Renewing Your Mind The Place of God’s Disfavor
May 5, 2025
R.C. Sproul, founder of Ligonier Ministries and a prominent theologian, dives deep into the sobering realities of hell. He challenges popular contemporary views, emphasizing that hell represents not just absence, but God's presence in judgment. The discussion includes biblical imagery, the torment of outer darkness, and the emotional suffering tied to eternal separation from God. Sproul urges listeners to grapple with these truths and seek salvation through Jesus Christ, while providing resources for deeper understanding.
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Jesus' Teaching on Hell Matters
- The doctrine of hell is often avoided today but rooted deeply in Scripture.
- Jesus Himself spoke frequently about hell, giving it serious weight in theology.
Hell's Symbolic Imagery Points Deeper
- Biblical images of hell like fire and darkness are symbolic.
- Symbols point to a reality more intense and terrifying than the images themselves.
Nature of Torment in Hell
- Hell involves resurrection bodies suited for punishment, possibly physical or spiritual torment.
- The torment of the soul cut off from God may be the essence of hell's suffering.
