Charles Finney delivers a powerful sermon on 'The Wages of Sin,' emphasizing that sin leads to death as a penalty due to God's law. He illustrates sin as selfishness that opposes God's will and highlights the necessity of just penalties to uphold moral order. Finney explains that the ultimate penalty for sin is not merely physical or spiritual death, but rather eternal separation from God, which he describes as endless misery. He urges listeners to recognize the gravity of sin and the dire consequences it incurs, while also presenting the hope of salvation through Jesus Christ. The sermon serves as a stark reminder of the seriousness of sin and the importance of seeking redemption.