Why Believe? — How Can a Loving God Send People to Hell? (Week 4)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Peter 3:15; Psalm 18:30; 34:8; 135:3; 1 John 1:5; 4:8, 10 & 16; 2 Timothy 4:8; Deuteronomy 32:4; Colossians 3:25; Revelation 5:9; 14:11; 20:1, 10 & 13-14; 21:8; Matthew 22:13; 24:51; 25:41; Luke 16:19-29; 19:10; James 3:6; Romans 1:20; 3:23; 5:9 & 12; 6:23; 10:9-10 & 13; 14:11; John 1:4-7; 3:16-18; 9:4-5; 14:6; Mark 9:43; 16:15; Genesis 2:9 & 16; 3:1, 6 & 23-24; 2 Peter 3:9; Acts 4:12; Hebrews 2:1-3

If God is so loving, why would He send anyone to Hell?

In this lesson, we will learn from Scripture that Hell is a real place and that those who do not know God will go there. We will explore how this represents a just judgment for our sins, but also how God’s love provides a path for forgiveness and eternal life with Him. Ultimately, God desires everyone to spend eternity with Him and does not want anyone to face the judgment of Hell.

Why Believe? — Answering Big Questions About God & the Bible
How Can a Loving God Send People to Hell?

I. Why Was Hell Created
--- A. Hell was created by God for Satan and the Fallen Angels
--- B. Hell was created to deal with sin and suffering

II. What is Hell?
--- A. Hell is a place of eternal punishment
--- B. Hell is a place of pain
--- C. Hell is place of eternal death
--- D. Hell is a place of separation
--- E. Hell is a place of falling
--- F. Hell is a place of conscience
--- G. Hell is a place of darkness
--- H. Hell is eternal

III. Why Would a Loving God Send People to Hell?

--- A. Does God "send" people to Hell?

--- B. How could a "loving" God send people to Hell?

IV. What About People That Have Never Heard the Gospel?

--- A. God uses creation to open their eyes to God

--- B. God has saved us and given us the job of telling them about Jesus

--- C. People must call upon Jesus to be saved

--- D. Every nation is represented in Heaven

Notes

Homework

Memory Verse: 2 Peter 3:9

Series description:

In an age marked by growing skepticism, individuals are increasingly seeking answers to profound questions. As believers, it is imperative that we equip ourselves to provide thoughtful responses to these inquiries.

Join us this summer for a teaching series we are calling, "Why Believe?: Answering Big Questions About God & the Bible," as we embark on a journey to equip ourselves with Scriptural insights to help us give an answer for our faith. Each week will include engaging lectures, and opportunities to discuss the topics further in small groups!

Together, we will explore big questions like, “Does the Bible Promote Hate and Discrimination?”, “Has Science Disproved Christianity?”, and “How Can A Loving God Send People to Hell?”. By facing these questions head on, we will prepare ourselves to engage an increasingly skeptical culture with Scriptural, and well-reasoned answers!