Is Hell Just a Metaphor? — John Piper

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Is Hell Just a Metaphor?

Is Hell Just a Metaphor?

Preacher: John Piper
Tradition: Baptist — Reformed
Published: Jul 15, 2017
Length: 3:39

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The Bible uses the most severe language possible to describe the horror of hell. A “symbolic” interpretation can’t save you from the terror of God’s wrath. Find the full resource at: http://www.desiringgod.org/messages/gods-wrath-vengeance-is-mine-i-will-repay-says-the-lord/excerpts/is-hell-just-a-metaphor.

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Hell & Judgment

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