Conquering Hell Within with David Langness | Created In The Image of God 207

What if hell isn’t a place beneath our feet—but a metaphor for what we experience inside? In this episode, Wade sits down with David Langness, a Baha’i of 56 years and the editor of Baha’iTeachings.org, to unravel one of religion’s oldest—and most misunderstood—concepts.

David explains how the idea of hell has often been used to frighten and control, but the Baha’i writings invite us to see it differently: as a condition of the soul, born from selfishness, ego, and the instincts that pull us away from our higher purpose. The conversation is an honest exploration of what it truly means to “conquer hell”—not by escaping punishment, but by facing our shortcomings, overcoming the animal side of our nature, and striving for something nobler.

With wisdom drawn from decades of study and service, David offers a perspective that’s at once challenging and hopeful. Viewers will come away with a new understanding of character, the nature of the self, and the daily practices that enable us to move from darkness to light. If you’re looking for an uplifting yet grounded discussion about human potential and spiritual growth, this episode is not to be missed.