It’s a message we hear everywhere: "God loves everyone unconditionally." And while the Bible famously says in John 3:16 that "God so loved the world," is that the complete picture? What do we do with the difficult, often-ignored passages where Scripture speaks of God's hatred, judgment, and wrath?
In this challenging sermon from our series "Did the Bible Really Say That?", we confront this theological tension head-on, moving beyond a simplistic view of God to a more robust, biblical understanding of His character.
Key Scripture & Themes:
• The Foundation of Love (John 3:16): We begin with the undeniable, world-changing truth of God's love for humanity, the anchor of our faith.
• A Holy Hatred (Proverbs 6:16-19; Proverbs 16:5): The Bible is clear that there are things the Lord hates: pride, lying, and injustice. How does God's holy hatred of sin coexist with His love?
• The Difficult Verses (Malachi 1:2-4; Romans 1:24): We don't shy away from the most challenging texts. What does it mean when God says "Esau I hated" or when He "gives people over" to their sin? We tackle these passages with honesty and care.
• Divine Justice & Judgment (Isaiah 14:12-15; Deuteronomy 21:18-21): We explore passages that reveal the severity of God's justice against rebellion, from the fall of Lucifer to the laws for ancient Israel, showing that His love does not negate His righteousness.
This sermon isn't about diminishing God's love, but about seeing it in its full, biblical context. It is a holy, just, and redeeming love that is far more powerful and profound than a simple, universal acceptance. This message will equip you to think more deeply about the God of the Bible and to worship Him more fully for who He truly is.
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