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How do we know that God's judgment is important?

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God's judgment is crucial because it demonstrates His justice and the necessity of atonement for sin.

The importance of God's judgment is woven throughout Scripture, showing that His justice must be satisfied due to sin. The sermon highlights how the glory of the Lord filled the temple after the fire consumed the sacrifices, indicating that God's approval comes only through the fulfillment of His justice. Judgment underscores the seriousness of sin and the dire consequences without atonement, a reality acknowledged profoundly within Reformed theology.

In the life of believers, understanding God's judgment leads to a deeper appreciation for the grace extended through Christ's sacrifice. It conveys that salvation does not negate God’s judgment but fulfills it. As sinners, we must recognize God's righteous anger towards sin, prompting us to seek refuge in Christ—the only one who can bear our judgment. Thus, God's judgment is not only about condemnation but reveals the depth of His mercy through the provision of Christ, emphasizing the integral relationship between justice and grace in the sovereignty of God.
Scripture References: Romans 3:23-26, Isaiah 53:5, John 1:29

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