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Brother Burgess preaches from 2 Kings chapter 2, focusing on Elisha's question when he took up Elijah's mantle: 'Where is the Lord God of Elijah?' He emphasizes that beginnings and foundations are crucial, and that Elisha knew he could not cross the Jordan River without God's presence, even though he could have physically done so. The message centers on the necessity of inquiring of the Lord in every situation, especially in times of transition and new leadership. Brother Burgess contrasts Saul, who acted in fear and took credit for victories, with David, who consistently inquired of the Lord before battle and gave God the glory. He illustrates that while the Philistines attacked David early in his reign, David's pattern was to ask 'Where is God?' and to follow God's specific directions—even when they changed. The preacher urges that the power of preaching and ministry does not come from human ability or borrowed sermons, but from the anointed presence of God. He warns against following trends or taking easy advice without first seeking God, and stresses that the pastor must be the one in the prayer closet, hearing from God for the congregation. The ultimate message is that a successful ministry and church are built not on human strategy or charisma, but on continually asking, 'Where is the Lord?' and letting God fight the battles.