Understanding Hell: Urgency, Consequences, and God's Love

Devotional

Day 1: The Reality of Hell

Hell is a real and sobering reality that Jesus frequently addressed. It is described as a place of eternal separation from God, reserved for those who reject His grace and love. This understanding should not instill fear but rather awaken a sense of urgency and responsibility in believers. If we truly grasp the reality of hell, it should drive us to our knees in prayer for our unsaved loved ones and compel us to share the gospel with urgency. The love of God is magnified by His desire to save us from hell through Jesus Christ. [01:53]

Matthew 25:41-43 (ESV): "Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Depart from me, you cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. For I was hungry and you gave me no food, I was thirsty and you gave me no drink, I was a stranger and you did not welcome me, naked and you did not clothe me, sick and in prison and you did not visit me.’"

Reflection: Who in your life needs to hear the gospel message today, and how can you share it with them in a loving and urgent manner?

Day 2: God's Holiness and Justice

While God is love, He is also holy and just. His justice demands that sin be punished, and hell is the place where that punishment is carried out. This understanding should lead us to a deeper appreciation of God's grace and the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. Recognizing the holiness and justice of God helps us to understand the gravity of sin and the incredible gift of salvation offered through Jesus Christ. [00:50]

Nahum 1:3 (ESV): "The Lord is slow to anger and great in power, and the Lord will by no means clear the guilty. His way is in whirlwind and storm, and the clouds are the dust of his feet."

Reflection: How does understanding God's holiness and justice change the way you view sin in your own life, and what steps can you take to align your life more closely with His standards?

Day 3: The Consequence of Rejection

Those who reject the gospel and choose to live apart from God will face eternal punishment. This is not because God is unloving, but because He respects our choices. The decision to accept or reject Jesus has eternal consequences. Understanding this should motivate us to make intentional choices that align with God's will and to encourage others to do the same. [12:53]

Hebrews 10:26-27 (ESV): "For if we go on sinning deliberately after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, but a fearful expectation of judgment, and a fury of fire that will consume the adversaries."

Reflection: What choices are you making today that reflect your acceptance or rejection of Jesus, and how can you ensure that your decisions align with His will?

Day 4: The Urgency of Salvation

If we truly believe in the reality of hell, it should compel us to pray for our unsaved loved ones and share the gospel with urgency. The love of God is magnified by His desire to save us from hell through Jesus Christ. This urgency is not about fear but about love and compassion for those who have yet to experience the saving grace of Jesus. [04:18]

2 Corinthians 6:2 (ESV): "For he says, 'In a favorable time I listened to you, and in a day of salvation I have helped you.' Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation."

Reflection: Who is one person you can commit to praying for daily, asking God to open their heart to the gospel, and how can you be a part of their journey to salvation?

Day 5: The Memory of Missed Opportunities

In hell, the memory of missed opportunities for salvation will haunt those who are there. This should serve as a sobering reminder of the importance of responding to God's call today and not delaying our decision to follow Him. The awareness of missed opportunities should motivate us to seize every chance to respond to God's love and to share it with others. [40:13]

Luke 16:25-26 (ESV): "But Abraham said, ‘Child, remember that you in your lifetime received your good things, and Lazarus in like manner bad things; but now he is comforted here, and you are in anguish. And besides all this, between us and you a great chasm has been fixed, in order that those who would pass from here to you may not be able, and none may cross from there to us.’"

Reflection: What opportunities to share God's love and truth have you missed in the past, and how can you be more attentive and responsive to such opportunities in the future?

Sermon Summary

In today's message, I focused on the often-neglected topic of hell, a subject that Jesus himself addressed frequently. Many modern preachers shy away from discussing hell, but it is crucial to understand that Jesus spoke about it not out of malice, but out of love and a desire for us to comprehend the gravity of our choices. Jesus preached about hell to his disciples, emphasizing that it is a real place of eternal separation from God, reserved for those who reject His grace and love.

Hell is not just a concept; it is a reality that Jesus warned about repeatedly. He described it as a place of outer darkness, a bottomless pit, and a furnace of fire. It is a place where the spiritual and physical torment is unending, where the memory of missed opportunities for salvation will haunt those who are there. The Bible describes hell as a place of eternal punishment, where the wrath of God is poured out on those who have rejected His offer of salvation through Jesus Christ.

The message is not meant to instill fear but to awaken a sense of urgency and responsibility. If we truly believe in the reality of hell, it should drive us to our knees in prayer for our unsaved loved ones and compel us to share the gospel with urgency. The love of God is not diminished by the existence of hell; rather, it is magnified by His desire to save us from it. Jesus' sacrifice on the cross is the ultimate expression of that love, offering us a way to escape the judgment we deserve.

