Charles Finney addresses the concepts of election and reprobation, emphasizing that God has chosen some for salvation while rejecting others based on His infinite wisdom and foreknowledge. He clarifies that election is not based on human merit but on God's sovereign will and the individual's response to the gospel. Finney encourages listeners to examine their lives and attitudes towards the truth of the gospel as indicators of their eternal destiny, highlighting that the elect will show a genuine interest in salvation while the reprobate will remain indifferent or hostile. He concludes by urging individuals to make their calling and election sure through self-examination and a sincere pursuit of truth.

Charles Finney addresses the doctrine of reprobation, emphasizing that God has made every effort to save the obstinate and impenitent people of Israel, yet they remain unyielding. He explains that reprobation is not due to God's malevolence but is a consequence of individuals' unwillingness to accept salvation on God's terms. Finney argues that reprobates are not lost because they are reprobated, but rather because they persist in their wickedness and reject God's grace. He concludes that the salvation of the reprobate hinges on their own choices, and that God's justice and benevolence are evident in the doctrine of reprobation, which ultimately serves the greater good of the universe.

In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the decline of morality in America and the loss of moral values. He discusses the five common graces that God gives to humanity to restrain their sinful nature and make life livable. These graces include wisdom, knowledge of God, and natural affections. The preacher emphasizes the importance of examining oneself to determine if they are truly in the faith and committed to Christ's mission. He warns that when the means by which God resists one's evil nature no longer work, it is a sign of God's rejection and a terrifying indication of the current age.

Carter Conlon delivers a powerful sermon on 'Reprobates and Trembling Nations,' emphasizing the consequences of turning away from God and the darkness that envelops nations that reject His truth. He warns that a society that once knew the light can fall into deeper darkness, as seen in Romans 1, where God gives people over to a reprobate mind due to their unrighteousness. Conlon calls for the church to rise up and fulfill its purpose by reaching out to the needy and living out the principles of Christ, rather than succumbing to pride and idleness. He urges believers to embrace the true gospel and to be active in the vineyard of God, promising that those who do will experience His light and blessings. The sermon concludes with a call to action for individuals to turn from sin and step into the light of Christ.