SteveR wrote:
Actually, Croce, the answer to your post could probably go on for quite a bit. However, the death of Christ on the Cross and the Resurrection offered two things that have drawn believers much more than the fear of Hell. Those are, victory over death as the result of His Resurrection and the path to Redemption, Reconciliation, and the myriad of things that come with Salvation due to His Death upon the Cross.
Oh Steve, you're so astute. I commend you on your diligence and patience. I did not research my reply, but I will bet scaring the shit out of them runs a close second.