Charles Finney emphasizes the conditions necessary for experiencing divine manifestations, asserting that love for God is demonstrated through obedience to His commandments. He explains that true acceptance with God requires a heart fully committed to obeying His law, and that such obedience is rooted in faith. Finney highlights that God promises to manifest Himself to those who love Him and keep His words, and he encourages believers to seek these manifestations earnestly, ensuring their motives align with glorifying God. The preacher warns against seeking divine experiences for selfish reasons, as true manifestations come from a pure heart and sincere obedience.

John Fletcher explores the reasons behind God's manifestations to humanity, categorizing them into extraordinary, ordinary, and mixed types. He emphasizes that these manifestations serve divine purposes such as awakening the indifferent, warning sinners, protecting God's people, and encouraging believers. Fletcher warns against the dangers of spiritual pride that can arise from experiencing these manifestations and stresses the importance of seeking continual, fresh encounters with Christ. He concludes that genuine manifestations lead to increased confidence in God and active service, while neglecting them can result in spiritual decline.