Key Takeaways

1. The Reality of Hell: Hell is a real place that Jesus spoke about frequently. It is a place of eternal separation from God, reserved for those who reject His grace. Understanding the reality of hell should drive us to share the gospel with urgency and pray fervently for the salvation of others. [01:53]
2. God's Holiness and Justice: While God is love, He is also holy and just. His justice demands that sin be punished, and hell is the place where that punishment is carried out. This understanding should lead us to a deeper appreciation of God's grace and the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. [00:50]
3. The Consequence of Rejection: Those who reject the gospel and choose to live apart from God will face eternal punishment. This is not because God is unloving, but because He respects our choices. The decision to accept or reject Jesus has eternal consequences. [12:53]
4. The Urgency of Salvation: If we truly believe in the reality of hell, it should compel us to pray for our unsaved loved ones and share the gospel with urgency. The love of God is magnified by His desire to save us from hell through Jesus Christ. [04:18]
5. The Memory of Missed Opportunities: In hell, the memory of missed opportunities for salvation will haunt those who are there. This should serve as a sobering reminder of the importance of responding to God's call today and not delaying our decision to follow Him. [40:13]

Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[00:09] - Why Preach About Hell
[00:50] - God's Holiness and Justice
[01:53] - The Reality of Hell
[03:25] - Jesus' Warnings
[04:55] - The Nature of Hell
[06:19] - Darkness and Bondage
[08:00] - The Pain of Darkness
[09:32] - Spiritual Darkness
[12:53] - Consequences of Rejection
[14:33] - God's Vengeance
[16:00] - The Rage in Hell
[18:17] - The Offense of the Cross
[21:22] - Unquenchable Lust
[24:40] - The Lake of Fire
[27:19] - The Endless Nature of Hell
[32:57] - Who is Going to Hell
[35:24] - The Whole World in Darkness
[39:05] - The Fear of God
[40:13] - The Worm That Never Dies
[46:41] - The Fearful Reality
[49:11] - Responding to the Call

Bible Study Guide

Bible Study Discussion Guide

Bible Reading:

Luke 12:5 - "But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear him who, after your body has been killed, has authority to throw you into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear him."
Revelation 20:15 - "Anyone whose name was not found written in the book of life was thrown into the lake of fire."
Matthew 25:41 - "Then he will say to those on his left, 'Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.'"

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Observation Questions:

According to the sermon, why is it important to preach about hell, and how does this relate to Jesus' teachings? ([00:09])
What descriptions of hell did Jesus use in his teachings, as mentioned in the sermon? ([02:38])
How does the sermon describe the relationship between God's love and the existence of hell? ([00:50])
What is the significance of the "worm that never dies" as mentioned in the sermon? ([40:13])

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Interpretation Questions:

How does the sermon explain the concept of God's justice in relation to hell, and what implications does this have for understanding God's character? ([13:38])
In what ways does the sermon suggest that the reality of hell should impact a believer's prayer life and evangelistic efforts? ([04:18])
How does the sermon interpret the idea of "outer darkness" and what does this suggest about the nature of separation from God? ([05:38])
What does the sermon imply about the consequences of rejecting the gospel, and how does this relate to personal responsibility? ([12:53])

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Application Questions:

Reflect on your current understanding of hell. How does this sermon challenge or affirm your beliefs, and what steps can you take to deepen your understanding? ([00:09])
The sermon emphasizes the urgency of sharing the gospel. Identify one person in your life who does not know Christ. What specific action can you take this week to share the gospel with them? ([04:18])
Consider the concept of "outer darkness" as described in the sermon. How does this imagery affect your view of spiritual separation from God, and what changes might you make in your spiritual life to avoid this separation? ([05:38])
The sermon discusses the "worm that never dies" as a metaphor for memory and conscience. How can you ensure that your current actions align with your eternal values, and what changes might you need to make? ([40:13])
Reflect on the sermon’s message about the consequences of rejecting the gospel. How does this influence your approach to making daily choices, and what practical steps can you take to live in alignment with the gospel? ([12:53])
The sermon mentions the importance of prayer for unsaved loved ones. How can you incorporate regular prayer for these individuals into your daily routine, and what specific prayers might you offer? ([04:18])
How does the sermon’s portrayal of God’s justice and love challenge your understanding of these attributes? What steps can you take to reconcile these aspects of God’s character in your personal faith journey? ([13:38])

Sermon Clips

"why I preach about hell because Jesus preached about it Jesus preached about hell more than most liberal Pastors in fact many angelical pastors Don't Preach about hell anymore when I was a young man in early Pentecost we heard a lot about hell we heard about heaven we heard about eternity we heard about hell Jesus preached it even to his friends" [00:00:12]

