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.

In this sermon, Chuck Smith discusses the worship of false gods and how it is ingrained in human nature. He highlights the tendency of parents to praise their children for every little development, which can lead to a desire for constant sensation and pleasure. Smith also mentions the worship of Mammon, representing the worship of material things and money. He emphasizes the need to turn our lives fully over to God and become like Jesus, as a man becomes like his god. Smith concludes by urging listeners to seek the Lord and rid their lives of idols.