Five reasons preachers should preach on hell
1. It’s in the Bible
As difficult as the subject is, pastors must proclaim the whole counsel of God.
2. It acts as ballast for their ministries
It’s easy for pastors to drift off track by making a good thing the main thing. Preaching hell reminds us that there is no more urgent task than proclaiming to the world the good news that forgiveness of sins is offered through Jesus Christ!
3. It reminds Christians what’s truly at stake
Too often, Christians follow the world in thinking that this life is long and eternity is short. Pastors should preach on hell in order to remind their churches that there are eternal consequences that attach to sin and unbelief.
4. It reminds Christians how much Christ did at the cross
Preaching on hell magnifies our view of what Jesus accomplished for us. How? By revealing the depth of what Jesus suffered on the cross. On the cross, Jesus suffered the equivalent of hell in order to pay the price for our sins and reconcile us to God.
5. It points us to the glory of God in his love, forgiveness, justice and vindication of his saints
The existence of hell heightens our amazement at God’s love and forgiveness. If this is what we deserve, how amazing is God’s love displayed in saving sinners! Hell also demonstrates that God is truly good and just. One day God will right all wrongs and be seen to be just in punishing sin as it deserves.
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