While there are a huge number of online resources for learning the truth about hell, some people still prefer reading actual physical books. I’m personally quite partial to eBooks these days, but there are advantages to having “dead tree editions” of these books on hand.
For one thing, a lot of people find them easier on the eyes (I actually don’t, but I might be unusual 
). Also, many people just enjoy the feeling of holding a physical book in their hands over an eReading device such as a Kindle, a Kobo, or even an iPad. Finally, an actual book is easier to lend to a friend who might be curious about why you believe what you do about your unorthodox theological views.
With that in mind, I’m listing a number of excellent books on the topic of hell that you can’t go wrong on having available in your personal library.
The Inescapable Love of God by Thomas Talbott
This is a classic among Christian Universalists, possibly responsible for helping more Christians understand the truth about how God’s love will inevitably triumph in the end than any other book on the topic. Part autobiography, part theology, if you know someone new to the topic of Universal Reconciliation, this is the book for them to read.
The Evangelical Universalist by Gregory MacDonald
Gregory MacDonald (a pseudonym) first breaks down the problems with the doctrine of Everlasting Torment, then gives a solid biblical defence of the doctrine of Universal Reconciliation. The author demonstrates that it is indeed possible to be an Evangelical yet still hold to Universalism.
Hope Beyond Hell by Gerard Beauchemin
I’m realizing that these descriptions will sound a little repetitive, since they’re all very similar in what they teach. Still, Gerard makes a compelling theological case for the doctrine that everybody will eventually be saved.
The One Purpose of God: an Answer to the Doctrine of Eternal Punishment by Jan Bonda
Jan breaks down the apostle Paul’s epistle to the Romans to prove that neither Paul nor the prophets to whom he appeals show any trace of supporting the doctrine of everlasting torment in hell. Instead, he concludes that they reveal a God who not only wants to save all people, but a God who won’t rest until that goal has been achieved.
Martin Zender Goes to Hell: A Critical Look at an Un-Criticized Doctrine by Martin Zender
Martin is an unusual theologian, combining humour, comics, and strong biblical analysis to the topic of hell. Martin himself has been to hell (lots of people have, and some have even brought back photos to prove it), making him an ideal person to discuss the subject. As this book is shorter than most, it’s perfect for lending to friends who don’t want to read a long, in-depth theological tome on the subject.
If Grace is True: Why God Will Save Every Person by Philip Gulley & James Mulholland
The previous books were all written with the concept of biblical inerrancy in mind. This book, however, was written more from a philosophical perspective. It might not convince somebody who holds strongly to the idea biblical inerrancy, but it is still extremely well written and worth reading.
I’ll recommend other heretical books on other topics in the future, but that’s a good place to start. If you have any recommendations of your own, please add them to the comments section below.
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