In this sermon, the speaker discusses the history of Israel and their rebellion against God. He mentions how God had made a covenant with David that there would always be a king from his seed on the throne. However, the people of Israel set up Jeroboam as their king and began worshiping golden calves instead of God. The speaker also talks about the decline of the nation under the reign of Rehoboam and expresses concern about the rapid downward trend of their nation. He emphasizes the importance of turning back to God and seeking His forgiveness in order to heal the land.

F.B. Meyer emphasizes that the Lord stirred up the spirit of Cyrus to fulfill the prophecy of the return of the Jewish captives from Babylon, as foretold by Jeremiah and Isaiah. He highlights the importance of prayer, as exemplified by Daniel, in influencing leaders and initiating divine movements. Meyer notes that while God can stir hearts, obedience is essential, and sadly, only a few of the Jewish captives responded to the call to return. He encourages believers to rise up and act whenever they feel a divine stirring in their lives. Ultimately, the sermon calls for faith and responsiveness to God's leading.

Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the assurance of victory in God's battles, emphasizing the presence of the Lord as our fighter and captain. She highlights the importance of trust, faith, and courage in the face of defeat and temptations, reminding believers that God is invincible and will conquer through us. Tileston encourages maintaining unity with God's will to ensure final victory and emphasizes the need for persisting courage and cheerfulness to overcome challenges.