In Hebrews 12:29 we read that “Our God is a consuming fire.” What do these words mean? They could certainly be interpreted as a hostility that is directed from God and toward His rebellious children. This folder will be used for everything related to the fire of God. Does God end the great controversy by destroying sinners with fire? What does fire refer to in the book of Revelation? Of course, a better question would be to ask, “what does the entire Bible say about fire?”, since the book of Revelation derives from all previous 65 books. Finally, what did Jesus mean when He said, “I have come to set fire to the earth! And how I wish it were already kindled!” (Luke 12:49)?
In Hebrews 12:29 we read that “Our God is a consuming fire.” What do these words mean? They could certainly be interpreted as a hostility that is directed from God and toward His rebellious children. This folder will be used for everything related to the fire of God. Does God end the great controversy by destroying sinners with fire? What does fire refer to in the book of Revelation? Of course, a better question would be to ask, “what does the entire Bible say about fire?”, since the book of Revelation derives from all previous 65 books. Finally, what did Jesus mean when He said, “I have come to set fire to the earth! And how I wish it were already kindled!” (Luke 12:49)?
Articles on “Fire” and the Second Death
Our God is a Consuming Fire – Dr. Brad Cole.
Audio Sermons and Lectures on “Fire”
Isaiah 2008 – Dr. Brad Cole.
Who Destroys the Soul? – Dr. Tim Jennings
God is Hot – Ty Gibson
Love’s Eternal Flame – Herb Montgomery
Video Sermons and Lectures on “Fire”
Isaiah 1:24, 25 – God’s Refining Fire – Dr. Brad Cole.
God You Scare Me Sometimes – Dr. Brad Cole at The Good News Tour 2007.
I’m Going to Hell and I Can’t Wait – Marco Belmonte at The Good News Tour 2006.
Web Links on “Fire”
The Final End of the Wicked: A stimulating article that helps to explain many of the terms related to the death of the wicked (“the worm that never dies”, the “gnashing of teeth”, etc.).
The River of God: Some interesting quotes on “Fire” and “The River of God”.
The River of Fire – I also recommend this article on the same website for more stimulating thoughts.
The Fire of God – Greg Boyd given on 6/29/2008.
The Rich Man tormented in the Flames – Part 1 of a great sermon on this subject by Greg Boyd.
Action on the Truth – Part 2.