John Gill examines the character and ultimate fate of the wicked, referred to as 'sons of Belial,' contrasting them with the just ruler, the Messiah. He emphasizes that these wicked individuals are like thorns, harmful and unfruitful, destined for destruction and eternal punishment. Gill warns that they are unprofitable to God and man, and will ultimately face God's wrath, being thrust away and burned. He calls for repentance and turning to Christ as the only refuge from impending judgment. The sermon serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of rejecting God's authority and grace.

A.W. Pink addresses the alarming state of modern evangelism, asserting that much of it is superficial and misleading, failing to convey the true nature of the Gospel. He emphasizes that genuine conversion requires a deep understanding of sin and repentance, rather than a mere acceptance of Christ as Savior without acknowledging His Lordship. Pink warns that many who believe they are saved are actually deceived, as they have not truly repented or surrendered to Christ. He calls for a return to preaching the seriousness of sin and the necessity of a transformed life in Christ, urging believers to reject the false messages prevalent in contemporary evangelism. The sermon serves as a wake-up call to the church to uphold the integrity of the Gospel amidst a culture of compromise.

Charles Finney emphasizes that God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, urging sinners to turn from their evil ways to avoid eternal death. He explains that the death referred to is not merely physical but represents eternal separation from God, which is a state of misery rather than annihilation. Finney discusses why God does not prevent the death of the wicked, highlighting the importance of human free will and the necessity of repentance and faith for salvation. Ultimately, he calls on sinners to recognize their own responsibility in choosing life over death, as God desires their salvation and has provided the means for it through Christ.

A.W. Tozer emphasizes the significance of eternal wisdom, which he identifies as the voice of God calling humanity back from folly to righteousness. He explores the concept of wisdom as both an abstract quality and a personified entity, ultimately revealing that Jesus Christ embodies this wisdom. Tozer warns against the folly of sin and the essential badness of man, asserting that true wisdom is found in repentance and a relationship with Christ. He highlights the costly grace offered through the cross, which is the only means of salvation from the moral folly of original sin. The sermon concludes with a call to recognize and heed the voice of eternal wisdom in our lives.