R. C. Sproul: The Radical Ideals Of Jonathan Edwards

R.C Sproul is, most likely, an adamant believer in the radical ideals of Jonathan Edwards. He has such a strong passion for it, that he writes this article so that he might be able to translate it to a modern audience. Sproul even has the courage to call out the people who think that God is merciful and kind.
Sproul clarifies man’s aspects at Edwards original sermon. He does this by using clear examples, and almost a translation of what Edwards meant. For example, he says, “He tells them that they are walking on slippery places with the danger of them falling from their own weight. He says they are walking on a bridge. Supported by rotten planks that may break at any second. He speaks of invisible arrows, which like a pestilence fly noon and day” (pg 2). He does this as to portray a more vivid image so that a person reading this article, could understand. Sproul is almost a translator in this article, since Edward’s language can be seen as confusing and difficult to read.
He does this by first saying whose wrath is Edwards actually speaking about. An example is, “ The wrath of which Edwards preached was the wrath of an infinite God.”(pg 3). He then describes the fierceness of God's wrath by saying, “In hell there is no moderation or mercy given. God’s anger is not mere annoyance or a mild displeasure. It is a consuming rage against the unrepentant.”(pg 3). He lastly explains that God’s wrath is an everlasting wrath by saying, “ There is no end tho the anger of God directed against those in hell. If we had any compassion for our fellow-men, we would wail at the thought of a single one of them falling into the pit of hell.”(pg 3). He does this so that he may answer any questions that may have sprung into the reader’s head, when it comes to Edward’s sermons and