Mike Bickle emphasizes the urgent need for forerunners who embody the message and lifestyle of the book of Joel, calling for a deep commitment to God through prayer and fasting. He highlights the paradox of the coming 'day of the Lord,' which will bring both unprecedented revival and severe judgment, urging believers to prepare themselves spiritually. Bickle stresses that true preparation involves turning to God with all one's heart, as this is essential for enduring the challenges ahead. He warns against complacency in faith, reminding listeners that mere attendance in church does not equate to a genuine relationship with God. Ultimately, he calls for a radical love for God that fuels effective spiritual warfare and prepares the church for the coming days.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the significance of understanding the main people and events in the end times as outlined in the Bible, highlighting that Jesus has a brilliant plan for the future that includes both great revival and severe judgment. He believes that many in the audience may witness these events in their lifetime, urging preparation for both the challenges and the glory that will come. Bickle discusses the importance of being forerunners, preparing oneself and others for the unique dynamics of the end times, including the rise of the Antichrist and the simultaneous outpouring of the Holy Spirit. He reassures that while there will be persecution, the focus should be on the victory of God's kingdom and the revival that will precede Christ's return. The sermon concludes with a call to embrace the revelation of Jesus as the bridegroom and to engage in prayer and works of justice in anticipation of His coming.