Hebrews 6:9

"but if it bears thorns and thistles, it is rejected and near being cursed, whose end is to be burned."

Key Reflection

This verse metaphorically describes a condition where one's life yields only thorns and thistles instead of the good fruit that follows true faith and obedience. Such a person is rejected by God, facing judgment symbolized by being "near being cursed" and ultimately "to be burned," highlighting the serious consequences of neglecting salvation.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 9. But, beloved, we are persuaded better things. We confidently hope for better things respecting you. We trust that you are true Christians; that you will produce the proper fruits of holiness; that you will be saved. Things that accompany salvation. Things that pertain to salvation. The Greek phrase here means, "near to salvation," or things that are conjoined with salvation. So Coverdale renders it, "and that salvation is nigher." The form of expression seems to refer to what was said in Heb 6:8. The land overrun with briers was nigh to cursing; the things which Paul saw in them were nigh to salvation.

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