"you know you you if you took the tape that I'm preaching tonight and you gave it to a liberal preacher who doesn't believe in the Virgin birth for example he wouldn't even listen to 5 minutes of it he'd get so beat red in his face his veins would pop out in his neck and he said that's a bunch of garbage because Jesus is Love and how can a god of love a Christ of Love make it hell while people burn eternally how can that be compatible to the love of Jesus Christ" [00:21:40]

"Jesus preached on Hell Jesus wared the scribes and the Pharisees he said you serpents you Hypocrites now listen sometimes people don't like when I stand in the Pulpit when other preachers that are pre pring Holiness and said you take such a strong stand you sound almost mean I don't mean to be mean I'm just mad at the Devil nobody else but if you think our message is strong listen to what Jesus said you serpents in other words you snakes you Hypocrites he talking to the scribes and the Pharisees you Generation of Vipers how can you escape the damnation of Hell" [00:33:40]

"some of you are sitting here tonight and you have an unsaved child a father a mother husband or wife and you've been sitting in front of a television set wasting hours instead of being on your face before God and if you believe there was an eternal hell if you believe what I'm going to preach tonight with all of your heart you would at least give equal time in the secret closet to weep and pray for those who are going to hell out of your family" [00:48:68]

"hell is going to be the home of Satan the Antichrist the Beast all the demons and evil spirits of hell all false prophets and all the wicked transgress Masters Of All Times now I don't know where hell is some people teach that it's in the heart of the Earth because when volcanoes erupt it's white hot lava and and they get the idea that it might be in the pits of the earth well my Bible said there's going to be a new Heaven and a new Earth and in this new Earth I don't think I want Heaven on top of hell" [00:57:12]

"the Bible said hell is a bottomless pit I believe that that means the cosmos I believe that means the atmosphere and I believe it may be a planet I don't know but this planet will be flung out into Eternal space and it will float it will be cast further and for all through eternity it will drift further and further out away from the presence of God away from all that is of Christ it will go out into a darkness" [01:01:52]

"the Bible calls hell a kingdom of darkness and his kingdom is full of Darkness Revelation 16:10 there shall be now you know that in heaven there's not going to be any need for the Sun or the moon or the Stars how many know that there's no need for the sun anymore there'll be no sun there'll be no moon because Jesus is the light that's what the scripture says and there shall be no night there this isn't Heaven there will be no" [01:09:00]

"hell is more than just being shut off from God I used to think that no hell is where Jesus is going to take Vengeance on The Sinner who reject he's going to take Vengeance and he's going to repay those who've turned down his call time and time again I'm going to read it to you in flaming fire he will take Vengeance on them that know not God and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ who shall be punished hell is a punishment hell is a punishment" [01:21:27]

"the Bible says in Hell Satan will be tormented night and day he'll be tormented himself I want to tell you that I believe hell is a place of Rage all through eternity Sinners are going to rage and curse against God I used to well just let me read to you a scripture in fact this is in Revelation I think it's the the fourth Angel is sent forth to Scorch men with heat now this is before eternity comes and these are the plagues these are the tribulations these are the the the great tribulations where God's trying to shake the world and he's scorching men with heat" [01:33:27]

"the Bible said it's going to be a lake of fire five times in the Bible it calls it it calls it a lake of fire you know I believe it's called a lake of fire because the Bible says on the Judgment day and I'm going to read it to you I saw a great white throne and him that sat upon it who from whose face the earth and the heavens fled away and there was found no place for them no place for them to rest now if you're out in the middle of a lake you know there's no place to lay down" [01:48:48]

"the majority of people on this Earth are going to hell the majority you think of New York City now 16 million people and the majority of that 16 million people are going to hell they rejected the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ do you remember when the disciples came to Jesus and they said Lord are there few that are going to be saved remember what Jesus said to his disciples enter in at the Straight Gate for white is the gate and Broad is the way that leads to destruction and many there be that are going in there at but straight is the gate narrow is the way that leadth unto life and few there be that find it" [01:58:00]

"there's a worm That Never Dies you know what that worm is that never dies it's the memory it's the conscience it's the memory of every chance you've ever had every gospel message you've heard every scripture had every song you heard you know that if you go to hell you've got to answer and replay what you heard tonight the message I preach now is going to be preached all through eternity it's going to ring through the portals of hell my voice will be heard over and over again all the preachers that have preached under the unction anointing of the Holy Ghost with Purity in their hearts their messages are going to ring Paul's messages are going to ring all through hell" [02:15:11]

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Understanding Hell: Urgency, Consequences, and God's Love

Devotional

Day 1: The Reality of Hell

Day 2: God's Holiness and Justice

Day 3: The Consequence of Rejection

Day 4: The Urgency of Salvation

Day 5: The Memory of Missed Opportunities

Sermon Summary

Key Takeaways

Youtube Chapters

Bible Study Guide

Sermon Clips

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Understanding Hell: Urgency, Consequences, and God's Love

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