In his sermon, Michael Seewald introduces a new series on the attributes of God, emphasizing the profound impact that understanding these attributes can have on believers. He starts by addressing potential concerns about the abstractness of theological concepts, asserting that truly knowing God illuminates all other aspects of life, as God is light in contrast to darkness. Drawing parallels between experiencing a solar eclipse and understanding God's glory, Seewald illustrates how God’s majesty, though overwhelming, is also deeply revealing and transformative.

Seewald continues by discussing the reactions of biblical figures like Moses to God's overwhelming presence, which typically evoked fear and humility. This reaction underscores the vast difference between God’s holiness and human sinfulness. He contrasts this with God’s approachability through Jesus Christ, who represents the ultimate revelation of God’s character. Christ's incarnation, teachings, miracles, and particularly His sacrificial death, reveal God’s glory in ways that are accessible only through faith.

The sermon further explores the idea that the fear of God is the beginning of wisdom, highlighting that true knowledge of God comes not from human achievement but through a humble and repentant heart. Seewald encourages his listeners to view their everyday experiences and the natural world around them as manifestations of God's glory, urging an attitude of continual worship and reflection on God’s attributes.

Ultimately, Seewald's message is about the transformative power of beholding God's glory. He stresses that while the attributes of God may initially evoke fear or awe, they also draw believers into a deeper relationship with God through worship and humble acknowledgment of His majesty and grace.

In the sermon delivered by James Fetterly, he introduces a forthcoming series on the attributes of God, sparking anticipation for deepening understanding among his audience. The sermon then transitions to a focused exploration of the significance of Christ's crucifixion, rooted in the biblical narrative and emphasizing the prophetic declarations Jesus made about his own suffering, death, and resurrection as detailed in various passages from the Gospel of Luke. Fetterly elaborates on the critical theological concept that Christ’s blood, shed on the cross, stands at the core of Christian faith, serving as the means for redemption, propitiation, cleansing, forgiveness, and reconciliation between God and humanity.

He encourages his listeners to delve into Scripture to discover at least ten ways in which Christ’s blood benefits believers, citing examples from Acts, Ephesians, 1 Peter, Romans, Hebrews, and Revelation to illustrate these benefits. The sermon emphasizes the blood of Christ as not only a sacrificial element but also as foundational to the Christian experience of salvation, sanctification, and ultimate communion with God. Fetterly concludes by leading a prayer that acknowledges the profound spiritual and communal implications of Christ's blood, urging reflection on its transformative power in the lives of believers. The sermon serves to prepare the congregation for a deeper engagement with their faith through the upcoming teaching series and reinforces the central role of Christ’s sacrifice in Christian doctrine and personal salvation.

Jonathan Chance's sermon, titled "Hope and Joy on the Racetrack of Tests and Trials and Suffering," focuses on finding joy and hope amidst life's challenges for believers in Christ. He emphasizes that, unlike others who may attribute their hardships to bad luck or hold onto a false hope, Christians have a firm hope rooted in Jesus Christ. Key biblical passages include Romans 5:1-5 and Hebrews 12, highlighting that suffering fosters endurance, character, and ultimately hope that doesn't disappoint because it's anchored in God's love and promises.

Chance outlines various types of life tests such as the deception of false prophets, the testing of faith like Abraham's, and moral challenges exemplified by Joseph's refusal of Potiphar's wife. Each example is intended to strengthen believers' trust in God and deepen their understanding of His word.

In his concluding remarks, Chance encourages his audience to endure life's trials by focusing on Jesus, the "founder and perfecter of our faith," who endured the cross for the joy of saving his followers. The sermon wraps up with a call to persevere in faith, keeping sight of the eternal rewards in Christ, contrasting worldly pursuits which ultimately lead to emptiness.