In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob's encounter with God at a seemingly desolate place. Jacob, feeling homesick and lonely, finds himself in a situation where he believes he is in a god-forsaken spot. However, it is in this very place that he has a personal meeting with God. The preacher emphasizes that God often reveals Himself in unlikely situations and that even when we feel abandoned, God is present. The sermon also highlights the promise made to Jacob that from his seed, the Messiah would come and bless all the families of the earth. The preacher encourages listeners to have a personal encounter with Jesus Christ and recognize that even in the most unlikely places, God is present.

John Piper preaches about the evil origin of a good king, tracing the lineage of kings in Israel back to the period of Samuel and the people's demand for a king like other nations. Despite the sinful beginnings, God's sovereign purposes prevail, using even the sins of His people to fulfill His plans. The sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing past deeds of God, repenting from sin, and trusting in God's grace and faithfulness, even in the face of irreversible consequences.