The Doctrine of Hell

What does the Bible say about Hell? Join us this Sunday at CrossWinds Church in Spencer as we look at the Bible's teaching on Hell.

Sermon Discussion Questions

1. Imagine that someone asked you, “Do you believe in Hell?” How would you respond?
2. What are some ways that common views of Hell are wrong?
3. What is one thing highlight from the sermon and one question that you had after hearing the sermon?
4. Our sermon listed seven truths about the doctrine of Hell. Which one of these is the most surprising? Which one do you struggle with most?
5. Read Luke 16:19–26. How does this parable show us a traditional Jewish view of the afterlife?
6. What does the Bible mean when it describes Hell as a place of punishment?
7. Read Matthew 7:13–14. What does the Bible mean when it says that Hell is a place of destruction?
8. Read Matthew 7:21–23; 8:12. What does the Bible mean when it says that Hell is a place of banishment? How is this different than “separation from God”?
9. Read Mark 9:42–48. What are some ways that the Bible describes Hell as incomparably awful?
10. 10.Read Revelation 14:11; 20:10, 15. Is Hell unending?
11. 11.Read Matthew 5:21–22, 27–30; 10:28. How does the Bible use Hell as a source of motivation for the Christian? Is it our primary motivation? If not, what is?
12. 12.Read 2 Corinthians 5:21. How does the cross help us to avoid Hell?
13. 13.What does a fear of the Lord motivate you to do this week?