In this sermon, the preacher begins by reading a passage from the book of 2 Kings, where Elijah is taken up to heaven by a whirlwind. The preacher then shifts to discussing the story of John the Baptist, who is in prison and facing a difficult situation. Despite his circumstances, John remains devoted to his calling and continues to proclaim the coming of the Messiah. The preacher emphasizes the importance of holding on to faith and not giving up, using the example of Elisha who refused to let go of Elijah until he received a blessing. The sermon concludes by encouraging the listeners to have confidence in God's unshakable kingdom and to seek a substantial and sure foundation in their faith.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the parable of the sower from the Bible. He explains that when the sower sows the seed, it falls on different types of ground, representing different responses to the word of God. Some people receive the word with gladness but lack a deep understanding and root in their faith. The preacher also discusses how people can be easily offended and turn towards false spiritual reasoning when things don't go as they expected. He emphasizes the importance of not being offended in Jesus and highlights the miracles and blessings that come from following Him.

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a calendar he saw a few years ago that depicted three scenes with a common theme. The first scene shows a young boy coming out of a home at night, holding a torch in his hand. The speaker emphasizes the significance of understanding the message in the passage, rather than ignoring it. He also highlights the connection between the previous passage about a man casting out demons and the upcoming passage from verse 42. The main point is that even seemingly insignificant good deeds done in Christ's name will be rewarded.