RAISING HELL
Dare to question…

RAISING
HELL

God's plan is bigger than you thought.

LOVE. DOES. NOT. FAIL.

Christianity's most controversial doctrine, put under fire — by Julie Ferwerda.

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About the book

A merciful God, reconsidered

Have you ever considered the apparent injustices, inconsistencies, and even contradictions of the doctrine of hell? Do earthly parents love their children more than God? Is being punished forever for sins committed in a short lifetime really justice?

If hell is the worst possible fate of mankind, and if God is truly loving, then…

  1. 01Why did He fail to mention hell in Genesis as the price for sin?
  2. 02Why doesn't the Old Testament ever teach about or even mention hell?
  3. 03Why does Paul, the apostle to the non-Jewish world, never once mention hell?
  4. 04Why was hell not the orthodox position of the early Church for five centuries after Christ?
  5. 05Why can the most studious theologians not agree if we are saved by election or free will?

Dare to question. What have you got to lose?

Picking up where Rob Bell and others leave off, Julie Ferwerda offers compelling evidence — historically, philosophically, and scripturally — for a radical view of God's loving purpose for all humanity.

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Such a book as this is seriously needed to liberate people for a loving God!
— Fr. Richard Rohr, O.F.M. Author of Falling Upward & Immortal Diamonds
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The traditional view of hell is highly contestable. If you're ready to venture into some new territory, Bible in hand, you'll find Julie Ferwerda to be a wise, patient, and intrepid guide in Raising Hell.
— Brian McLaren Author of A New Kind of Christianity
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Raising Hell is one of the first books I recommend to anyone who has questions about hell.
— Kevin Miller Director of "Hellbound? The Movie"
Julie Ferwerda
About the author

Julie Ferwerda

Julie is recognized for teaching Scriptures with compelling simplicity, making them relevant and exciting for all ages. She has authored several inspirational books and hundreds of articles, encouraging people along their faith journey.

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What people are saying

“
It's one of those books you say WOW, WOW, WOW while reading it!
— Sisterlisa
“
It's awesome!! A great read; it keeps your attention and is so well written. All the points are presented so clearly and organized step-by-step.
— David
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So right this minute, I am sitting here in my little public library with tears streaming down my cheeks. Your book, Julie, it's beautiful.
— Brittany
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