvation and the assurance of His mercy. Waldvogel highlights the importance of trusting in Jesus' blood for cleansing and the power of His resurrection life that sustains us. He encourages believers to rely on Christ's intercession and to surrender fully to His transformative work in their lives. Ultimately, he reassures that God has committed to saving us to the uttermost, as Jesus lives forever to make intercession for us.