This sermon delves into the deep-rooted nature of sin within every individual, highlighting how even the most seemingly virtuous person harbors sinful tendencies within their hearts. It emphasizes the presence of atheism, idolatry, blasphemy, murder, adultery, and other vices within the human heart, often hidden from one's own awareness. The analogy of an ant's nest is used to illustrate how sin lies dormant until provoked, revealing the swarm of wickedness within. The message warns of the inherent evil that can manifest when external restraints are removed, urging Christians to remain humble in the awareness of their sinful nature.

Thomas Boston preaches about the importance of humbling ourselves under the mighty hand of God, emphasizing the need to submit to God's providence and accept our circumstances with humility. He contrasts the outcomes of being humble and proud, highlighting how humility leads to peace of mind, favor with God, and eventual exaltation by Him. Boston urges believers to focus on cultivating a spirit of humility, trusting that God will lift them up in His perfect timing.

Thomas Boston preaches about the importance of humbling ourselves under the mighty hand of God in various circumstances. He highlights the need to notice God's sovereignty in all aspects of our lives, acknowledge our own worthlessness and guilt, submit silently to God's hand, and magnify His mercies even in trials. Boston emphasizes the need for a holy admiration of God's ways, forgetting our own dignity, and willingly submitting to God's will. He encourages believers to trust in God's timing for their lifting up, as it will come in due time.

Thomas Boston preaches about the eternal state of the damned in hell, emphasizing the everlasting misery and torment prepared for those who are cursed and sentenced to separation from God. The sermon delves into the quality, punishment, and aggravations of the condemned, highlighting the eternal duration of their torments and the society of devils they will be locked up with in hell. The preacher stresses the importance of repentance, surrendering to Jesus Christ, and fleeing from the wrath to come to avoid the dreadful fate of eternal punishment in the fiery pit of hell.

Thomas Boston preaches about the importance of recognizing that the crook in our lot is of God's making, designed for various purposes such as trial, correction, prevention of sin, and exercise of grace. He emphasizes the need for Christians to submit to the crook in their lot, understanding that it is part of God's sovereign and beneficial plan for their lives. Boston encourages believers to welcome the discipline of the crook, knowing that it is a means of nurturing their faith, weaning them from the world, and prompting them to seek their ultimate rest in God.

Thomas Boston preaches about the certainty of the resurrection, emphasizing the power of God to raise the dead and the distinction between the resurrection of the godly to life and the wicked to damnation. He describes the qualities of the resurrected bodies of the saints as incorruptible, glorious, powerful, and spiritual, bringing comfort to believers. On the other hand, he paints a terrifying picture for the unregenerate, warning them of the shame and everlasting contempt they will face at the resurrection. Boston urges sinners to repent and unite with Christ by faith to secure a part in the resurrection of the just.

Thomas Boston preaches on the providence of God, emphasizing how God's care extends even to the smallest details of creation, such as sparrows. He explains that providence involves preserving and governing all creatures and their actions, with God overruling even sinful actions for a good end. Boston urges believers to trust in God's wisdom, power, and holiness, and to submit to His will in all circumstances, avoiding sin and anxiety while relying on God's provision and guidance.

Thomas Boston preaches about the contrasting states of the wicked and the righteous in death. The wicked are driven away in their wickedness, hopeless and without solid ground for eternal happiness, while the righteous have hope in their death, passing away peacefully and in a state of holiness. Boston warns against false hopes and urges sinners to repent and turn to Christ to avoid being driven away in their wickedness at death.