R.A. Torrey explores the contrasting responses of the Gentiles and Jews to Jesus in John 12:20-50, emphasizing the Greeks' desire to see Jesus and the Jews' rejection of Him despite witnessing His miracles. He highlights the necessity of sacrifice for true discipleship and the consequences of unbelief, illustrating how the Jews' refusal to accept Jesus fulfilled prophetic warnings. Torrey underscores that while the Gentiles sought the light of Christ, the Jews remained blinded by their own choices, ultimately leading to their spiritual downfall. The sermon calls for a genuine pursuit of Jesus and warns against the dangers of valuing human approval over divine truth.

John Nelson Darby contrasts the lives of Lot and Abram, emphasizing the differences in their faith and relationship with God. While Abram walks closely with God and enjoys peace and joy, Lot, despite being a righteous man, is vexed by his surroundings due to his worldly choices. Lot's decision to choose the well-watered plains of Jordan reveals his lack of faith and leads to trials stemming from his unbelief. Darby illustrates that true faith requires a heart set on God's promises, while worldly-mindedness results in uncertainty and spiritual vexation. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to recognize the importance of walking in faith and the dangers of compromising with the world.

R.A. Torrey emphasizes the dire state of those who are without Christ, focusing on the phrase 'having no hope' from Ephesians 2:12. He illustrates the despair of living without hope through various scenarios, explaining that true hope is rooted in the existence of a loving God, the truth of the Bible, and personal acceptance of Christ as Savior. Torrey warns that those who deny these truths face a bleak future both in this life and the next, while believers in Christ possess a profound hope for both present and eternal life. Ultimately, he challenges the audience to choose between the hopelessness of a life without Christ and the glorious hope found in Him.