The sermon recounts the story of King Hezekiah, who, after receiving a prophecy of impending death, earnestly pleads with God and is granted fifteen years of life and deliverance from Assyria. However, the narrative shifts to explore the complexities of faith and pride, as Hezekiah's subsequent display of his wealth to foreign dignitaries leads to a prophetic warning of future Babylonian captivity and the loss of his lineage. Ultimately, the sermon emphasizes the importance of humility and submission to God's word, even when it brings difficult truths, and highlights the enduring nature of God's justice and mercy, demonstrating that even in moments of weakness and error, individuals can still seek and experience God's grace.