The danger and harm of teaching that God loves everyone in the same way, without distinction. This philosophy is deeply entrenched in modern preaching, where it is commonly assumed that God's love is an undifferentiated, equal affection for all mankind. Such a message appeals to the natural man because it removes offense, requiring no repentance or submission to the sovereignty of God. It paints God as sentimental, eager to bless all equally, regardless of sin or rebellion. This distortion of divine love undermines the doctrines of election and redemption, turning the cross into a vague gesture rather than a definite accomplishment. It misrepresents God's holy character by ignoring His hatred of sin, and His just wrath upon the wicked.

Scripture, however, presents a very different truth. While God does show kindness to all, through common grace (Matthew 5:45), His covenant love is reserved for His chosen people. "The Lord disciplines those He loves" (Hebrews 12:6), which is not true of the reprobate. He declares plainly: "Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated" (Romans 9:13). The Son laid down His life for His sheep, not for the world indiscriminately (John 10:11). To say that God loves everyone in the same way, is to deny His sovereign choice, obscure the particularity of Christ's atonement, and flatten the glorious depth of His covenant mercies.
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