I asked if any Christians wished that there was no Hell (eternal torment) and one response was:
"Why should it be a stumbling block for me, One day I was headed for hell when I was a sinner, But God let me know that I don't have to go there, so hell is not one bit a concern to me now."
It seems to me that even completely confidently saved Christians would worry about the eternal destination of others, yet here one clearly states that it is of no concern to him (and he wasn't the only one that said this).
I used to be Christian but could no longer tolerate the idea of even one person in torment for eternity (whether they were family or a stranger).
So is it necessary for Christians to become callous to the eternal torment of others to have any staying power as a Christian? Are there any Christians here that struggle with the idea of others in eternal torment?
Thanks for your sincere answers.
2007-11-28 23:56:10 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Apostle Paul was asked something similar and he replied, "Do you not know that you will judge angels?"
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. This is said over and over and over again in the Word of God.
Hell is mentioned 24 times in the Bible and 17 of those Jesus told us about hell and the weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Jesus repeatedly told man that he did not want to go to hell.
I follow Jesus. If the Master thought it was so necessary to mention, then I will repeatedly tell, because I am seriously concerned about the afterlife of my family, friends and neighbors. I love all people and I do not want any to end up in hell.
Salvation is a free gift from God. God said we are without excuse not to believe in Him. He said the heavens declare His glory. God says He made man and man is fearfully and wonderfully made.
I struggle everyday with thinking of these people on this forum ending up in eternal torment. There is some real evil on this forum, but there is also some very deceived by the devil on here also.
2007-11-29 00:17:50 · answer #1 · answered by Jeancommunicates 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't struggle with the idea of torment. There is no place of eternal torment. God loves us as a father loves his children and wishes for none to perish. If a soul, after a lengthy amount of time to be re-educated in the after-life, desires not to spend eternity with God his soul can be extinguished without pain and torment. It is not God's choice.
It is shameful that any Christian should judge another and believe that their soul is going to hell. God's grace and mercy is bountiful for all. When Christians think in this manner they are not exhibiting brotherly love as Christ taught.
2007-11-29 00:12:06 · answer #2 · answered by Soul Shaper 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your question, while seeming sincere, ignores obvious facts.
One of the reason that you see so much debate in this section is that non-believers continually condemn believers for trying to "shove their religion down our throats". Do you think this shoving problem arises simply out of some desire to "score points" with God or might it come from concern about people headed for Hell?
One of the reasons that there is so much action in R&S compared to other groups is that understanding God is an important, life-changing, issue. If no one were showing concern, there would be very little discussion here.
So.... please stop and think before you ask your questions. Either you missed the obvious or your goal is merely to cause trouble and criticize Christians.
2007-11-29 00:07:06 · answer #3 · answered by William D 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
As a former Christian then you know that no where in the Bible where it does say one dies and goes to hell. It does say that the final destination for even death and hell is the Lake of Fire. Traditionally God does not destroy anything he created (not even the fallen angels) but does change them. The Lake of Fire may be some sort of "change place". Then with this possibility the mental burden of others being categorized as unacceptable can only deter a spiritual quest to seek the face of God. His absolute sovereignty is sufficient to justify the Creation of Man into the Image of God.
2007-11-29 00:13:28 · answer #4 · answered by Overseer 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it rather is feasible to exist. Salvation isn't lost for beliving no eternal torment exist, yet once you start up sinning and disobeying God, without repent,you are able to lose your salvation and then found out with regard to the eternal torment the worst way.
2016-12-10 07:54:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't have it both ways.
You can't complain about Christians preaching the gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ - showing people the way to salvation and eternal life and happiness.....
....and then also mock us for not worrying about your eternal destination.
The reason we preach the good news is because we do worry about your eternal destination.
2007-11-29 00:13:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The fundies seem to love the idea of eternal torment.
Countless times I have been told by some illiterate "I'll be laughing, watching from heaven as you burn".
2007-11-28 23:59:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Callous? Absolutely not. They should be praying for those they know who are not saved, not saying "Sucks for you!"
2007-11-29 00:00:40 · answer #8 · answered by Grrrr 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
i agree from some standpoints...
there do seem to be some who are genuinely concerned...
but if their all-loving god isn't concerned enough to do something, why do they bother?
2007-11-28 23:59:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