Doug Batchelor challenges everyone to self-examine their faith and ensure they are truly living as Christians, not just identifying as one. He cautions against being deceived about one's faith, as simply attending church or having past spiritual experiences is not enough. 

The central points of the sermon include:
The danger of self-deception: Batchelor stresses that people can convince themselves they are believers when their lives do not reflect a genuine relationship with Jesus.

A daily commitment: Being a Christian requires a daily, active investment, not just a one-time event or weekly attendance at church. He suggests we need to be "born again every day".

Warning against backsliding: Batchelor points out that even those who have felt the Spirit and experienced God's blessings can fall away slowly and imperceptibly.

The importance of action: True faith is shown not just by hearing the word of God but by doing what it says. Actions must align with beliefs.

Guidance from scripture: The standard for self-examination should be the life of Christ and the Bible