Divine Hatred

Summary

The sermon explores the biblical concept of divine hatred, emphasizing that it is a moral, not emotional, hatred as demonstrated in Romans 9:6-13 and Psalms 5:5. It argues that God's hatred is directed toward sin and sinners based on moral grounds, contrasting with His mercy and love toward the elect, exemplified by Jacob and Esau. The preacher stresses that divine love and hatred are action-based and rooted in God's moral character rather than human emotions. Ultimately, God's mercy through Christ is presented as the foundation for election and salvation.