In this sermon, the speaker discusses the issue of unemployment and aimlessness among young people in third world countries. He highlights the desperation of these individuals who would do anything to escape their circumstances and find a better life. The speaker also points out the contrast in attitude towards material possessions in Canada, where people are not content with just food and clothing. He suggests that God sometimes uses natural disasters and economic problems to get people's attention and remind them of their need for Him. The speaker emphasizes the decline of evangelicalism in Canada and expresses concern about the increasing crime rates in cities like Winnipeg. He also shares a personal story of a millionaire who experienced a spiritual transformation after being broken by God. The sermon concludes with a reminder to prioritize God's business above personal pursuits, citing biblical references.

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.