It is by virtue of the atonement that God can maintain His justice and yet demonstrate His mercy.
R. C. SproulThere's probably no concept in theology more repugnant to modern America than the idea of divine wrath.
R. C. SproulPerhaps the most difficult task for us to perform is to rely on Godโs grace and Godโs grace alone for our celebration. It is difficult for our pride to rest on grace. Grace is for other peopleโfor beggars. We donโt want to live by a heavenly welfare system. We want to earn our own way and atone for our own sins. We like to think that we will go to heaven because we deserve to be there.
R. C. Sproul