ONE THING God’s holy anger toward sin benefits us all.

Ezra 5:12-14

CONTEXT God will perfectly deal with the wrongness of sin.

God’s holiness perfectly administers the righting of wrongs and grace in how He addresses sin = original, iniquity, transgression

Be reconciled to God, with your devoted heart, seek His forgiveness as you return to His abounding steadfast love.

Why is it right and good for God to be angry with sin in our lives?
It profanes God’s holiness, Hell is a real place for people who are not saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.

What causes God’s anger with sin in our life to relent?
When we ask for forgiveness and love the Lord our God with all our heart, mind, soul and strength and love our neighbor as ourself.

We exist to bring God glory and make disciples.
God’s holy anger toward sin IS AN IMPORTANT ASPECT TO WHY WE EXIST.
Based on this message what can we do to become more like Jesus?

Gospel-Centered =

WORSHIP Rend your heart to God to be cleansed from sin.

COMMUNITY Persistently and compassionately share the saving message of Jesus Christ with others.

SERVICE When others sin give them the chance to be reconciled, return to God.

MULTIPLICATION Remember God will not retain His anger forever for those who seek forgiveness and believe Jesus is Lord and Savior.