I found this on wikipedia. It seems to be an unbiased presentation of this dilemma.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Problem_of_Hell
Todd
The Problem of Hell
Re: The Problem of Hell
What dilemma?
I read the article, and the only problem with hell that I encountered in it, was the idea of reconciling the concept of a loving God with that of sinners being sent to an eternal hell.
If we understand the correction of hell to be temporary, and God's loving judgment to lead each sinner to repentance and submission to Christ, and to shape the his character, the "dilemma" evaporates.
I read the article, and the only problem with hell that I encountered in it, was the idea of reconciling the concept of a loving God with that of sinners being sent to an eternal hell.
If we understand the correction of hell to be temporary, and God's loving judgment to lead each sinner to repentance and submission to Christ, and to shape the his character, the "dilemma" evaporates.
Paidion
Man judges a person by his past deeds, and administers penalties for his wrongdoing. God judges a person by his present character, and disciplines him that he may become righteous.
Avatar shows me at 75 years old. I am now 83.
Man judges a person by his past deeds, and administers penalties for his wrongdoing. God judges a person by his present character, and disciplines him that he may become righteous.
Avatar shows me at 75 years old. I am now 83.
Re: The Problem of Hell
First, the article points out that infinite punishment for a finite life of sins is unbalanced and unjust. Secondly, it explains that hell, as commonly understood, is inconsistent with the revealed character of God in Christ.Paidion wrote:What dilemma?
The dilemma is only for those who believe in hell as commonly taught in most churches today. Universal Reconciliation solves the dilemma.
I also found it interesting that a site like Wikipedia would have an article like this.
Todd