Which of these BEST describes the purpose of Edwards' words as shown here?

Question

B to get people to repent their sins and ask forgiveness from God
C to get people to support the growing movement for colonial independence
D to encourage people to question their existence in this world that God has created

Answer 1

The best description of the purpose of Edwards' words, particularly in the context of his famous sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," would be:

B to get people to repent their sins and ask forgiveness from God.

Edwards aimed to instill a sense of urgency and fear about the consequences of sin, encouraging listeners to turn towards God for salvation.