Four Views on Hell: Second Edition (Counterpoints: Bible and Theology)

Part of Zondervan Academic's respected Counterpoints series, the second edition of Four Views on Hell provides a timely, rigorous, and charitable scholarly examination of one of Christianity's most contentious doctrinal questions. Moderated and edited by Preston Sprinkle, this volume brings together four premier evangelical theologians representing distinct scriptural frameworks: Denny Burk defends the traditional view of Eternal Conscious Torment; John G. Stackhouse Jr. articulates Annihilationism (Conditional Immortality); Robin Parry presents a biblically grounded defense of Christian Universalism; and Jerry L. Walls offers an evangelical perspective on Purgatory. Each author presents their comprehensive case using biblical exegesis, historical theology, and philosophical coherence, followed by direct, respectful interaction and critiques from the other three contributors. Indispensable for seminarians, pastors, and serious Christian thinkers, this volume models theological charity while exploring divine justice, human freedom, and eternal destiny.