Charles Finney, as adapted by Jonathan Duttweiler, emphasizes that true revival in America is desperately needed but currently absent. He critiques the superficial excitement and church growth that lacks genuine transformation, contrasting it with the profound revivals of the past that reshaped nations. Finney argues that revival must start within the church, requiring deep conviction, repentance, and a return to Godly living, rather than merely seeking blessings or prosperity. He calls for a return to fervent prayer, the filling of the Holy Spirit, and a commitment to preaching the unvarnished truth of God's Word. Only through wholehearted submission to God's truth can America hope to experience a genuine revival.