Consequence 5 of denying wrath: paradoxically diminishes God's love
Mike argues that wrath and love are mutually reinforcing, not competing.
A fifth consequence is that removing wrath paradoxically weakens God's love. The cross demonstrates love precisely because it was the costly resolution of real wrath. Moreover, love naturally produces wrath when a beloved is harmed — indifference in the face of evil against a loved one signals a lack of genuine love. God's wrath toward evil is evidence of His love for persons.
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Was God’s Wrath Satisfied in Christ or Paid in Hell?
Was God’s wrath satisfied in Christ? If so then how can sinners suffer God’s wrath in hell? This question is one that is often asked by Calvinists to those who do not hold to the teaching of Calvinism.
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1 John 2:2
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Ephesians 2:8-9
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