How does Finney justify his efforts to provoke an emotional state in his listeners?

Finney justifies his efforts to provoke an emotional state in his listeners by believing that emotions are essential for true conversion and that an emotional response indicates genuine faith and commitment. He sees emotional engagement as a sign of the Holy Spirit's working in an individual's heart, leading to a lasting transformation. Finney believes that stirring emotions helps individuals recognize their need for salvation and compels them to make a sincere decision to follow Christ.