At first glance, the doctrine of God's love may seem like an open book, especially when compared to the complexities of the Trinity or predestination. After all, the vast majority of believers view God as a loving deity. But this is precisely where the challenge lies. The world has hijacked God's love, reducing it to a sentimental notion that's incompatible with His holiness, sovereignty, and wrath. As a result, many Christians have lost sight of the biblical definition of God's love, a crucial aspect of knowing His true nature. In The Difficult Doctrine of the Love of God, esteemed evangelical scholar D. A. Carson sets out to reclaim the authentic meaning of divine love. Through a meticulous examination of relevant Bible passages, Carson dismantles popular myths like "God hates the sin but loves the sinner" and presents a compelling case for the nature of God and His motivations for loving as He does. By intertwining discussions of God's sovereignty and holiness, Carson paints a comprehensive picture of God's character and love. This work strips away the clichés and sentimentalities, offering a no-nonsense, evangelical perspective on this vital doctrine. Yet, in its pursuit of theological clarity, it never loses sight of the personal: a deeper understanding of God's love as revealed in Scripture will lead you to a more profound appreciation of His unwavering love for you.