David Ravenhill emphasizes the importance of creating an environment conducive to the abiding presence of God, contrasting the fleeting touch of God with the desire for a permanent relationship. He challenges the congregation to consider what it means to truly dwell with God, highlighting the need for holiness, surrender, and a heart of worship. Ravenhill uses various cultural examples to illustrate how our environments shape our relationship with God and stresses that God desires to dwell in a clean and holy habitation. He calls for a radical obedience and a willingness to yield the throne of our lives to God, ensuring that He is honored and worshiped in all aspects of our lives.

David Ravenhill emphasizes the importance of creating a habitation for God, drawing parallels between the physical tabernacle and our lives as temples for the Holy Spirit. He reflects on the necessity of holiness, obedience, and thanksgiving in our relationship with God, highlighting that while many may experience God's presence, few truly fulfill His purpose. Ravenhill warns against the dangers of complacency and the need for a culture that aligns with God's desires, urging believers to surrender their lives fully to Him. He illustrates that God desires to dwell among His people, but requires a clean and holy environment to do so. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper understanding of God's ways and a commitment to worship Him in spirit and truth.