Theodore Epp addresses the internal conflict that leads to strife among believers, emphasizing that the war within each person manifests as external conflict. He references James 4:1-3 and Romans 7:23 to illustrate how personal struggles with sin can lead to destructive behavior, including character assassination through harmful speech. Epp warns against the bitterness that can arise even among Christians, urging believers to guard their hearts and seek the highest good of others, despite disagreements. He highlights the importance of self-examination and the need to control the tongue to prevent harm to others. Ultimately, Epp calls for a commitment to love and unity within the body of Christ.

Thomas Brooks emphasizes the struggle against secret sins and inward pollutions that only God and the individual can see. He contrasts the hypocrite, who battles obvious sins, with the sincere Christian who mourns over hidden corruptions. Brooks highlights the importance of recognizing and combating these inner sins before they lead to greater danger, urging believers to seek God's help in stifling the first motions of sin. The sermon calls for a deep introspection and reliance on divine power to cleanse the heart from these secret faults.