Horatius Bonar reflects on the vision of Israel from the rocks, emphasizing the contrast between the ruggedness of the present world and the glory of the promised land. He describes the church as a pilgrim band, sustained by God, delivered from bondage, and loved with an infinite love. Bonar encourages believers to look forward to their eternal home, where they will experience peace, joy, and the fullness of God's presence. The sermon highlights the importance of recognizing our current struggles while keeping our eyes on the hope of salvation and the glorious future that awaits us.

Hannah More emphasizes the journey of life as a pilgrimage, where believers are reminded to live in faith as strangers on earth, preparing for their eternal home. She illustrates how many are distracted by earthly desires and neglect the preparation needed for their ultimate destination, often clinging to temporary pleasures instead of focusing on the eternal promises of God. The sermon warns against the folly of hoarding earthly treasures, which cannot be taken into the afterlife, and encourages believers to use their time wisely in preparation for the journey ahead. More calls for a shift in focus from the transient to the eternal, urging the faithful to embrace their identity as pilgrims and to seek the things above. Ultimately, she reassures that God provides a better inheritance for those who remain faithful.

F.B. Meyer emphasizes the life of Abram as a model for pilgrims of faith, illustrating how he journeyed through life as a stranger and sojourner, focused on eternal promises rather than earthly possessions. Meyer highlights three key aspects of Abram's life: the tent symbolizing his detachment from worldly concerns, the altar representing his commitment to worship and sacrifice, and the promise of God that guided his path. He encourages believers to adopt a similar mindset, living as pilgrims with a focus on the eternal city, while also establishing altars of worship in their lives. The sermon calls for a separation from worldly distractions and a deeper commitment to faith and family worship, reminding us that obedience to God leads to the fulfillment of His promises.

John Nelson Darby emphasizes the journey of believers as pilgrims, exploring themes such as sin, grace, faith, and the importance of communion with God. He highlights the necessity of recognizing our dependence on Christ and the transformative power of His love and grace in overcoming trials and conflicts. Darby encourages believers to grow in their relationship with God, to bear their crosses, and to look unto Jesus as the ultimate source of strength and guidance in their spiritual walk.