Charles Finney contrasts the afflictions of the righteous and the wicked, emphasizing that while the righteous endure light and momentary troubles that lead to eternal glory, the wicked face heavy burdens that only increase their future sorrows. He highlights that the sufferings of the righteous are light compared to what they deserve and are short-lived compared to eternity, serving as means of grace that prepare them for glory. In contrast, the wicked's joys are fleeting and their afflictions are heavy, leading to eternal damnation. Finney encourages believers to reflect on this contrast to foster gratitude for salvation and a deeper concern for the lost. Ultimately, he calls for Christians to actively seek to rescue those in peril from their impending doom.