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What does the Bible say about God's love and hate?

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The Bible states that God loved Jacob but hated Esau (Romans 9:13), indicating the sovereignty of God's election.

The stark declaration in Romans 9:13 that 'Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated' challenges many contemporary beliefs about God's universal love. This statement reflects the sovereignty of God in His election and reprobation, affirming that God's decisions are not based on human works or merit. Furthermore, it emphasizes that God's love for Jacob and hatred for Esau were determined before they were born and without regard to any actions on their part, showcasing God's divine purpose according to election (Romans 9:11). This teaching aligns with the historic Reformed interpretation, which holds that God's love and hatred are integral to His sovereign plan, rather than conditioned by human response.
Scripture References: Romans 9:10-13, Malachi 1:1-3

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Hate Esau
Bill McDaniel · Apr 17, 2016
Joshua

Joshua

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