Jesus' teachings about hell are some of the most divisive and controversial words of the Savior. It is hard for is to understand how a loving God could punish sin for eternity. This is mostly due to us thinking of our sin as less deserving of punishment than it actually is. Sin against and eternal God is deserving of eternal punishment. Jesus' teaching on hell should compel the Christian to find assurance in the work and love of Christ, compel them to share Jesus with the world and give thanks for God's eternal grace and offer of eternal life through faith in Jesus.