Thomas Brooks emphasizes that believers should not envy the prosperity of the wicked, as their worldly pleasures come with a heavy price in the eyes of God. He illustrates that true wealth lies in having God as one's portion, contrasting the eternal fate of the wicked with the blessedness of the righteous. Brooks uses the example of Lazarus, who, despite his earthly suffering, found comfort in his relationship with God and the promise of eternal life. He urges the faithful to recognize the futility of earthly gains compared to the eternal joy found in God. Ultimately, he reassures believers that their spiritual riches far outweigh any temporary worldly success.