In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of examining our motives rather than just our actions. He shares a personal story of listening to a preacher who spoke about the judgment seat of Christ and how it impacted a prominent church leader. The preacher encourages the audience to disconnect from worldly distractions and focus on their relationship with God. He urges them to seek purity, a new vision, and a deeper prayer life. The sermon concludes with a reminder that finding peace, courage, and power can only be achieved through Jesus.

Chuck Smith emphasizes the role of Moses as God's representative, illustrating how the people learned about God through Moses' actions and words. He highlights the immense responsibility that comes with representing God, noting that people's perceptions of God are shaped by the representatives they observe. Smith also discusses Moses' failure at Meribah, where his actions misrepresented God's character, leading to significant consequences. Ultimately, he calls on Christians to recognize their privilege and responsibility as representatives of Christ, urging them to yield to the Holy Spirit for guidance. The sermon serves as a reminder that how we live reflects on our faith and influences others' understanding of God.