Some people claim that a loving God would never send men to Hell. But they're wrong.
Genuine human love is faithful.
For example, a loving wife doesn't have affairs.
Genuine human love is offended by evil.
Genuine human love is offended by evil.
For example, a loving father protects his child from molestation.
But God's love goes beyond human faithfulness and goodness. His love is perfect and pure. In addition, He's a perfect judge because He knows every detail of every life.
He longs for men to turn to Him (1 Timothy 2:3-6):
He longs for men to turn to Him (1 Timothy 2:3-6):
- He speaks to us through His creation (Romans 1:20).
- He writes truth on our hearts (Romans 2:12-16).
- He offers everyone His grace-filled love (John 15:13; John 3:16).
- He promises that all who seek Him will find Him (Jeremiah 29:13; Luke 11:9-13).
Even if we don't fully understand the concept of Hell, we can trust God's just and loving character.
“This is what the Lord says: ‘Let not the wise boast of their wisdom
or the strong boast of their strength
or the rich boast of their riches, but let the one who boasts boast about this:
that they have the understanding to know me,
that I am the Lord, who exercises kindness,
justice and righteousness on earth,
for in these I delight,’ declares the Lord.” Jeremiah 9:23-24
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For additional insights:
Why Hoping All Men Will Be Saved Is a Sign of Unbelief
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Gail, What a great series. Every parent has consequences for their child's actions. If we make bad choices, we are responsible for our actions. A loving God calls us into a relationship with Him, but like you said, He doesn't force it or our actions.
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