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Heaven, Hell, and Hope A Biblical and Theological Exploration of Universal Salvation Chris Kugler
In Heaven, Hell, and Hope , Chris Kugler presents a thorough explo- ration of “personal eschatology,” addressing the complex theological and biblical questions about the eternal fate of human beings. While Scripture suggests the possibility of eternal loss, Kugler argues that its most relevant texts are less definitive than commonly thought. Kugler contends that a nuanced picture is called for when one considers how theology uses the Bible to develop doctrine. He presents the problems, possibilities, and prospects of the three major views on personal eschatology: damnationism, annihilationism, and universalism. Heaven, Hell, and Hope is a vital resource for those teaching and preaching on personal eschatology. Designed for classroom use or small-group study, Kugler’s analysis will benefit professors and students of theology and religion, pastors, and thoughtful lay readers.
CONTENTS
Introduction Preliminaries
JULY 2025 • 144 pp. • paper • $22.99 • 9781540965158
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Introductory Note How Theology Works How Revelation Works A Historical-Critical Hermeneutic Conclusion 2. Personal Eschatology in the Ancient Jewish and Christian Traditions Introduction
Chris Kugler (PhD, University of St. Andrews) is a research fellow in theology at Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University. He pre- viously served as a research associate in theology at Keble College, University of Oxford. Kugler is the author of Paul and the Image of God and The Next Christian Faith: A Brief Sketch.
Personal Eschatology in the Ancient Jewish Tradition The Tanakh (Old Testament) Second Temple Judaism Personal Eschatology in the Early Christian Tradition Jesus and the Gospels Paul Hebrews and the Catholic Epistles Revelation Clearly Universalist Texts? Unlimited Atonement Conclusion
3. What May Be Believed? Weighing the Options Conclusion Indexes
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