Why do we have a hard time believing in the existence of ...

Why do we have a hard time believing in the existence of hell? Why is there such a harsh penalty for sin?

If a man receives a $2 fine for a crime, you can be sure that the crime he committed was trivial. However, if you hear of a criminal getting multiple life-sentences without parole, you can surmise that the crime he committed was very serious. The penalty given, gives us understanding of the nature of the crime.

The penalty for sin is death and damnation--life without parole. The sentence i...