Mike Bickle emphasizes the significance of David bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, marking a pivotal moment in Israel's history. This act symbolizes the establishment of God's presence in the city, which would later be recognized as the city of the great King, Jesus. Bickle highlights the importance of approaching God's presence with reverence and following His prescribed ways, as seen in the tragic incident with Uzzah, who died for touching the Ark. The sermon also reflects on the need for a generation after God's own heart, drawing parallels between David's life and the church today. Ultimately, Bickle calls for a return to honoring God's presence and understanding the weight of His glory in our worship and lives.

A.W. Tozer emphasizes the need for reverent worship, critiquing popular songs that lack depth and sincerity in their praise of Christ. He argues that many contemporary expressions of worship resemble love songs, failing to convey the true awe and reverence due to the Lord. Tozer highlights that genuine love for Christ should evoke serious and elevated emotions, recognizing Him as both a compassionate Savior and a mighty Judge. True knowledge of Christ instills a sense of awe, making flippancy in His presence impossible for those who truly know Him.

John Wesley emphasizes the importance of knowing Christ not merely as a man but as the divine Son of God, urging believers to view all people, including Christ, in their spiritual state rather than their earthly attributes. He warns against the dangers of treating Christ with familiarity that diminishes His divine nature, highlighting that true reverence and love for Christ should be mixed with holy fear. Wesley critiques various theological perspectives that reduce Christ's divinity and calls for a worship that honors Him as equal to the Father. He concludes that our expressions of love and devotion must align with Scripture, ensuring that we honor Christ appropriately as God.

A.W. Pink emphasizes the importance of honoring Jesus Christ by recognizing His Lordship and majesty in our speech and worship. He critiques the casual references to Jesus in modern hymns and calls for a return to the reverence shown by the apostles, who consistently addressed Him as 'Lord.' Pink argues that acknowledging Jesus as 'Lord Jesus Christ' is essential for those redeemed by His blood, as it reflects the dignity of His divine nature. He warns against the trivialization of Christ's identity and urges believers to uphold the honor due to 'That Worthy Name.'