In this sermon from Romans 1:18–20, we begin one of the most serious and foundational sections in Paul’s letter to the Romans. After revealing the righteousness of God in the Gospel, Paul now confronts humanity with the reality of God’s holy wrath against sin.

What is the wrath of God? Why is it necessary? And why can humanity not claim ignorance before God?

This message explores humanity’s suppression of divine truth, the clarity of God’s revelation in creation, and the universal guilt of mankind before a holy Creator. Yet this passage ultimately prepares us to see the beauty of the Gospel more clearly, because only when we understand the seriousness of sin and the justice of God can we truly treasure the grace revealed in Jesus Christ.

At the cross, God’s wrath against sin and God’s love for sinners meet perfectly together. ...