The fifth episode of our series explores another expression of hell—this time hell masquerading as paradise. The being called Lucifer, meaning light bearer, rebels against God and is cast out of heaven in a great battle with Michael and his angels. Now lord of the “hell forces” on earth, Lucifer tempts humanity with false images of paradise—half truths that fall short because they are without suffering, without compassion and without love. We are meant to grow in our ability to discern the true image and likeness of God, to hear the true shepherd calling our name, and to follow Him to and through crucifixion and resurrection. The new heaven offered by Christ Jesus is created when we die to ourselves, suffer with Him in the suffering of others, and unite with His Being.
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