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Former Mars Hill Bible Church (Michigan) pastor Rob Bell sparked crowds of imitators with his brief Nooma videos from 2002 to 2009 and published several popular books, famous for their broad margins and his elliptical writing style. His 2011 book Love Wins, however, became not only a mainstream bestseller but one of the Christian world’s most hotly debated issues of the year, as the megachurch pastor challenged traditional Christian beliefs on hell and the Cross.
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The controversial pastor raises crucial questions, but offers answers that may sabotage his goals.
Mark Galli|

Rob Bell on why he talks about the Good News the way he does.
Interview by Mark Galli|

The 'emerging church' movement has generated a lot of excitement but only a handful of congregations. Is it the wave of the future or a passing fancy?
Andy Crouch|

To read his book is to read about our fascination with ourselves.
Mark Galli|
- Pete Holmes: Believing in God Gave Me Hope as ComicIn his new HBO show 'Crashing,' the former evangelical winks to Christian fans.Interview by Kate Shellnutt|
- They Will Know Us By Our Angry BlogsIt’s time for Christians to tone down the controversy and show some love.Karen Swallow Prior|
- Controversy Is Not a Christian VirtueI don't think Jesus set out to make headlines.Lisa Velthouse, guest blogger|
- Mars Hill Bible Church Names Rob Bell's Successor: Kent DobsonKent Dobson is the son of Ed Dobson, pastor emeritus at Calvary Church in Grand Rapids.Heidi Fenton, Religion News Service|
- Reports: Rob Bell Working on TV Show with Lost's Carlton CuseThe author of 'Love Wins' is working on a show loosely based on his life story, reports suggest.Sarah Pulliam Bailey|
- Rob Bell to Move to L.A. and Launch a TourThe pastor who ignited a debate over heaven and hell has announced his departure from the church he founded.Sarah Pulliam Bailey|
- Q&A: Francis Chan on Rob Bell and HellWhy 'Erasing Hell' was his most difficult book, how 'Love Wins' prompted repentance, and whether 'Believe in Jesus or you'll go to hell' is good news.Interview by Mark Galli|
