What Does the Bible Really Say About Hell?: Wrestling With the Traditional View

"Klassen’s study of what the Bible says about hell is fruitful in at least three ways. First, it bears evangelical fruit. The desire to help people hear as 'good news' the invitation to join the Christian faith community and to follow Jesus Christ was central as he began the exploration of this book’s topic. Second, this book bears theological fruit. An understanding of God that is 'in harmony with Jesus Christ' emerges from the perspective he offers. Third, Klassen’s work bears ethical fruit. His careful weaving together of the biblical teaching that human deeds are indeed judged with the understanding that eternal torment 'fails the test of justice' provides a window through which to better view how God deals with evil.

Thus this book resourcefully speaks to the fundamental questions that quite likely will draw readers to it, and in the process shows us all how serious and useful biblical interpretation can be done." —Nancy R. Heisey