Charles Finney addresses the issue of false comforts given to anxious sinners, emphasizing that true comfort can only come from recognizing one's sinfulness and the need for immediate submission to God. He critiques the misguided attempts of friends and family who offer false reassurances, which ultimately lead to spiritual deception and destruction. Finney argues that the role of ministers and believers should be to guide sinners towards the truth of the Gospel, rather than providing empty comforts that allow them to remain in their state of rebellion. He stresses the importance of clear instruction and the necessity of repentance for genuine relief from spiritual distress.