Hell—few topics spark as much fear, confusion, or debate. Is it a literal place of unending torture? A myth? A symbol? Or something far different from what most Christians have been taught?
In this brief but thorough 32-page study, Steve Wohlberg examines every major biblical passage on hell, cutting through centuries of tradition and popular misconceptions. Drawing directly from Scripture, he explains the three different words translated “hell” in the Bible, explores what Jesus meant by “everlasting fire,” and clarifies puzzling verses like “tormented day and night forever.”
Throughout the booklet, Wohlberg demonstrates that the Bible’s teaching is startlingly clear:
-
“Hell” does not always mean the same thing in Scripture
-
God’s final fire is real—but it comes at the end of the world, not at death
-
The wicked do not burn eternally—they are completely destroyed, reduced to “ashes” as shown in Malachi 4:1–3
-
The idea of endless torture is a distortion of God’s character, not the testimony of the Bible
Along the way, you’ll explore vivid biblical examples, such as the fiery destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah (presented in Scripture as an “example” of final judgment), and Jesus’ own teachings on the fate of the lost. You’ll also see why the traditional view of eternal torment ultimately contradicts both the gospel and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
Clear, concise, and deeply hopeful, The Hot Topic of Hell reveals a God who is just, fair, and overflowing with love—a God who longs to save, not torment. Understanding what the Bible really teaches removes fear and replaces it with confidence in the character of our heavenly Father.
ISBN: 978-1-934261-03-3
Pages: 32, paperback
Dimensions: 3.5 x 5.5 inches