Hebrews 10:30

"How much worse punishment do you think he will be judged worthy of who has trodden under foot the Son of God, and has counted the blood of the covenant with which he was sanctified an unholy thing, and has insulted the Spirit of grace?"

Key Reflection

This verse underscores the severity of apostasy; those who reject the Son of God and despise His sacrificial death through the covenant blood are described as deserving an even more severe judgment than those who merely disobey. Such actions not only insult the grace offered but also tread on divine authority, highlighting the gravity of spiritual rebellion.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 30. For we know him that hath said. We know who has said this--God. They knew this because it was recorded in their own sacred books. Vengeance belongeth unto me, etc. This is found in De 32:35. See it explained in See Barnes "Ro 12:19". It is there quoted to show that we should not avenge ourselves; it is here quoted to show that God will certainly inflict punishment on those who deserve it. If any should apostatize in the manner here referred to by the apostle, they would, says he, be guilty of great and unparalleled wickedness, and would have the certainty that they must meet the wrath of God. And again, The Lord shall judge his people. This is quoted from De 32:35.

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