Charles Finney emphasizes that true submission to God is a conscious choice that requires the relinquishing of selfish motives and a genuine love for God and others. He warns against false hopes rooted in selfishness, asserting that true submission involves a complete acquiescence to God's will and a commitment to prioritize His glory over personal interests. Finney clarifies that submission does not mean being willing to sin for God's glory, but rather entails a heartfelt obedience to His moral law and a desire for the good of others. He illustrates that true happiness is found not in pursuing one's own interests but in seeking the glory of God, and he concludes that the gospel calls for a disinterested love that transcends selfish desires.