"...shall not perish..." Questions for Discussion and Reflection

Max Lucado observes, “Thanks to Christ, this earth can be the nearest you will come to hell. But apart from Christ, this earth is the nearest you’ll come to heaven.” Imbedded in the promise of John 3:16 is a warning showing the world what is at stake.

Read the remainder of Jesus’ comments to Nicodemus in John 3:17-21 and John’s message in verses 31-36. How are those who receive eternal life contrasted with those who are perishing?

What do the following scriptures reveal about hell?

Matthew 25:41 & 2 Peter 2:4— (Note: “Tartarus is a term synonymously with Hades)

Matthew 13:40-42; John 3:36; & Jude 7—

Matthew 7:23; Revelation 21:8; & 2 Thessalonians 1:8-10—

Revelation 16:11—

How what ought the reality of hell motivate us?

Matthew 7:13-14—

Matthew 16:26-27—

2 Corinthians 5:20—