Looks like Rob Bell has correctly identified the contradiction in terms of the idea of a God who is Love who sustains the existence of a place of eternal torment.

Have you read the book yet, Martin?

I haven't read the book either Andy. I received the link to the info in a weekly newsletter. Just thought it was interesting and rather refreshing - especially this part.

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In the book, Bell criticizes the belief that a select number of Christians will spend eternity in the bliss of heaven while everyone else is tormented forever in hell.

This seems to be a reworking of the 'product description' and some of the reviews on the Amazon site, Jan.  I'd be interested to see what he actually says - perhaps I'll order a copy today.