Pastor Steve focuses on the church in Laodicea, the last of the seven churches in the book of Revelation. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the messages to the seven churches as they relate to different periods in church history. The Laodicean church is described as lukewarm, neither hot nor cold, which serves as a warning to believers today to remain active and passionate in their faith. The goal is to seek a deeper relationship with God, relying on His strength and righteousness rather than their own resources or understanding.