What is the Nature of Hell? Three Views

Three views of the nature of Hell are introduced and explored:
1. Eternal Conscious Torment / Traditionalism
2. Universalism
3. Annihiliationism / Conditional Immortality / Terminal Punishment

Each view can be defended Biblically, but why does Pastor Michael think the third view may have the strongest Biblical case?

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[Sermon] Wheat and Weeds: The Judgment of the World

Jesus' coming judgment is a necessary part of His good and beautiful plan to completely eradicate all trace of sin and evil from Creation.

Rev. Michael Fredericks Immanuel Baptist Church, Truro, NS November 6, 2022 hereafter part 5: Wheat and Weeds: The Judgment of the World. Matthew 13.

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[Sermon] Heavenly Bodies: The Hope of Resurrection

When Christ returns, the first thing that will happen is the resurrection of the dead. What does the Bible have to say about this moment? Is 1 Thessalonians 4 describing the rapture or a welcoming party to receive Jesus to the earth? What will our new bodies be like in eternity?

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How Should I Read the Book of Revelation?

Pastor Michael sits down with Rev. Dr. Danny Zacharias (New Testament professor, Acadia Divinity College) to discuss:

• Origins of the popular ‘futurist’ approach to the book and why it’s not the best way to handle the text.

• How understanding the genres present in the book (letters, apocalyptic, prophecy) help us know how to interpret it correctly.

• The timelessness of Revelation’s message.

• How worship in the midst of great trial is a major feature of the book.

• Why it’s significant that Jesus is presented in Revelation predominantly as a slaughtered lamb.

• The ‘political’ themes in Revelation.

• Recommended resources for further study.

• And more!

For anyone who has been taught that the book of Revelation presents a play by play of yet-to-happen events, this is a must-listen-to podcast!

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