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Fear, emptiness and hope

Posted on 18th December 2023 by Jonathan Clatworthy

When I lived in Liverpool I quite often saw, in the pedestrian precinct, a hell fire preaching team. One man stood on a soap box, Bible in hand, warning us of the wrath to come while a couple of others … Continue reading →

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The fear of Hell

Posted on 14th November 2015 by Jonathan Clatworthy

The door of the room has never been opened before since first she set her foot on that red-hot floor. Now she sees the door opening. She rushes forward… “Look,” she says, “at my burnt and bleeding feet. Let me … Continue reading →

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Hell: the worst theory ever

Posted on 10th April 2014 by Jonathan Clatworthy

I have recently received an email warning me of eternal damnation in hell. It comes with a link to a video full of graphic descriptions of what is in store. Revelation 21 v 8 says: ‘All liars will have their … Continue reading →

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From what we are supposed to believe: Good Lord, deliver us

Posted on 10th April 2013 by Jonathan Clatworthy

I’ve just had my rear shock absorbers replaced. I’m told I should be able to get about more comfortably now. I don’t know anything about shock absorbers and don’t want to, so long as the car works. I trust the … Continue reading →

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On enjoying the fear of hell

Posted on 1st January 2004 by Jonathan Clatworthy

Hell has become topical again. At the end of October a new survey of Americans’ beliefs revealed that 71% believe in it but only 0.5% think they will end up there. Heaven does better: 76% believe in it and 64% … Continue reading →

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