In this sermon, the preacher discusses the common features observed in revivals. One of these features is a great hunger for the word of God, where people cannot hear it preached enough. As a result, churches often increase their services during revivals to accommodate the demand. Additionally, after the preaching of the word, some individuals may be so convicted and grieved that they stay behind, hoping for comfort or guidance from someone. The preacher also emphasizes the importance of not neglecting the history of the church and the works of God, as periods of spiritual declension are often associated with forgetfulness of God's dealings.

Chuck Smith addresses the irony of the people of Israel, who call themselves the house of Jacob yet live far from God, drawing parallels to modern Christians who bear the name but do not embody Christ-like values. He emphasizes the danger of trying to control the Spirit of God, as the people sought to silence prophets who called for repentance and moral integrity. Smith warns against the societal trend of labeling evil as good and the church's responsibility to uphold truth rather than conform to popular opinion. He concludes by affirming that the Spirit of God is not limited and is still capable of empowering believers to effect change in a deteriorating world.