In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing gratitude to God for his love, mercy, and grace. The sermon then focuses on the story of the Israelites in the book of Judges, specifically in chapter 4. Despite experiencing 80 years of peace and rest after crying out to God, the Israelites once again fall into sin and are sold into slavery by the King of Canaan. However, God raises up Deborah, a prophetess, to deliver them from their oppression. The sermon concludes by highlighting God's power and faithfulness in subduing their enemies.

K.P. Yohannan addresses the decline of passion and vision in movements over time, illustrating how organizations can shift from being vibrant and radical to becoming rigid and bureaucratic. He reflects on the historical trajectory of movements like the YMCA and the Salvation Army, emphasizing the need for continual renewal and adaptation to avoid stagnation. Yohannan warns against the dangers of prioritizing structure over heart, and external rewards over genuine service, which can lead to a transactional mindset. He encourages a return to servanthood and faithfulness, highlighting that true value lies in a heart willing to serve rather than in titles or recognition. The sermon calls for introspection on how individuals and organizations can maintain their original zeal and purpose.

Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about finding peace of heart through perfect resignation to the will of God, emphasizing the importance of simplicity, calmness of spirit, surrendering to God's will, patience, tolerance for others' faults, and acknowledging our own faults with candor and docility. She highlights that troubles arise from not accepting everything with sufficient resignation to God, encouraging the congregation to put all things in God's hands and offer them as a sacrifice. True freedom from anxieties and retrospects comes when one stops wanting things to align with personal judgment and accepts whatever God sends.