Thomas Brooks emphasizes that carnal men often seek to abandon their sins only in times of crisis, such as sickness or the fear of death, not out of a true hatred for their sins but rather from a selfish desire to escape punishment. He argues that if they could enjoy their sinful pleasures without consequence, they would cling to them without hesitation. The sermon highlights the distinction between a desire to avoid the effects of sin and a genuine desire to be free from sin itself, illustrating the need for true repentance and transformation.