Samuel Logan Brengle reflects on his lifelong engagement with the Bible, emphasizing its timeless relevance and the profound lessons drawn from the lives of ancient prophets. He shares the struggles and triumphs of these prophets, highlighting their unwavering commitment to God despite facing immense challenges and societal opposition. Brengle illustrates how their messages resonate with contemporary issues, urging believers to seek divine guidance and strength in their own lives. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the character of God through the prophets, who reveal His holiness, love, and justice. Ultimately, Brengle finds companionship and inspiration in the prophets, encouraging others to do the same.

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of recognizing the voices of the prophets, as many hear the Scriptures without understanding their deeper meaning. He warns that the tragic outcome of ignoring these voices leads to spiritual blindness and a failure to recognize Christ, the central message of the prophets. The sermon highlights the importance of spiritual hearing and the consequences of failing to discern God's voice, particularly in the context of Jeremiah's prophetic ministry. Sparks draws parallels between Jeremiah's time of spiritual decline and the present day, urging believers to heed the warnings and messages of the prophets. Ultimately, the measure of our faith is determined by how much of Christ is reflected in our lives.

R.A. Torrey explores John the Baptist's moment of doubt while imprisoned, questioning whether Jesus is truly the Messiah. Despite his earlier confidence, John's circumstances led him to seek reassurance from Jesus, who responded not with lengthy arguments but by pointing to His miraculous works as evidence of His divine identity. Torrey emphasizes that Jesus affirmed John's role as a prophet and the greatest among those born of women, while also highlighting the mixed reception of John's message by the people. The sermon concludes with a reflection on the unreasonableness of the generation that rejected both John and Jesus, illustrating the importance of accepting God's counsel.