(Paul Schlehlein – Between Two Cultures) Answer: God’s anger upon his children is temporary, while His wrath up His enemies will carry on forever.
Problem: Some passages say God’s anger lasts but for a moment, while other Scriptures teach God’s wrath is eternal.
Explanation: The nature, intensity, and extent of God’s wrath differs depending on which of His two audiences He is addressing. In the first case, God limits His anger towards His children, whom He loves. Psalm 30:5 illustrates this: “For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.” Continue reading