The God Who is Very Angry (Revelation 14:6–20)
The God Who is Very Angry (Revelation 14:6–20)  
Podcast: The Carson Center Podcast
Published On: Wed Mar 12 2025
Description: In this lecture, Don Carson discusses God's wrath, arguing that it is unavoidable judgment, not abstract punishment, as seen throughout Scripture. Carson explores key themes in Revelation 14, including the eternal gospel, the fall of Babylon, and the severity of God's wrath. He addresses the eternal reality of hell, urging listeners to reflect on the significance of the cross and the permanent consequences of sin.He teaches the following:Modern society’s perception of anger and its contrast to righteous angerWhy Revelation 14 is a key text in exploring the theme of judgmentA definition of the eternal gospel mentioned in Revelation 14:6–7How Revelation 4–5 reveals God’s purposes for judgment and blessingA reflection on Babylon as a symbol of arrogance and godlessnessHow biblical metaphors emphasize the inevitability of God’s judgmentWhy contemplating hell should lead to a deeper understanding of God’s love and sacrifice