Chuck Smith discusses God's methods as illustrated in Jeremiah 1:10, emphasizing the dire state of a nation that has forsaken God, relying instead on their own strength and alliances. He highlights Jeremiah's challenging task of uprooting and demolishing the false security and superficial reforms of the people, stressing that true change requires a complete destruction of the old ways before God can build anew. Smith encourages believers to recognize that when they feel brought to nothing, it is often the precursor to God's transformative work in their lives.