Why does the “Old Testament God” seem different than the “New Testament God”?

God’s Wrath and Love in Scripture

• God’s nature is consistent: He is both loving and wrathful in the Old and New Testaments.
• God’s wrath stems from His goodness and hatred of evil; His love is shown in forgiveness.
• The cross reveals God’s perfect balance of love, justice, mercy, and anger at sin.
• God’s anger against injustice affirms His love for people, especially victims of wrongdoing.
• A God of love without judgment is not the biblical God.God’s final judgment reflects His justice and care for what is right.