Hell is a topic that many Christians find difficult to discuss. It’s the elephant in the room that no one wants to acknowledge. Questions like, “How could a loving God send people to hell?” or “How could a forgiving God be so unforgiving?” can be tough to answer. But we can’t avoid these questions. In fact, talking about hell on Easter is fitting because it reminds us of the power of Christ’s resurrection and its significance in conquering sin, death, and hell.
The Bible describes hell in various ways, using terms like Gehenna, Sheol, and Hades. It’s also depicted as a lake of fire where the devil and his angels will be tormented forever. These descriptions can be difficult to accept, especially when we struggle with the idea of a loving God allowing such a place to exist.
One reason we struggle with the concept of hell is that we don’t like to think about the consequences of our sin. We may view ourselves as good people, but the truth is that no one can measure up to the righteousness of a holy God. Romans 3:12 tells us that “all have turned aside; together they have become worthless; no one does good, not even one.” We are all guilty of sin, and our rejection of God is what leads us to hell.
When it comes to the question of those who have never heard the Gospel, the Bible tells us that God has revealed Himself to everyone through creation (Romans 1:20). People who have never heard the Gospel are still without excuse because they have chosen to reject God, even though they know He exists.
The story of Easter and Christ’s resurrection shows us God’s incredible love for humanity. By living a sinless life, dying on the cross, and rising from the dead, Jesus conquered sin, death, and hell. We are living in an age of grace where we can accept God’s love and forgiveness, avoiding the punishment of hell by giving our lives to Him.
Hell may be an uncomfortable topic, but we can’t ignore the elephant in the room. Hell is real, and the resurrection of Christ is our key to overcoming it. Let’s embrace the truth of God’s Word and the hope of the resurrection, recognizing that through faith in Jesus, we can conquer sin, death, and the reality of hell.
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