Oh! How Dark Is The Sin Of Blasphemy (Clip)
Paul van Engelenhoven passionately warns about the grave sin of blasphemy and highlights God's mercy in restraining divine wrath through the sacrifice of His Son.
This sermon delves into the seriousness of the sin of blasphemy, highlighting the divine restraint of God's angels despite the provocation of blasphemous acts. It emphasizes the immense love and sacrifice of God in sending His Son to bear the punishment deserved by blasphemers, offering them redemption and freedom through Christ's sacrifice.
Full Transcript
Oh, how dark is the sin of blasphemy. I think if God would not restrain the angels, every one of your co-workers who has ever blasphemed would die as quick as the blade of a cherubim could fly. Can you imagine the fierce anger of the angels of God towards those who blaspheme his holy name? They have loved their God for at least six thousand years.
How much do you think they would get angry if they see you blaspheme his holy name? And yet God restrains his anger. Perhaps many of us have been blasphemers in our words, have misused the name of God. God stood his angels back and he says, wait.
And the angel says, good, you're going to strike him down? That Paul there deserves the fiery strike of the Almighty. And God says, no, I'm going to send my son to die and receive that strike that he deserves so that Paul can go free.
Sermon Outline
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- The seriousness of blasphemy against God
- The fierce anger of angels towards blasphemy
- God’s restraint of divine wrath
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- Human tendency to misuse God's name
- The consequences deserved by sinners
- God’s mercy in sending His Son
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- The sacrifice of Jesus as substitutionary atonement
- Freedom granted through Christ’s sacrifice
- Call to reverence God’s holy name
Key Quotes
“Oh, how dark is the sin of blasphemy.” — Paul van Engelenhoven
“Can you imagine the fierce anger of the angels of God towards those who blaspheme his holy name?” — Paul van Engelenhoven
“God says, no, I'm going to send my son to die and receive that strike that he deserves so that Paul can go free.” — Paul van Engelenhoven
Application Points
- Guard your speech carefully to avoid blaspheming God's holy name.
- Remember and appreciate God's mercy in sending Jesus to bear the punishment for sin.
- Cultivate reverence and respect for God in all aspects of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is blasphemy?
Blasphemy is the act of speaking irreverently or disrespectfully about God or sacred things.
Why is blasphemy considered a serious sin?
Because it dishonors God's holy name and provokes divine anger, as emphasized by the fierce reaction of angels.
How does God respond to blasphemy according to the sermon?
God restrains His anger and instead of immediate judgment, He sent His Son to bear the punishment for sinners.
What role do angels play in relation to blasphemy?
Angels are depicted as fiercely angry towards blasphemers and ready to execute God's judgment if not restrained.
What is the significance of Jesus’ sacrifice in this context?
Jesus’ sacrifice took the deserved punishment for blasphemy, granting freedom and mercy to sinners.