In this lecture, Don Carson discusses God’s wrath, arguing it’s unavoidable judgment, not abstract punishment, as seen throughout Scripture. Carson explores key themes in Revelation 14, including the eternal gospel, Babylon’s fall, and the severity of God’s wrath. He addresses the eternal reality of hell, urging listeners to reflect on the cross’s significance and sin’s permanent consequences.
He teaches the following:
- Modern society’s perception of anger and its contrast to righteous anger
- Why Revelation 14 is a key text in exploring the theme of judgment
- A definition of the eternal gospel mentioned in Revelation 14:6–7
- How Revelation 4–5 reveals God’s purposes for judgment and blessing
- A reflection on Babylon as a symbol of arrogance and godlessness
- How biblical metaphors emphasize the inevitability of God’s judgment
- Why contemplating hell should lead to a deeper understanding of God’s love and sacrifice