In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Jacob arriving in a new land and encountering his cousin Rachel. Jacob immediately takes charge and instructs the shepherds on how to water their sheep. Rachel, who is responsible for tending the sheep, arrives and Jacob helps her by rolling the stone from the well's mouth to water the flock. The speaker highlights Jacob's independent nature and his tendency to make his own rules. However, the speaker also emphasizes that Jacob has a lot to learn, and his uncle Laban will play a significant role in teaching him important lessons.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God is not just a passive observer of our struggles and suffering. He takes action to deliver His people from their hardships. The preacher also highlights the importance of not getting too attached to material possessions, as they can easily be taken away. Instead, our focus should be on the things of the Spirit and God's eternal kingdom. The sermon references the story of Moses and the Israelites in Egypt, where they faced oppression and hardship, but ultimately God delivered them.