Fusion: week of 10/18

FAMILY THEME: WHY DOES HELL EXIST?

Matthew 10:28;  Romans 1:18-23;  2 Thessalonians 1:9

There is nothing about the subject of Hell that is pleasant. But, while

the subject is not pleasant, the conversation is important.

1.  Why Believe in Hell?

     (Matthew 10:28;  Mark 9:43)

     Although it may be an uncomfortable topic, the Bible clearly

     teaches that Hell is real.

 
2.  Defining Hell

     (Matthew 13:42, 50;  25:30, 41;  2 Thessalonians 1:9)

     Hell is the absence of the presence, goodness, and love of God.

 
3.  Who Goes to Hell? 

     (Romans 1:18-23;  6:23)

     Hell is the natural place for people who do not want to embrace

     Christ as Savior and Lord.

4.  Answering Questions About Hell

     (Romans 3:23)

     Knowing the truth about Hell does not soften the impact or reality

     of the knowledge that people we know may spend eternity there.