Topical Encyclopedia In Christian theology, salvation is often understood as deliverance from the wrath of God, a concept deeply rooted in the Scriptures. The wrath of God is His righteous anger and judgment against sin and unrighteousness. The Bible presents this wrath as a real and impending consequence for those who live in rebellion against God's laws and reject His offer of grace.The Apostle Paul, in his epistle to the Romans, articulates the reality of God's wrath against sin. Romans 1:18 states, "The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the ungodliness and wickedness of men who suppress the truth by their wickedness." This passage underscores the universal nature of sin and the corresponding divine response of wrath. However, the message of the Gospel is that through Jesus Christ, believers are delivered from this wrath. Romans 5:9 declares, "Therefore, since we have now been justified by His blood, how much more shall we be saved from wrath through Him!" Here, Paul emphasizes that justification through the blood of Christ is the means by which believers are saved from the impending wrath of God. The concept of deliverance from wrath is also evident in 1 Thessalonians 1:10 , where Paul writes, "and to wait for His Son from heaven, whom He raised from the dead—Jesus, who rescues us from the coming wrath." This verse highlights the eschatological aspect of salvation, pointing to the future deliverance that believers will experience at the return of Christ. The deliverance from wrath is not only a future hope but also a present reality for those who are in Christ. John 3:36 contrasts the fate of believers and unbelievers: "Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. Whoever rejects the Son will not see life. Instead, the wrath of God remains on him." This verse indicates that faith in Jesus Christ is the determining factor in escaping God's wrath. The theme of salvation as deliverance from wrath is further illustrated in the Old Testament, where God's wrath is often depicted as a consuming fire against sin. Yet, even in the Old Testament, there are glimpses of God's mercy and the promise of deliverance. For instance, in Isaiah 12:1 , the prophet declares, "In that day you will say: 'I will praise You, O LORD. Although You were angry with me, Your anger has turned away, and You have comforted me.'" In summary, the biblical narrative consistently presents salvation as deliverance from the wrath of God, achieved through the atoning work of Jesus Christ. This deliverance is both a present reality for believers and a future hope, assuring them of eternal life and reconciliation with God. Torrey's Topical Textbook Romans 5:9Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him. Torrey's Topical Textbook 1 Thessalonians 1:10 Library Our Hope is not the Salvation of the Soul. 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