C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the essential goodness of God, who patiently guides and nurtures us through our spiritual journey. He highlights that the Holy Spirit is the source of all spiritual good, prompting us towards good thoughts and actions, and that yielding to His influence transforms us into vessels of goodness. Spurgeon calls for reverence towards the Holy Spirit, urging believers to seek His aid in all endeavors and to honor Him in their lives. He asserts that the church's prosperity is tied to a deeper belief in the Holy Spirit's power and presence. Ultimately, the sermon encourages a relationship with the Holy Spirit that is marked by obedience and praise.

Andrew Murray emphasizes the distinction between spiritual and carnal Christians, explaining that while all believers have received the Holy Spirit, many remain carnal due to their unwillingness to yield fully to Him. He highlights that spiritual maturity requires growth and a willingness to deny self, as evidenced by the Corinthians' jealousy and strife. Murray stresses that true spiritual insight and understanding come from a life surrendered to the Holy Spirit, and that knowledge without love is ineffective. He calls Christians to embrace their identity as spiritual beings, allowing the Holy Spirit to transform their lives. Ultimately, he urges believers to seek a deeper relationship with God, marked by love and obedience.

Derek Prince explores the nature of the baptism of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing its dual aspects: the external immersion of the Holy Spirit and the internal reception of His presence. He explains that while many may receive the baptism, it does not guarantee they are filled with the Holy Spirit, as evidenced by the varying impacts on individuals' lives. Prince highlights the importance of personal responsibility in yielding to the Holy Spirit and the necessity of applying the principles of the cross to one's life. He warns against assuming that speaking in tongues equates to being filled with the Spirit, urging believers to examine their relationship with the Holy Spirit and the areas of their lives that may still be under the influence of the old nature or even demonic forces. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper commitment to allow the Holy Spirit to take full control of every aspect of life.