What are some initial thoughts or application that you have from this passage of Scripture after hearing the sermon?

What about the Bible’s judgment of sin makes you uncomfortable? Can you recall a specific instance where you felt embarrassed to explain or defend the Bible’s teaching on eternal justice or the doctrine of Hell to someone?

In light of the horrors of God’s judgment, who are the people in your life for whom you need to pray for their salvation? Who are the people with whom you need to be more committed to sharing the gospel?

How does the vision of God’s justice presented here help you understand and deepen your appreciation for God’s patience with your own sin today? Specifically, how does God’s justice in Revelation 16 magnify His mercy as demonstrated at the cross?

Why should this picture of God’s justice cause us to hope in Christ’s return? What are some practical ways you can intentionally cultivate a genuine hope in the imminent return of Christ?